Tourism is one of the largest and fastest growing business of the world. Today the world is more connected than before. Since tourism allows people to understand the culture, local history, and habits of other parts of the world. On contrary to that this phenomenon also creates confusion and tension among the people. At the first impulse, the given notion seems to be debatable and requires detailed deliberation that has been put forth in the given paragraphs.
To commence with, Tourism plays a crucial role in the economic development of a country. For instance, it contributes to the progress of the individuals, societies and government in many ways. In terms of individuals, it helps them in creating a job opportunities and employs large number of people both skilled and unskilled. For the business people, it helps their hotels to grow and eventually promotes national integration and bring foreign exchange for the government. In addition to that, it helps the local industry to expand which predominantly deals with handicrafts and hand-made goods that provides tourist insights about the local culture and history.
On the other side, some people think that Tourism creates tension rather than understanding people and culture of the particular country. In this regard, some tourists are not aware of the local culture, history and traditions of the particular country and they try to understand the same in their own way that is not acceptable to local community. The said indifference results into tensions and conflicts between two communities. For instance, foreign people visit the holy places and start taking pictures or videos and not taking necessary measures. The local community believes that foreign tourists are not respectful to the God and made fun of the holy place. Further, foreign language sometimes creates a barrier and leads to misunderstanding.
To recapitulate, Tourism industry is an integral part of the economic growth of a country and infuse foreign exchange in the economy, however, the same needs to be taken care off to avoid any confusion and dis-respect local people sentiments and traditions of the particular countries. In my view, Tourism is an asset for any country and government and local people needs to understand the importance of tourism industry so that it can bring harmony and integration among the people.
