GUIDELINES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CULTURAL TOURISM, UTHAITHANI PROVINCE
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The purpose of this research is 1.To study cultural tourism destinations Uthai Thani Province. 2. To study the problems and obstacles of cultural tourism. Uthai Thani Province. 3. To find ways to develop cultural tourism. Uthai Thani Province. This research is a qualitative research. By using a specific interviewing method, a sample of 17 people included government, private and community officials.
The results of the study revealed that 1. Cultural tourism destinations Uthai Thani Province There are important tourist attractions such as Sangkas Rattanakiri Temple. (Wat Khao Sakae Krang), Wat Chantharam (Wat Tha Sung), Wat Uposatharam (Wat Bot), the way of life of the raft Sakae Krang River Basin, Ko Thepho Natural Tourist Attraction, Rong Ya Walking Street, Tham Khao Wong Temple, Karen Kaen, Kaffir Lime Village Remain unique Reflecting the lifestyle of the local people This is able to maintain the original as well. 2. Problems and obstacles of cultural tourism Uthai Thani Province Caused by the slowly growing economy Due to low income in the community Is a secondary city tourist attraction Not receiving support from relevant agencies helping to create points of interest No continuous and serious public relations Lack of support from relevant agencies, both public and private Providing the correct knowledge in using technology Most areas are lowland areas. Near the main water line Causing risks to natural disasters The new generation does not inherit local culture. 3. Approaches to Cultural tourism Development Uthai Thani Province Developed into a city that maintains local heritage Promote a festival that is famous for its unique attractions in the province to create points of interest Help create an existing culture that is unique and desired by tourists. Increase public relations channels to be easily accessible by collaborating with the government. Private and local people Promote OTOP products to be the main products for complete and sustainable cultural tourism.
Keywords: Development approach, Cultural tourism, Uthaithani Province
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