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The Work of Tourism in Rural Ethnic China: Studies on Ethnic Groups in China

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Tourism is a major industry in China, and it is having a significant impact on the lives of ethnic groups in rural areas. This book explores the complex and dynamic relationship between tourism and ethnic groups in China. It examines the ways in which tourism can both benefit and harm ethnic communities, and provides insights into the challenges and opportunities that tourism presents for these communities.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the tourism industry in China, and discusses the different ways in which it is affecting ethnic groups in rural areas. The second part examines the specific impacts of tourism on three different ethnic groups: the Yi, the Miao, and the Tibetan. The third part provides a comparative analysis of the three case studies, and draws s about the overall impact of tourism on ethnic groups in rural China.

A Landscape of Travel: The Work of Tourism in Rural Ethnic China (Studies on Ethnic Groups in China)

by Kay Elder

4.2 out of 5

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The book finds that tourism can have a number of positive impacts on ethnic groups in rural China. These include economic benefits, such as increased income and employment opportunities; social benefits, such as improved infrastructure and access to education and healthcare; and cultural benefits, such as the preservation and revitalization of traditional cultures.

However, the book also finds that tourism can have a number of negative impacts on ethnic groups in rural China. These include environmental impacts, such as pollution and deforestation; social impacts, such as the disruption of traditional lifestyles and the erosion of social cohesion; and cultural impacts, such as the commodification and devaluation of traditional cultures.

The book concludes that the overall impact of tourism on ethnic groups in rural China is complex and multifaceted. It is important to carefully consider both the positive and negative impacts of tourism when developing and implementing tourism policies and programs.

Reviews

"This book is a valuable contribution to the literature on tourism and ethnic groups in China. It provides a comprehensive overview of the topic, and offers a nuanced analysis of the complex and dynamic relationship between the two." - Dr. John Liu, Professor of Tourism, University of Hong Kong

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the impact of tourism on ethnic groups in China. It is a well-written and well-researched book that provides a wealth of insights into this important topic." - Dr. Susan Chen, Professor of Anthropology, University of California, Los Angeles

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A Landscape of Travel: The Work of Tourism in Rural Ethnic China (Studies on Ethnic Groups in China)

by Kay Elder

4.2 out of 5