write an article on "the two sides of tourism industry".
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There are many benefits involved in travel and tourism. Tourists generate lots of economic activities.
Firstly, historic buildings help create vibrant, cultural downtowns that engender tourism, art, festivals, and other activities which in turn draw investment, revenue, and economic growth. A dynamic historic downtown can be the hub of community life: a place to shop, invest, create and live. Simultaneously, preservation can be a tool to boost economy and quality of life. Local residents benefit through the services that rise naturally in demand due to economic activities generated by tourism such as learning and recreational activities.
The second benefit of travelling and tourism is the economic and public benefits that act as powerful tools in sustaining local economy, creating jobs, and even generating capital. The aesthetic, cultural and historical benefits of tourism are well known, but now, communities are realizing that there are positive economic effects also. Can you just imagine how much wealth India earns from foreign tourists that visit Taj Mahal, Delhi, and Rajasthan? Some of the old historical buildings have been converted into heritage hotels? Thousands of people get employment and jobs due to the tourism that is boosted by the preservation of forts and other historical monuments.
The third benefit that we derive from tourism is the positive image that is formed in the eyes of the foreign and local tourists. Well maintained and preserved forts and buildings send a positive message to the visitors about our caring and organized national character. This not only helps in winning over the confidence of the foreigners, but also gives boost to self-confidence. We must promote tourism and maintain our historical buildings and give them new look!
However, with the rise in economic prosperity, more and more people are travelling for leisure. The tourism industry is flourishing exponentially. More and more people are travelling within the country and internationally! However, this boom in the tourism has adversely affected the environment! Owning to poor waste management unplanned and reckless construction along with the increasing pressure of catering to the needs of the tourist , beautiful beaches, coral reefs, forests, sanctuaries, waterways, lakes, lagoons, hills, mountains are being polluted. These spots of pure natural beauty are also habitats for various species of flora and fauna. These species are being adversely affected due to the construction, development, and other tourism related activities.