Tourism in Pakistan Advantages and Disadvantages of Tourism

Tourism in Pakistan Advantages and Disadvantages of Tourism Made by Syed Aashir Sarwar Jinnah House

What is Tourism? • Tourism is travels for recreational, leisure or business purposes. • The World Tourist Organization defines tourists as people who "travel to and stay in places outside their usual environment for more than twenty-four (24) hours and not more than one consecutive year

Advantages to the Economy • There a number of benefits of tourism for both the tourist and the host destination. On a large scale it offers a good alternative to some more destructive industries for generating income both on nationally and privately.

1. The tourism industry encompasses many different areas, so it also creates jobs in many different areas. With tourism comes hotels, restaurants, car rental agencies, tour companies, service stations, souvenir shops, sports equipment rentals, and much more. All of this creates many different levels of employment for people in a given community. Like for e. g. The Shangrilla Hotel in Pakistan

2. If properly used, tourism generated income can be tremendously beneficial to the host country and it's local communities. Tourism generated income can be used on a national and local level to better education, improve infrastructure, to fund conservation efforts, and to promote more responsible tourism.

3. In many places the introduction and development of tourism allows local people an opportunity for economic and educational growth that would not otherwise be available. In addition, it allows both the tourist and the local community a chance to experience other cultures, which broadens understanding.

Disadvantages Although tourism can be very beneficial, especially economically, to the host destination, there are many strings attached. Tourism inevitably brings with it environmental and cultural degradation. Though these impacts are closely enter twined, here they will be addressed separately.

1. Not only does heavy construction aid erosion (especially in tropical climates) but essentially, construction and development equals pollution. Tourist generated pollution comes from things such as rental car exhaust and oil leaks, machinery used to build hotels, commercial airplanes, and airport construction just to name a few (Mc. Laren, 1998).

2. To a greater extent, after the completion of construction, tourists as a group consume a tremendous amount of natural resources and produce an equally tremendous amount of waste. The influx of tourists into a community creates a transient but permanent population increase Two major problems arise from a sudden population increase: an over consumption of resources, and an over production of waste. Over consumption causes problems such as water shortages, frequent loss of electricity, and over fishing of local waters. The over production of waste is an ever-present threat to tourist communities. this shows itself in the form of water and air pollution, liter, and the frequent overflow of sewage systems.

3. The degradation of local infrastructure results from the heavy traffic of cars and tour buses. This is especially a problem in developing nations where cars are not a household item and roads and bridges were not designed to withstand heavy traffic. In situations involving tourist oriented corporations that return most of their profits to their own countries, the host communities are left to foot the bill for repairing the damages.

3. The degradation of local infrastructure results from the heavy traffic of cars and tour buses. This is especially a problem in developing nations where cars are not a household item and roads and bridges were not designed to withstand heavy traffic. In situations involving tourist oriented corporations that return most of their profits to their own countries, the host communities are left to foot the bill for repairing the damages.

Bahauddin Zakariya was a Sufi of Suhrawardiyya order. He died in 1267 and his mausoleum is located at Multan. Many tourists visit his mausoleum because of its religious significance. The Pakistan Monument in Islamabad is a national monument representing the nation’s four provinces and three territories. It is a modern site of tourism.

Satpara Lake is an important lake in Skardu Valley which supplies water for the town of Skardu. It is a place many tourists visit because of the sheer beauty of the landscape. Taxila is an important tourist site in Punjab and holds significance due to its magnificient history. It contains many Buddhist monasteries and stupas.

TOURISM IN PAKISTAN GEOGRAPHY PROJECT BY HAMZAH RIZVI

TOURISM SITES IN PAKSITAN

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Natural Sites Pakistan is blessed with the most amazing and the most beautiful scenic beauties. Some of the famous and most tourist sites are listed below but of course there are many more…….

