Tourist Attractions Flashcards
what is a tourist attraction
objects or activities that tourists want to expirience
name 4 examples of tourist attraction
- museum
- building
- waterfall
- activities
what is an icon
symbol that represents or stands for something
explain the difference between an icon and an attraction
icons we see for more than just objects- they represent something more meaninful
Name 4 things an attraction must have to be considered one
- LARGE
- HISTORICAL
- UNIQUE
- famous
Explain how icons are an economic advantage for a country
- tourists bring in money
- multiplier effect
- job creation
- locals benefit
- motivation for country to promote its own icons
Name the 6 types of tourists
adventure cultural ecotourist leisure religious special interest
what can a country plan if it knows the number of tourists coming to see an icon
marketing strategies
when to conduct maintenance
restrictions to prevent damage
3FA the colosseum
ancient building in the centre of rome
largest colosseum ever built in the roman empire
originally made to host sporting events
why is the colosseum considered an icon
linked with the glory of the roman empire
shows the engineering and architecture of rome
3FA the leaning tower of Pisa
bell tower of Pisa’s cathedral
30 visitors every 40 mins
lean is now 3.99*
why is the leaning tower of Pisa considered an icon
lean is unique
leant for 900 years but hasnt fallen down
3FA about venice
no roads
boats used to travel (gondolas)
built on 118 islands with many canals
why is venice considered an icon
only city w no cars
romantic
3FA the vatican city
worlds smallest independent state
worlds centre for roman catholic religion
home of the pope
why is the vatican city considered an icon
centre of the RCC
home of the pope
many museums
3FA the berlin wall
wall that stopped EB residents moving to WB
killed 100-200 ppl
140km long
why is the berlin wall considered an icon
parts of wall remain to be a symbol of the struggle by ppl to show the oppression and dictatorship.
3FA the black forest
border between france and SWITZ
food: BF cake and ham
source of the Danube river
why is the black forest considered an icon
classic germany
clock making
cusine
3FA the pathedon
ancient citadel
most famous surviving temple
classic greek style
why is the pathedon considered an icon
impressive
stood for very long time
linked to city of athens
3FA the blue mosque
blue tiles on the inside
second ever mosque built
chains at entrance
why is the blue mosque considered an icon
most beautiful mosque in the world
seen from all over istanbul
3FA the eiffel tower
2 resturants
built tp celebrate the 100th anniversary of the french revolution
initially intended to be temporary
why is the eiffel tower considered to be an icon
most recognised structure in world
associated with paris
3FA the french riviera
1st modern sea resort
sunshine almost all around
cannes film festival
why is the french riviera considered an icon
leading tourist resort
3FA the swiss alps
range of mountain in central eurpe that covers most of SWITZ
jungfrau- virgi
winter sports
why is the swiss alps considered an icon
unique and endangered part of the alps (largest glacial area in europe)
beautiful
3FA the windmills in netherlands
draining the lands
no windmills = no netherlands
used to be 10 000 now only 1150
why are the windmills considered an icon in netherlands
closeley linked with the netherlands
3FA auschwitz
- one of the worst concentration camps during WW2
- Bodies burnt in specially built mass crematories
- international holocaust rememberance day when the russians liberated the camps.
why is auschwitz considered an icon
shocking and intense concentration camp
6 million died
prevents it occuring again
3FA the algarve
southernmost part of portugal
sandy beaches
hot weather
west in arabic
why are the algarves considered an icon
fantastic weather
affordable
3FA the alcazar of segovia
most famous castles in spain
built during the 12th century
arabic features :influence of N/african muslims
why is the alcazar of segovia considered an icon
oldest and most beautiful castles in spain
association with kings and queens
3FA bull fights
performance art not sport
tradition
bull is killed afterwards
explain the process of bull fighting
- Bull struck by assistants on horse back using long laces
- bull struck by assistants on foot using colourful sticks with barbed points
- main bullfighter used his red cape to attract the bull. It’s stabbed with a special sword.
