tourism gateway 3 - socio-cultural impacts of tourism

Question 1

what is the socio-cultural advantage of tourism?

Answer 1

the preservation of local customs and heritage

Question 2

preservation of local customs and heritage elaboration

Answer 2

• when preserved and restored, historical and cultural sites become more attractive to tourists.
• enhances sense of belonging and history to local community

e.g entry fees to the Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt, can be used directly to fund conservation efforts

Question 3

what are the socio-cultural disadvantages of tourism?

Answer 3

1. dilution of local customs and heritage

2. increased crime

Question 4

dilution of local customs and heritage elaboration

Answer 4

• construction or conversion of buildings for tourism may force locals to relocate elsewhere and the identity of the place may be lost.
• cultural festivals or religious activities may be modified to appeal to tourists, reducing the authenticity and significance of such activities.
  e. g Thailand, tourists pay a hefty sum to enter the village of the Kayan Lahwi women. Some tourists may then treat the women as exhibits they paid for, aggressively taking their photos without permission.

Question 5

increased crime elaboration

Answer 5

• Some tourists may carry expensive items, such as watches or cameras, and are thus vulnerable to muggings.
• Tourists may also be prone to being scammed and cheated