Maharashtra Board Class 9 Geography Chapter 12 Tourism PDF Download

12. Tourism

We undertake short or long journeys for various purposes like festivals, family functions, fairs, sports, wanderings, recreation, etc. We need to carry out some preparations before going anywhere such as selecting the route to go there, choosing the means of transport, packing essential things, etc. When we reach the destination, we visit the exquisite and spectacular sites. Sometimes, we stay there. We make use of the facilities provided over there. We also pay in lieu of those services or goods.

Visiting various places away from our homes for getting joy, entertainment, trading, staying, etc. is called tourism.

Planning of a trip

A trip has to be organised from your home to your favourite tourist destination. Find out the route with the help of various websites. Decide the journey route you will take. Consider factors like duration of the trip, materials required for travel, means of transport, availability of the route, etc.

Get the estimated travel cost per person.

Teacher's Note

Tourism means going to new places for fun and rest. For example, many Indian families go to Kerala to see the backwaters or to Goa to see the beaches.

Exam Trick

Remember: Tourism = Travel + Stay + Enjoy. Just like we go to school for study, we go to tourist places for fun and learning.

Points to Remember

Tourism means visiting places away from home for joy and entertainment.
We need to plan a trip by deciding the route and transport.
We must find out the cost before going on a trip.
Tourism brings money to a country.
We should keep tourist places clean and safe.

Geographical Explanation

Dear Students, imagine that you have to go on a vacation with your family. Make a list of 15 favourite places in Maharashtra.

After the list is prepared, put your places in the relevant classification.

Places near the sea

Historical places

National parks and sanctuaries

Hill stations

Religious places

Select one place from each group which you would like to visit.

Discuss the reasons of your choice in the class.

Observe fig. 12.1 and answer the following questions: Use an atlas for reference.

Out of these, which tourist places do you know? Make a list.

For what are the selected places famous?

Make a list of religious and historical sites from the map.

Make a list of hill stations, places having sanctuaries and places along the coasts.

Correlate the physiography and tourist places in India.

Teacher's Note

Different places are famous for different reasons - some for temples, some for beaches, and some for mountains. For example, Shimla is famous for its cool weather and snow.

Exam Trick

Remember: Religious places = temples and mosques. Historical places = old forts and palaces. Hill stations = cold and hilly areas.

Points to Remember

Tourist places are classified by type and location.
Religious places attract pilgrims and devotees.
Historical places tell us about India's past.
National parks protect wild animals.
Hill stations have cool and pleasant weather.

Geographical Explanation

The places given on the map have become famous due to different reasons. Some special things are the reason behind the place becoming famous. For example, natural beauty, pleasant weather, exquisite scenery, hot springs, sea coasts, historical monuments, religious places, forest areas, etc. are major attractions for tourists.

On the basis of political boundaries, tourism can be of two types:

Domestic tourism: Tourism within the limits of a country is called domestic tourism. For example, a person from Maharashtra going to Kanyakumari in Tamil Nadu for tourism, a person from Nagpur visiting Ellora Caves in Aurangabad, etc.

International/foreign tourism: Crossing country's boundaries and visiting some other country for tourism is called international tourism. For example, an Indian going to Switzerland for tourism, an American coming to India for tourism, etc.

On the basis of the aim of tourism and specialities of the destination, there can be different types of tourism. Some of these have been explained through photographs.

From the above we infer that tourism is very important for a country. Basic facilities should be developed at places which have to be developed as tourist sites mainly. Domestic tourism should be promoted. It is necessary to preserve the cultural heritage of a country.

Teacher's Note

Domestic tourism means Indians traveling within India. International tourism means people traveling to other countries. For example, an Indian visiting Taj Mahal is domestic tourism, but an Indian visiting USA is international tourism.

Exam Trick

Remember: Domestic = within country. International = outside country. Just like your home is domestic and other's home is international.

Points to Remember

Domestic tourism is travel within your own country.
International tourism is travel to other countries.
Both types of tourism are important for the economy.
Tourists need documents like passport for international travel.
Cultural heritage must be protected for tourists to enjoy.

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