is usually regarded as a boon to a region’s economy.
brings prosperity to the region and provides employment to the locals of the region.
, when
becomes unsustainable in nature, it can have disastrous consequences on the
. When the
industry active in the region crosses the legal and ethical barriers to earn more profit, it can lead to massive degradation of the
in the area. Local human population, flora, and fauna, suffer greatly due to
irresponsible and unsustainable
. Some of the ways in which
adversely impacts the
have been mentioned below:
Transport Of Tourists Results In
Pollution: The movement of tourists from their home to the
destination involves transport via road, rail, or
, or a combination of these modes of transport. When a large number of tourists are involved, it invariably leads to a greater use of the transportation system. We all are aware of the fact that emissions from automobiles and airplanes are one of the biggest causes of
pollution. When a large number tourists use these modes of transport to reach a particular attraction, it pollutes the
both locally and globally. Due to the rapid growth in international
, tourists now account for nearly 60% of
travel. In many places, buses or other vehicles leave their motors running to ensure that tourists return to comfortable
-conditioned vehicles.
practices
pollute the
.
Leads To
Pollution: Tourists destinations are often subject to significant
pollution. Tourists vehicles entering and leaving natural areas create a lot of
.
is the source of distress for wildlife. Loud music played by tourists in forested areas
disturb the animals living in the area. Often,
generated by
activities for long-term alters the natural activity patterns of animals.
Littering Of
Spots By Irresponsible Tourists: Irresponsible tourists often litter the
spots visited by them. Waste disposal is a great problem in the natural
. According to estimates, cruise ships in the Caribbean produce over 70,000 tons of waste annually. If waste is disposed of irresponsibly in the sea, it can lead to the death of marine animals. Even the Mount Everest is not free of human-generated waste. Trekkers leave behind their oxygen cylinders, garbage, and camping equipment
the mountains and hills. Some trails in the Himalayas and the Andes have been nicknamed the "Toilet paper trail” or the "Coca-Cola trail,” referring to the garbage left behind on
trails.
Sewage Generated At
Spots Contaminate The Natural
: Rampant construction of
facilities like hotels, cafes, restaurants, etc., in an area without
proper arrangementSuggestion
proper arrangements
a proper arrangement
for safe disposal of sewage, can lead to disastrous consequences. Wastewater carrying sewage from
areas often pollutes nearby water bodies. It can lead to the eutrophication of water bodies and the loss of the balance in aquatic ecosystems. Pollution of water bodies with sewage can
lead to health issues and even epidemics that can ultimately wipe out large populations of aquatic flora and fauna and
impact human health adversely.
In conclusion, I feel government should put in place law to help in
regard