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Pradhan K.C., . (2005) Orchids and poverty alleviation through eco-tourism in the Sikkim Himalayas. [Proceedings Paper]
Abstract
The Himalayas and the Andes are the repository of most of the 20 000-odd orchid species. Ironically these regions are also home to some of the worlds poorest economies. With the recent worldwide interest in eco-tourism countries with rich natural resources are looking to cash in on them as a means to economic growth. They hope to bring prosperity to people who have failed to keep up with conventional development.
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Abstract
The Himalayas and the Andes are the repository of most of the 20 000-odd orchid species. Ironically these regions are also home to some of the worlds poorest economies. With the recent worldwide interest in eco-tourism countries with rich natural resources are looking to cash in on them as a means to economic growth. They hope to bring prosperity to people who have failed to keep up with conventional development.
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| Item Type: | Proceedings Paper |
|---|---|
| Additional Information: | Summary En |
| AGROVOC Term: | ORCHIDACEAE |
| AGROVOC Term: | POVERTY |
| AGROVOC Term: | TOURISM |
| AGROVOC Term: | SIKKIM |
| Geographical Term: | MALAYSIA |
| Depositing User: | Ms. Norfaezah Khomsan |
| Last Modified: | 24 Apr 2025 05:27 |
| URI: | http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/16582 |
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