INTRODUCTION Sustainable tourism is important worldwide and locally. It is linked to different fields like social sciences, economics, arts, and development studies. Meghalaya, a state in northeastern India, is a popular tourist destination. In recent years, the number of visitors has grown significantly, especially in Sohra (formerly Cherrapunjee) and Mawlynnong, as highlighted in various Meghalaya News reports. WHAT IS TOURISM? The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) defines tourism as people traveling to places outside their usual environment for business, personal, or professional reasons. These travelers are called visitors, including both tourists and excursionists. Tourism involves their activities and spending. In simple terms, tourism is when people temporarily ...
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