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4. Where do tourists go?

India. The chief tourists to India come from the United Kingdom and the United States. The attractions are the
wildlife, ancient monuments, and, perhaps more importantly, the culture. The country offers a blend of Hindu,
Moslem and European influences. The dominant religions are Hinduism and Islam and many of the attractions

relate to these. Temples and mosques, holy cities, and religious festivals abound. The most famous attraction is, of
course, the Taj Mahal. A major problem for tourists is the large size of the country. The package circuit is
recommended for many tourists: Bombay, Udaipur, Agra, Benares and Dehli.
Sri Lanka. Europe sends about two out of every three tourists to Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon). The country has
beaches comparable to those in the Caribbean, all 1,600 kilometers of them. There are also a variety of ancient
monuments and temples. The peak months for tourism are between December and April, while the monsoons
discourage tourists in June and July.

Taiwan. Most visitors to Taiwan are from the Pacific region, notably Japan. North America accounts for a large
number of tourists. The area has great natural beauty. The Taroko Gorge is reputed to be one of the wonders of the
world while the vertical cliffs along the east coast are said to be the world's highest. Additionally, Taiwan offers a
combination of old and modern China.
South Korea. As with Taiwan, Japan is the major source of tourists to South Korea. Approximately 80 per cent
of visitors come from the Pacific region. The main attractions are Seoul, the capital, with its palaces and museums,
and Kyongju, known for its temple and museums.
Japan. Because of the strength of its economy, Japan has a heavy tourism deficit on its tourism account.
Japanese travel to Southeast Asia (largely Hong Kong and Taiwan), the United States and the United Kingdom.

Travel abroad has been aided by the development of inclusive tours. Despite the distance separating the two, the
United States is the major tourist-generating country for Japan.
There are many tourist regions in Japan. Hokkaido, the northernmost island, offers winter sports and mountain
scenery. Tohoku, the northeastern section of the main island, is known for its national parks, hot springs and local
festivals. Kanto includes Tokyo in addition to shrines and temples; in the center of the main island of Honshu is
Chubu, which features seven national parks, outstanding natural resources, and ski resorts. Kansai, which contains
the cities of Kyoto and Osaka, has beautiful scenery and seascapes as well as the ancient capitals of Japan.

Hiroshima, site of the first atomic bomb dropped on Japan, is in Chugoku. Located on the western end of the main
island, it has beaches, coastal plateaus, and the Inland Sea National Park. Finally, Kyushu is an island with a
subtropical climate, six national parks and a variety of historic sites.
Australia. New Zealand is the principal tourist-generating country for Australia, followed by the countries of
North America. Tourism peaks in December, February and August.
Tourists come for three reasons. About one in four visitors, mainly those from New Zealand and Great Britain,
travel to visit relatives. Large numbers from neighboring islands visit for a change of physical environment and for
recreation. Third, many travelers come for business reasons but stay for pleasure.
Australia does possess various natural attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, Ayers Rock, and superb

beaches. There is a fairly well-developed domestic tourism business. The Australians greatly enjoy outdoor
recreation.
New Zealand. The tourist season in New Zealand runs from November to March. Most visitors come from
Australia. The attractions are both natural and cultural. The scenery is spectacular; the country offers opportunities

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