"Since 1991, the idea of #RuralTourism has steadily made its way in India– starting from West Sikkim in the form of a demo project by #HelpTourism. Initially, a system was developed out of the resident families of the #village whereby they catered to the lodging and food requirement of the #tourists. Over the years the system has been replicated in several other areas of #NorthEast." Read more only at www.indianfolk.com http://www.indianfolk.com/potential-rural-tourism/ | IndianFolk

UN Tourism: China's rural tourism success offers blueprint for developing nations

Today is #WorldTourismDay! Sustainable tourism can help 👇 🔸Develop rural areas 🔸Promote global agricultural heritage 🔸Strengthen livelihoods Watch to discover 4 amazing landscapes that have been recognised by @FAO as Globally Important #AgriculturalHeritage Systems 👇 | Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)