Indian Journal of Sustainable Development

1. Priyanka Tushar Rembhotkar – Aissms College Of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

2. Honey Vikalp Tyagi – Aissms College Of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Received
29-May-2024
Accepted
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Published
29-May-2024
Abstract
Religious tourism refers to travel that is primarily done with the intention of experiencing a religion’s nature or the byproducts it creates, such as the local art, civilisation, customs, and architecture. Religious tourism in India has two distinct characteristics: first, there is the faith of the domestic tourist, who has a spiritual connection to the deity/destination and their religious beliefs; second, there is the category of “foreign” tourist, who is someone who belongs to a different religion or region, and for whom the tourist destination and the religious practises have the element of “novelty,” or a spiritual experience different from their own. The hospitality and tourist industries gain from and contribute to religious tourism. Furthermore, Indians who live overseas are choosing to travel to their place of origin for their vacations. The development of infrastructure facilities at the destination is made possible by tourism, which also helps generate sustainable income for the local community and the government, supports regional development strategies through the “umbrella” effect, and fosters peace and socio-cultural harmony. But in order to manage and prevent the negative effects, tourist development needs to be regulated across every area. Due to its complexity, which includes aspects of the economy, ecology, culture, and psychology, tourism is regarded to be of utmost importance for development. It is also acknowledged as one of the biggest industries in the world, contributing significantly to the GDP, and it has a huge potential for future expansion. As a result, “Sustainable religious tourism development” is now crucial for both wealthy and developing nations. Given the presence of basic infrastructure and the variety of tourist themes offered by diverse places in Maharashtra, there is a significant potential for expansion in the tourism industry. Maharashtra has a storied past and vibrant culture. In the following paper, we are attempting to concentrate on Pune, a location for both established and developing religious tourism.
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