what is the term used for a bullfighter
Torero or matador
why is bullfighting conisdered an icon
representation of spains history
3FA the Kremlin
russian term for the protected city
looks over the red square
surrounded by the kremlin wall
home of the russian president
why is the kremlin considered an icon
linked with russians history
symbol of nation
priceless architecture
3FA the red square
major streets and highways all branch from this square
alongside the kremlin
lenins body stored here
place for ceremonial and entertainment events
why is the red square considered an icon
linked to russias history
3FA big ben
nickname for the great bell of the stiking clock in london
tower big ben is located in is now known as elizabeth tower (names for the queens jubillee)
gothic style
why is big ben considered an icon
british cultural icon
symbol of the UK
3FA buckingham palace
london home of the Queen
decorated with priceless works of art within the royal collection
changing of the guards
why is buckingham palace considered an icon
assocuiated with royalty and the royal family
3FA the tower of london
monument showing that england has never been defeated since it was built
building has been extended over the years
HQ of englands military
why is the tower of london considered an icon
closeley linked with english history
built by last person to defeat england
3FA the london bridge
childrens song
Once destroyed shipped to arizona
1st bridge built across the thames
why is the london bridge considered an icon
used to be the only way to cross the thames
childrens song
3FA the pyramids of Giza and the sphinxy
3 large pyramids in Giza
built of massive blocks of limestone that archaeologists believe were transported by boat along the nile river
the spinx is a massive statue with the head of a man and the body of a lion
why is the pyramids of giza considered an icon
oldest surviving human made structures that are associated w egypt
3FA the dome of the rock
one of the holiest places for jews, muslims and christians
rock on which mosque was built is where prophet mohammad went to heaven
non-muslims need special permission to enter the temple.
why is the dome of the rock considered an icon
religious icon and significance
3FA the wailing wall
place of prayer and pilgrimage sacred to jews
jews weeping at site bc of the destruction of the temples
extends into earth
why is the wailing wall considered an icon
only remains of the 2nd temple of jerusalem.
3FA petra
entire city calved out or built out of rock
petra in greek means rock
desert climate
7 wow
why is petra considered an icon
age, beauty, impressive
example of mans creativity and resourcefullness
3FA Mecca
holiest city of the islamic religion
prophet muhammads birth place
muslims turn towards mecca during there daily prayer
why is mecca considered an icon
most religious place of islam
face mecca
centre of muslim
3FA Sydney Opera house
destinct and famous building
dramatic design
besiest performing arts centre.
why is sydney opera house considered an icon
iconic 20th century building
image of aus
3FA Ayers Rock
world largest inselberg
middle of aus
caves and ancient painting that are culturally significant to the indigenous people of aus
why is the ayers rock an icon
cultural and religious importance to indigenous poeple of aus.
noticeable feature of the landscape
3FA the great wall of china
made from difficult building methods and is strong and durable
area nearest beijing restored and is a prime attraction
cant be seen from space (rumoured)
why is the great wall of china considered an icon
largest man made structure
association w china
7 WOW
3FA the taj mahal
beautiful architecture
white marble and decorated w precious stones from asia
set in gorgeous, symmetrical gardens and reflecting pools.
why is the taj mahal considered an icon
jewel of muslim art
universally admired
architecture
seven WOW
3FA Mount Fuji
highest mountain in japan
active volcano w low risk of eruption
mountain climbing
why is mount fuji considered an icon
association w japan
future inclusion as a WHS
3FA mount everest
world highest mountain
2 main routes
altitude sickness
why is mount everest conisdered an icon
highest point on earth
icon for climbers
3FA floating markets
glimpse of what life was like a century ago
mode of transport
colour
why are the floating markets considered an icon
feature of past everyday life
closely linked w thailand
3FA statue of christ the redeemer
staue of jesus
view from statue
symbol of peace
why is the statue of christ the redeemer considered an icon
view
7 WOW
3FA niagra falls
2 huge waterfalls and 1 smaller one on niagra river
american falls with smaller bridal falls are in USA
parking lots, souvenier shops, modern hotels, casinos
why are the niagra falls considered an icon
honeymoon destination
views
3FA chichen Itza
powerful and wealthy city of the maya civilization
many large buildings and temples
2 wells that supply water to the city
why is the chichen itza considered an icon
one of the most sophisticated civilizations of anceint americans
pyramids resemble egypt
3FA manchu picchu
sacred site for incas
was the official residence of the inca kings and is built on high almost inaccesible ridge
rediscovered by americans
why is manchu picchu considered an icon
city was in tact when found
spanish conquerers were infamous for destroying cities that were invaded.
3FA the statue of liberty
gift from france to celebrate 100 year anniversary of the american decleration of independence in 1776.
holds torch in one hand
book in her left hand - book of american independence.
why is the statue of liberty considered an icon
symbol of freedom
3FA the grand canyon
largest canyon
colourful rock layers
hiking and rafting
list the 8 factors contributing to success of tourist attraction
- Excellent marketing of touirsm product
- suistainable and responsible management
- efficiency and ethical behaviour of staff
- positive expirience of visitors
- safety and crime prevention
- general appearance and upkeep of attraction
- disabled people friendly
- universal access
name 4 characteristics of a successful tourist attraction
- actual number of visitors exceeds target number
- repeat visitors
- income generated exceeds target figures
- positive impact on local community and environment
why is repeat visits important
- source of guaranteed income
- WOM
explain how touirst attractions have both a direct and indirect benefit on the local community
direct
- job creation
- business oppotunities
indirect
- better service acess
- upgraded infastructure