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Cultural…. Modern Sites Pakistan along with scenic beauty is also bless with architectural buildings built by the Mughal. And it also contains Modern buildings built by genius minds of our architects. Minar-e-Pakistan

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Religious Sites • Glimpses of Muslim Architecture are present all over Pakistan. Some of the Mosque built in the Mughal time are still remaining in our country portraying the architectural skills and the crave for art the Mughals had. • Some of the Churches and other buildings built by the British also remain. Which remains an important source of tourist attraction

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The advantages and drawbacks of Tourism in Pakistan Hammad Niamatullah X-S

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Tourism is one of those industries in Pakistan which currently needs taking care of. After the September 11 attacks, it has depleted a lot due to security threat and the blame of Muslims and Pakistan to be terrorists. What are the benefits and drawbacks of developing tourism in Pakistan? Let’s find out.

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Advantages • Income from tourism is greater than income from export of basic raw materials. • It helps to reduce import bills and loans from other countries and decreases burden of debt. • Tourism increases employment in hotels, as guides, entrepreneurs or by providing entertainment.

Advantages • Income from tourism can be used to improve lifestyle of the local people by improving hospitals, schools, hygiene, etc. • It reduces rural-urban migration due to presence of employment in the cottage/ small -scale industries.

• Tourism is only a means of seasonal employment so labor demand relating to tourism is not sustained throughout the year. • The money spent on tourism could be used to develop other basic industries in Pakistan for example mining industry and forest industry which could guarantee greater outputs. Disadvantages

• Building of tourist resorts and hotels results in loss of homes and land of local people so they become totally dependent on the tourists. • Most tourists disrespect local customs and traditions so social problems like crime and terrorism emerge. • During tourism season, prices of basic necessities increase beyond reach of local people. Disadvantages

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Advantages • Respecting the tourist industry, local people decrease the destruction of forests, hills, and mountains to retain the natural beauty which attracts tourists. • Natural resorts like mountains and nature parks currently have a high demand by foreign tourists, thus reducing environmental depletion.

Disadvantages • Forests are cut down to make hotels and resorts, resulting in deforestation and soil erosion. • Hotels and tourist resorts may also be built on cultivable land of the local farmers, decreasing total agricultural output of the already backward nation.

Bibliography • The Environment of Pakistan by Huma Naz Sethi • Photographs: Courtesy of images. google. com

TOURISM IN PAKISTAN ADVANTAGE & DISADVANTAGES BY ALI JILANI

ADVANTAGES • Income from tourism is usually greater than the income from the export of a few raw materials. It may help to correct Pakistan’s balance of payment and lessen the burden of debt. TOURIST POPULATION 80000 70000 60000 50000 40000 30000 20000 10000 0 TOURIST POPULATION 1990 1995 2000 2005

• It creates domestic employment e. g. in hotels, entertainment and as guides. It is labor intensive. • Locals use tourist facilities.

• It encourages local cottage craft industries and the production of souvenirs.

• Profit earned by tourism can be used to improve local housing schools, hospitals, electricity and water supplies.

• The interaction of tourists with the local people helps in cultural linkages with foreign countries. • It helps reduce migration

DISADVANTAGES • Tourism can not be a reliable source of capital for Pakistan as it is influenced by internal and external politics and other situations. For example there was a sharp decline in number of tourists after 9/11 2001.

• Tourism only generates seasonal employment. For example, in most of the tourist places in the NORTHERN AREAS in Pakistan the tourist season is from May to October (six months). For the rest of the year people have to look for other jobs.

• The money, which is required for the tourist industry in Pakistan, could be spent on other basic sectors of the economy which may be more productive than tourism e. g. minerals, power resources, manufacturing industries, mechanization in agriculture.

• In Pakistan there is a good potential of high adventure tourism. Such tourism only attracts young, adventurous and healthy males rather than families ( women, children and old people).

• The building of hotels means local people lose their homes, land traditional means of livelihood (e. g. fishermen may lose their livelihood if hotels are built next to rivers) and become dependant on serving wealthy tourists.

• Tourists often destroys local culture and traditions. New social problems of crime, terrorism, drugs and drunkenness may emerge. Sometimes tourists do not respect local customs and religious beliefs.

• Domestic tourists may not be able to afford tourist facilities. • During the tourist season the prices of basic necessities rise beyond the affordability of the local people.

• The natural environment may be badly affected e. g. the area around Kalam in the Sawat valley was a tourist’s paradise. It is beautiful but deforestation especially has had a detrimental effect.

