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Tourism industry has become a very fastest growing industry in the modern period. It is recognized as an important “tiger” industry for the first decade of the current century. Tourism does not produce goods, but it is mainly a service industry and extends services to different classes of people. It consists of the activities undertaken through travel from home or workplace for the pleasure and enjoyment of certain destinations, and the facilities that cater to the needs of the tourist. Travel and tourism have been important social activities of human beings from time immemorial. The urge to discover new places within one’s own country or outside and try to find a change of environment has been practiced from ancient times. Almost in every economy of the world, tourism sector plays a vital role in the contribution of generating revenue, employment opportunities and in economy’s GDP. It provides opportunities to local populace to increase their living standards by increasing employment opportunities. According to the estimates from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) in 2011, tourism generates around 270.7 million jobs globally and accounts for over 10% of global Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It also plays an key role in cross-cultural exchange of the two cultures. It helps to learn about different languages, life styles and tradition. It provides opportunities to adopt the qualities of different cultures vice-versa, as tourists are also bound to cause tension among the local population by introducing new life styles and progressively promoting social, cultural and religious disruptions. Tourism serves as a means of conserving the cultural heritage of the local area which otherwise might be lost due to development. It provides scope for conserving local dance, art, craft, music, drama, dress and old historic monuments.

Himachal Pradesh is a State in Northern India that was anciently known as Dev Bhumi (The abode of Gods) and is abundant with natural beauty. The literal meaning of Himachal Pradesh is Region of snowy mountains. The top tourist places of Himachal Pradesh are Shimla, Kullu Valley, Manali, Dharmshala and Chamba. SHIMLA is the only urbanized city of the Himachal, its tranquility and peaceful atmosphere makes it different from many urban cities in India. It is famous for its temples, parks, valleys and trekking trips. The KULLU VALLEY offers breathtaking natural beauty. Its temples, apple orchards, gardens, and the festivals make it a worthwhile destination to visit. For shoppers Kullu provides handicraft textile (shawls, caps and other woolen accessories).

The biggest state of the Indian mainland, Madhya Pradesh is a cluster of innumerable districts, varied topographic and climatic characteristics. Along with the magnificent Vindhyachal ranges, river valleys and plateau, it is famous for its wonderful art, craft, music and dance. As the name suggests, Madhya Pradesh state lies in the middle (Madhya) of India. Madhya Pradesh state is an important tourist destination of India and is visited all around the year. Tourism is an important contributor to the revenue of the state can be segregated into three sections- Cultural tourism, Wildlife tourism and Heritage tourism. The northern region of the state comprises of erstwhile heritage and princely state such as Orchha, Gwalior, Khajuraho, Chanderi, Shivpuri, Datia and more. Between October and April the weather at these places is quite conducive for exploring the region’s attractions including forts, palace, cenotaphs and temples.

Goa is often referred to as the „Pearl of the Orient‟ and the „Beach Capital of India. Its natural beauty, unique heritage and a delectable mix of cultures, along with friendly and hospitable people, make it perhaps the most attractive tourist destination in India. Tourism is the back bone of Goan economy, with 40% of the population directly or indirectly dependent on it. The sector has shown strong growth with total tourist arrivals increasing from 2.3 million in 2005 to 7.8 million in 2017, an annual growth of nearly 11%. The tourist mix is dominated by domestic tourists that comprise nearly 89% of total tourist arrivals. The peak season of October to December sees nearly half of the annual tourist arrivals, putting immense stress on Goa‟s ecology, infrastructure and tourism assets.