A Research Review On Strategic Analysis Of Tourism Sector In The State Of Haryana

Abstract

Haryana, a state in India, has a rich history reaching back to the Vedic period and is recognized for its closeness to New Delhi, Aravali mountains, and the River Yamuna. The government has promoted alternative types of tourism, including as rural, historical, and highway tourism, owing to its limited natural resources. Highway tourism has been a big emphasis in Haryana, with state-of-the-art roads linking the state with nearby states like Delhi, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh. The state government and enterprises have made efforts to develop infrastructure along highways and vital routes, giving facilities such as hotel accommodations and excellent meals. Some noteworthy tourism complexes include Dabchick tourist resort, Badkal Lake, Karna Lake, Kingfisher Resort near Ambala, Yadavindra Gardens near Pinjore, and the Sultanpur Lake Bird Sanctuary. Birds are also a key element of the tourist business in Haryana, with the Sultanpur Bird Sanctuary being one of the main sanctuaries. The state is home to a rich assortment of animals, birds, and plants, including Bandar, Langur, white leopards, jungle cats, mongoose, deer, blackbucks, Morni Hills, Aravali Hills, and Kalesar woods. Pilgrimage tourism has origins in Indian history, with pilgrimage spots like Haridwar and Kurukshetra being hallowed places of religious importance. Neelkanthi Yatri Niwas provides guest houses catering to guests from rural places, while the Jyotisar Complex caters to varied budgets with dorms, air-conditioned rooms, and no-air-conditioned rooms. The state of Haryana has a long history of tourism, with various notable pilgrimage sites and cultural events. These include Brahma Sarovar, Sthaneshwar Mahadev Temple, Narkatari, Jyotisar, Banyan Tree, Surajkund Crafts Mela, Nahar Singh MahalKartik Cultural Festival, and Shri Krishna Museum. Pilgrimage tourism is a booming sector in the state, with holy destinations like Haridwar and Kurukshetra catering to the demands of pilgrimage visitors. The state also focuses on adventure tourism and Gulf tourism, which are gaining in popularity. Adventure tourism, sometimes known as youthful tourism, is developing due to the availability of attractions such as Morni Hills, Hosh and Josh Thrills Adventure Park, Tikkar Tal, and Adventure Club. Parasailing is another popular sport given by Haryana tourism, with stations in Pinjore and Jisar. River rafting is another popular pastime, with Amateur River Rafting becoming an increasingly popular hobby. Rock climbing is another attraction, luring more teenagers from surrounding states to explore natural and purposely developed rock climbing places. Canoeing is another popular pastime, with facilities in Yamuna Nagar. Agricultural tourism, a unique kind of tourism, is gaining significance in Haryana owing to its proximity to the agricultural sector and the intimacy between people and visitors. The Surjivan farms contribute to this sort of tourism, giving a rural experience with contemporary amenities and high-quality cuisine. Other famous tourist locations include the Golden Dunes Retreat, a vast, rural retreat with nature around it, and Sheila Farm, a green retreat with cottages, rooms, a swimming pool, conference space, and children's park.