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DEFINITION • TOURISM means the whole business of providing accommodation and recreation facilities for those people who are travelling and visiting or staying in a place for a relatively limited period of time. The purpose for the visit or stay is primarily for pleasure.

TYPES OF TOURISM • • • SUSTAINABLE TOURISM ECOTOURISM PRO-POOR TOURISM RECESSION TOURISM MEDICAL TOURISM EDUCATIONAL TOURISM CREATIVE TOURISM DARK TOURISM DOOM TOURISM

SUSTAINABLE TOURISM • Sustainable tourism is envisaged as leading to management of all resources in such a way that economic, social and aesthetic needs can be fulfilled while maintaining cultural integrity, essential ecological processes, biological diversity and life support systems. " (World Tourism Organization) • Sustainable development implies "meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs" (World Commission on Environment and Development, 1987)

ECOTOURISM • Ecotourism, also known as ecological tourism, is responsible travel to fragile, pristine, and usually protected areas that strives to be low impact and (often) small scale. It helps educate the traveler; provides funds for conservation; directly benefits the economic development and political empowerment of local communities; and fosters respect for different cultures and for human rights.

PRO-POOR TOURISM • The pro poor tourism has to help the very poorest in developing countries has been receiving increasing attention by those involved in development and the issue has been addressed either through small scale projects in local communities and by Ministries of Tourism attempting to attract huge numbers of tourists. Research by the Overseas Development Institute suggests that neither is the best way to encourage tourists' money to reach the poorest as only 25% or less (far less in some cases) ever reaches the poor; successful examples of money reaching the poor include mountain climbing in Tanzania or cultural tourism in Luang Prabang, Laos.

RECESSION TOURISM • Recession tourism is a travel trend, which evolved by way of the world economic crisis. Identified by American entrepreneur Matt Landau (2007), recession tourism is defined by low-cost, highvalue experiences taking place of once-popular generic retreats. Various recession tourism hotspots have seen business boom during the recession thanks to comparatively low costs of living and a slow world job market suggesting travelers are elongating trips where their money travels further.

MEDICAL TOURISM • When there is a significant price difference between countries for a given medical procedure, particularly in Southeast Asia, India, Eastern Europe and where there are different regulatory regimes, in relation to particular medical procedures (e. g. dentistry), traveling to take advantage of the price or regulatory differences is often referred to as "medical tourism".

EDUCATIONAL TOURISM • Educational tourism developed, because of the growing popularity of teaching and learning of knowledge and the enhancing of technical competency outside of the classroom environment. In educational tourism, the main focus of the tour or leisure activity includes visiting another country to learn about the culture, such as in Student Exchange Programs and Study Tours, or to work and apply skills learned inside the classroom in a different environment, such as in the International Practicum Training Program.

CREATIVE TOURISM • • • Creative tourism has existed as a form of cultural tourism, since the early beginnings of tourism itself. Its European roots date back to the time of the Grand Tour, which saw the sons of aristocratic families traveling for the purpose of mostly interactive, educational experiences. More recently, creative tourism has been given its own name by Crispin Raymond and Greg Richards, who as members of the Association for Tourism and Leisure Education (ATLAS), have directed a number of projects for the European Commission, including cultural and crafts tourism, known as sustainable tourism. They have defined "creative tourism" as tourism related to the active participation of travelers in the culture of the host community, through interactive workshops and informal learning experiences. Meanwhile, the concept of creative tourism has been picked up by high-profile organizations such as UNESCO, who through the Creative Cities Network, have endorsed creative tourism as an engaged, authentic experience that promotes an active understanding of the specific cultural features of a place. More recently, creative tourism has gained popularity as a form of cultural tourism, drawing on active participation by travelers in the culture of the host communities they visit. Several countries offer examples of this type of tourism development, including the United Kingdom, the Bahamas, Jamaica, Spain, Italy and New Zealand.

DARK TOURISM • One emerging area of special interest has been identified by Lennon and Foley (2000) as "dark" tourism. This type of tourism involves visits to "dark" sites, such as battlegrounds, scenes of horrific crimes or acts of genocide, for example: concentration camps. Dark tourism remains a small niche market, driven by varied motivations, such as mourning, remembrance, education, macabre curiosity or even entertainment. Its early origins are rooted in fairgrounds and medieval fairs.

