The small village of Dhudmaras, located in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar district, has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) for its Best Tourism Village Upgrade programme. This programme highlights villages with potential for sustainable tourism development and aims to enhance local tourism infrastructure, promote cultural heritage, and improve residents’ quality of life.
UNWTO Recognition
Location and Natural Beauty
Cultural and Natural Richness
Tourism Infrastructure Support
Adventure Tourism Recognition
Tourism Development Initiatives
Local Homestays and Cultural Experiences
Training and Capacity Building
Sustainable Practices
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Why in the news? | A small village in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar district, Dhudmaras has been selected by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) for its Best Tourism Village |
UNWTO Recognition | Selected for the Best Tourism Village Upgrade programme from over 260 applications worldwide. |
Location | Located in Kanger Valley National Park, Chhattisgarh, surrounded by dense forests and Kanger River. |
Natural Beauty | Known for its biodiversity, traditional lifestyle, and natural setting ideal for eco-tourism. |
Cultural Richness | Offers traditional food, tribal life experiences, and showcases local crafts and festivals. |
Tourism Infrastructure | Government support for infrastructure development, including roads and transport facilities. |
Adventure Tourism Recognition | Awarded in the Adventure Tourism category by the Union Ministry of Tourism in the Best Tourism Village competition. |
Local Tourism Activities | Homestays, guided tours, camping, trekking, bird watching, kayaking, bamboo rafting, and cultural experiences. |
Training & Capacity Building | 40 Dhurwa Tribe families trained in tourism activities like kayaking, trekking, and bamboo rafting. |
Sustainability Initiatives | Use of local resources (bamboo, mud) to build eco-friendly structures like rafts, dustbins, and houses. |
Government Initiatives | Promotion of local handicrafts and boosting global market access. |
Overall Goal | To enhance tourism infrastructure, promote cultural heritage, and improve residents’ quality of life. |
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