SOME ISSUES ON THE EFFECT OF TOURISM SERVICE QUALITY AND SATISFACTION OF FOREIGN TOURIST IN TAMILNADU

N. MANIKANDAN; Dr. M. MOHAMED RAHMATHULLAH

Volume : IV, Issue : X, October - 2015

SOME ISSUES ON THE EFFECT OF TOURISM SERVICE QUALITY AND SATISFACTION OF FOREIGN TOURIST IN TAMILNADU

N. Manikandan, Dr. M. Mohamed Rahmathullah

Abstract :

This study aims to assess tourists perceptions towards quality tourism services provided at Tamilnadu historical site, and to measure tourist satisfaction by examining the impact of quality tourism product on overall tourist satisfaction. Tamil Nadu, a place of peace and serenity in the far south of the Indian sub–continent with its feet washed by the Indian Ocean, is a paradise for tourists. People who come here go back with an everlasting memory of the land and people. Tamil Nadu is a land of magnificent temples that remain intact exposing the marvel and glory of the Dravidian culture, art, architecture and spiritual values. Not only temples but Churches and mosques too, declare the inbuilt secularism of the land: Maximum population is Hindu (88.67%), followed by Muslims (5.47), Christians (5.69%), Sikhs (0.01%), Jain (0.12%), and Others (0.04%). Numerous festivals and fairs, throughout the year add colour to the scenic beauties at numerous destinations. The ancient glory and modern hub of life mingle amazingly well, giving joy and soothing comforts. Long, sandy and sunny beaches abound to ace one�s health and enhance happiness. It is also a land of sanctuaries for birds and animals, forests, mountains, hill stations, natural sceneries and waterfalls – enough to forget everything else and be immersed in enchanting beauty. Modern amusement theme parks have come up in various places to provide heartthrobbing and thrilling experience to young and old.