DOOM TOURISM • Also known as "Tourism of Doom, " or "Last Chance Tourism" this emerging trend involves traveling to places that are environmentally or otherwise threatened (the ice caps of Mount Kilimanjaro, the melting glaciers of Patagonia, The coral of the Great Barrier Reef ) before it is too late. Identified by travel trade magazine editor-in-chief Kenneth Shapiro in 2007, this type of tourism is believed to be on the rise. Some see the trend as related to sustainable tourism or ecotourism due to the fact that a number of these tourist destinations are considered threatened by environmental factors such as global warming, over population or climate change. Others worry that travel to many of these threatened locations increases an individual’s carbon footprint and only hastens problems threatened locations are already facing.

FACTORS AFFECTING TOURISM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. The presence of tourist attractions Security Availability of capital The Infrastructure Management Marketing and publicity Transport and communications Government priorities

The presence of tourist attractions • The development of tourism in Pakistan primarily depends on the presence of tourist destinations with short and easy distances between them. No doubt, Pakistan is full of natural, cultural and historic places which may be very attractive to tourist but unfortunately, these places are inaccessible due to inadequate transport facilities in Pakistan.

Security • Because of the low level security in Pakistan, the number of tourists are declining every year. This figure is highly inflated as most of these tourists are mainly people from abroad who come to visit their friends. Business travellers are also included. These tourists are very less if we compare them to the 4 million yearly tourists of China and Spain.

Availability of capital • Capital has to be available to assure the development of tourism. Unfortunately, inadequate capital is assigned for the tourism industry of Pakistan. Much more is spent on advertisements than on the development of infrastructure facilities.

The infrastructure • Infrastructure facilities like electricity, roads, gas supply , water supply, hospitals etc. are very essential for tourists. In Pakistan, although natural and cultural destinations attract some tourists, but because of inadequate infrastructure facilities, very less tourists are demotivated for coming to Pakistan.

Management • Negligence of tourist attractions has caused popular sites to become unattractive for both domestic and foreign tourists. Murree, a once popular tourist destination because of its convenient accessibility, has now lost most of its charm due to deforestation, congestion, inadequate sewage disposal and environmental pollution.

Marketing and publicity • Without marketing, no industry can survive or develop in the best manner possible as its maximum potential wont be unearthed. • The introduction of Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation’s websites led to some improvement in domestic and foreign marketing.

Transport and Communications • Due to lack of transport facilities, some possible tourist destinations such as the northern areas, are left unexplored. Some include Kaghan and Naran which are difficult to reach as basic necessities such as roads and bridges have not been constructed. • Risk of landslides and floods is always present, so is the absence of metalled roads. • Areas such as Chitral, Saidu Sharif and Gilgit have airports which are entirely dependant on weather. • Providing helicopters to tourists is a good measure as it reduces chances of being stranded.

Government Priorities • It is questioned whether or not Pakistan can afford to invest in the tourism side, as developmental programs cover only limited regions and mineral deposited have not been exploited yet. • The PTDC (Pakistan Tourism Development Corporation) has created ‘targeted tourism’ points which are costeffective and yield greater economic benefits • Areas with tremendous potential have been provided with motels, roads and proper facilities at initial stages.

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Tourism Sites in Pakistan Hakim Akbar Manji X-S

Gilgit-Baltistan • The Gilgit-Baltistan is the most spectacular and fascinating region of Pakistan. It is here that the world's three famous mountain ranges meet - the Himalayas, the Karakorams and the Hindukush. The whole Northern Pakistan has come to be known as a paradise for mountaineers, climbers, trekkers, hikers and anglers of the most famous “Trout fish”.

Garam Chashma in Gilgit-Baltistan • This un-spoilt enchanting valley of orchards, verdant fields and snow clad peaks is renowned for its boiling sulfur springs which are famous for healing effect on skin diseases, gout, rheumatism and chronic headaches. For the convenience of tourists “humans” (baths) have been constructed near the springs.

