TOURISM

Presented by Huzaifa & Mehvish

Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) is a union Union Territory (UT) of India,
located in the country’s northern part and a global tourist destination.
In addition to traditional recreational tourism, vast scope exists for
adventure, pilgrimage,spiritual and health tourism. The natural
beauty and picturesque locations have made it a favoured destination
for tourists across the world. Jammu is famous for its temples, while
Kashmir Valley is known for its lakes and gardens. The tourism sector
has been a significant contributor to the economy of Jammu and
Kashmir (J&K) for many years. It can be influenced by political
factors and security concerns, which can impact the tourism industry.
Economic Contribution of the
Tourism Sector to the economy
of J&K
➔ Employment Generation

➔ Revenue Generation

➔ Infrastructure Development

➔ Promotion of Handicrafts and Local

Products

➔ Foreign Exchange Earnings

➔ Social and Cultural Exchange

➔ Diversification of the Economy

Conclusion
Tourism is one of the important sectors of Jammu and
Kashmir economy as it contributes a significant portion
to the overall GSDP of J&K