Volume : III, Issue : XII, December - 2013

Development of tourism in India and Potential of Andhrapradesh Tourism Industry

Vijay Kumar Thota

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"No–where in the world is found, such a beauty, different and diversified climate, flora, fauna, religions, and languages, dialects, dress¬ing patterns, life style and rituals, like India." Tourism is one of the worlds most booming industries, generating approximately $4 trillion annually worldwide. Over 550 million international tourists, visit different parts of the world every year in order to satiate their desire to know the world. India is called a tourists paradise where not only the natural beauty but also glorious historical places, monuments are existing. Today tourism is the largest service industry in India, with a contribution of 6.23% to the national GDP and providing 8.78% of the total employment. The present study reveals that the growth and diversification of tourism industry in India and India tourism has become one of the major sectors of the economy, contributing to a large proportion of the National Income and generating huge employment opportunities and focusing on the state of Andhra Pradesh tourism which comprises like scenic hills, forests, beaches and temples. Also known as The City of Nizams and The City of Pearls, Hyderabad is today one of the most developed cities in the country and a modern hub of information technology, ITES, and biotechnology. Andhra Pradesh is called as a ‘Rice Bowl’ of India. It is having a rich and unique culture in India. The Andhra Pradesh Tourism department has promoted by it’s as a “Kohi–Noor” of India. The state has a rich cultural heritage and is known for its rich history, architecture and culture. Andhra Pradesh is the top tourist destination in India.

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Vijay kumar Thota Development of tourism in India and Potential of Andhrapradesh Tourism Industry Indian Journal of Applied Research, Vol.III, Issue.XII Dec 2013


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