Sports in Gilgit-Baltistan • The favorite sport in Gilgit is polo. The Shandur polo tournament is a festive occasion and draws a large number of visitors. • Hunza and Gilgit are ideal for mountaineering, trekking and hiking. • The streams and lakes of Gilgit are full of trout and fishing/angling can be carried out.

Tarbela Dam, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa • The world's largest earth-filled dam on one of the world's most important rivers - the Indus. The dam was completed in 1976 at a cost of Rs. 18. 5 billion. It is the biggest hydel power station in Pakistan. Its reservoir is 97 km long with a depth of 137 meters while total area of the lake is 260 sq. km. With a reservoir capacity of 13, 690, 000 cubic m, the dam is 143 m high and 2, 743 m wide at its crest.

Swat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa • Swat, the land of romance and beauty, is celebrated throughout the world as the holy land of Buddhist learning and piety. Swat acquired fame as a place of Buddhist pilgrimage. Buddhist tradition holds that the Buddha himself came to Swat during his last reincarnation as the Guatama Buddha and preached to the people here. There are now more than 400 Buddhist sites covering and area of 160 Km in Swat valley only. • The lush-green valley of Swat, with its rushing torrents, icy-cold lakes, fruit-laden orchards and flower-decked slopes is ideal for holidaymakers. It has a rich historical past, too. This is "Udayana" (The Garden) of the ancient epics; the land of enthralling beauty, where Alexander of Macedonia fought and won some of his major battles before crossing over to the delta of Indus River. This is the "valley of hanging chairs", as described by the famous Chinese pilgrim-chroniclers, Huaen Tsang and Fa-Hian in the fifth and sixth centuries.

Khewra Salt Mines, Punjab • The main centre of mining is Khewra in the Salt Range where the world's largest salt mines are located. • There are many points of interest for tourists in the mines. They are taken into the mines on an electric trolley train to the first point and then the visitors are shown various unique portions of the mines with attractive shapes, forms and colors. The first stop is a beautifully mosque made of rock salt brick of different colors and shades. There are many water tanks filled with saturated brine solution. There is an area of transparent slat of light pink color known as, “Sheesh Mahal” (the mirror palace). Here, a series of chambers are connected with salt bridges over water ponds.

Murree & The Galliyats in Punjab • They are a series of wonderful Hill-resorts on the ridge between Murree and Abbottabad and are more attractive than other cities. Murree is a very popular hill station while Abbottabad is a city in NWFP province with a very British atmosphere. The main tourist stay on this road is the town of Nathia Gali and the resort of Ayubia. Nathia Gali is known as the City of Fog. But the main beauty of this area isn't high mountains, it's the greenery. Lush green hills and mountains with wonderful pine trees.

Taxila, Punjab • Taxila is the abode of many splendid Buddhist establishments. Taxila, the main centre of Gandhara, is over 3, 000 years old. Taxila had attracted Alexander the great from Macedonia in 326 BC, with whom the influence of Greek culture came to this part of the world. Taxila later came under the Mauryan dynasty and reached a remarkable matured level of development under the great Ashoka. Hundreds of monasteries and stupas were built together with Greek and Kushan towns such as Sirkap and Sirsukh, both in The Gandhara civilization was not only the centre of spiritual influence but also the cradle of the world famous Gandhara culture, art and learning.

Faisal Mosque, Islamabad • This beautiful mosque, one of the largest in the world was designed by a renowned Turkish Architect, Vedat Dalokay and named after the late King Faisal of Saudi Arabia. It is spread over 1, 89, 705 sq. metres with 88 meters high minarets and 40 meters high main prayer hall. The main prayer hall can accommodate 10, 000 persons while the covered porticos and verandahs can take over 24, 000 worshipers. The main courtyard has space for 40, 000 people.

Ziarat, Balochistan • A visit to Quetta is incomplete without a trip to Ziarat. Situated 133 kms (3 hours by car) from Quetta at an altitude of 2449 meters above sea level, Ziarat is a holiday resort amidst one of the largest and oldest Juniper forests in the world. It is said that some of the Juniper trees are as old as 5000 years. The name Ziarat means, "Shrine". A local saint, Kharwari Baba, is believed to have rested in the valley and blessed it. After his death he was buried here. People frequently visit the saint's shrine, which is 10 kms from Ziarat. • The magic of Ziarat is its honey, its flowers which attain large size here, its lush green grass and cool weather even in the hottest months of summer, "Shinshoab", a lavender like wild bush looks lovely in twilights.

The Balochistan Coastline • The Balochistan coastline extends over 750 kms. From Hub near Karachi to the Gwadar Bay on Pakistan-Iran border. The coastal tribes are as colorful as that of central and upper Balochistan. Their colorful costumes, songs and dances are equally fascinating. The whole area is rich with long unspoilt golden sunny beaches and a variety of sea fish. Because of the importance of this coast Pasni, Jiwani and Gwadar, the three important coastal towns, have been linked by air with Karachi and Quetta. Gaddani Beach near Karachi is an excellent seaside spot for picnic.

Chaukundi, Sindh • Just off the National Highway, 27 km from Karachi is Chaukundi. This is the site of graveyards that date back to the 16 th-18 th centuries. The sandstone covers of these graves are exquisitely carved in relief with intricate motifs. The tomb slabs of women’s graves are embellished with designs of jewelry, necklaces, earning and rings while those of men bear horse and rider motifs as well as floral and abstract designs.

Bhanbhore, Sindh • This archaeological site is believed to be the ancient port city of Debul that flourished in the 8 th century A. D. This was the place where the Arab conqueror Mohammad Bin Qasim first touched the shores of South Asia in 711 A. D. Here also, after a fierce battle with the reigning King, the Arabs consolidated their hold for subsequent expansion. Banbhore is 64 kms from Karachi. Popular folklore has it that is in the vicinity of Banbhore was the trysting-place of the star-crossed lovers, Sassi and Pannu, much celebrated in local performing arts.

Sports in Karachi, Sindh • Bunder boating in Karachi is a pleasant experience. On a moonlit night, it is a treat to sail up the sheltered harbor from Kemari to Sandspit. • Yachting continues in Karachi all year round. It is a wonderful sight to see the multicolor sails of the yachts in the harbor, contrasting with blues of the sea and the sky. • Golf, a popular sport in Karachi, is played on an 18 -hole green course throughout the year. Visitors to the city are welcome to play for a small fee.

GEOGRAPHY WINTER VACATIONS PROJECT FEASIBILITY OF TOURISM IN PAKISTAN Sameer Ahmad Khan X-S

Objective Of Presentation • To discuss the various advantages and benefits that tourism has for the economy of Pakistan and supplement with pictures. • To discuss the various disadvantages and adverse affects that tourism has on Pakistan’s economy and environment and supplement with pictures.

Advantages of Tourism

Advantages of Tourism • Income from tourism usually greater than income from export of few raw materials which would help correct Pakistan’s balance of payment and reduce burden of debt. • Tourist attractions like Swat and Kaghan generate lot of revenue when tourists flock to these beautiful places.

Advantages of Tourism • Creates domestic employment e. g. in hotels, entertainment and as guides. It is labour intensive. • E. g. Shangri-La hotel in Pakistan is very famous and preferred by tourists visiting the northern areas.

Advantages of Tourism • It encourages local cottage craft industries and productions of souvenirs. • Examples are Ajrak clothes from Sindh and embroidered carpets and various handicrafts which are highly valued by foreign tourists.

Advantages of Tourism • Profit earned through tourism can be used to improve local housing schools, hospitals, electricity and water supplies. From illiterate to literate

Advantages of Tourism • The productions of local food is increased due to the creation of local markets e. g dry fruits etc.

Disadvantages of Tourism

Disadvantages of Tourism • Various tourist attraction towns e. g. are becoming polluted and its green slopes are being denuded to make way for hotels and shops.

Disadvantages of Tourism • The internal and external political and economical situations determine the number of tourists such as the incident of 9/11 and other terrorist activities, negatively affecting the tourist industry.

Disadvantages of Tourism • The money which is required for the tourist industry in Pakistan, could be spent on other sectors of the economy e. g. exploration of mineral resources, mechanization and agriculture.

Disadvantages of Tourism • During tourist season the prices of basic necessities rise beyond the affordability of the local people.

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