Rural Tourism in Asia and Pacific: Concept, Practices and Opportunities

"Rural Tourism in Asia and the Pacific: Concept, Practice and Opportunities." This insightful volume brings together real-world case studies, practical strategies, and expert perspectives from five countries. Developed through the CIRDAP-INFRA International Training Programme, the book serves as a vital resource for policymakers, practitioners, and tourism professionals aiming to empower rural communities and preserve cultural heritage.Explore how rural tourism acts as a powerful engine for sustainable development, driving economic growth, preserving cultural heritage, and empowering communities. Drawing on the knowledge and experiences of practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and development professionals from across CIRDAP member countries, this resource provides a conceptual framework, practical approaches, and real-world examples ready for adaptation."Rural Tourism in Asia and the Pacific" is an indispensable guide for policymakers, researchers, rural development professionals, and tourism stakeholders seeking to harness the transformative power of rural tourism for inclusive and sustainable development, ultimately benefiting the heart of rural communities. Contents: 1.    Agri-tourism in Rural Asia and the Pacific: Opportunities and Challenges2.    Agri-tourism as a Sustainable Rural Development Practice in Sri Lanka: Challenges and Opportunities3.    Rural Tourism Development in Iran: Potential, Policies and Challenges4.    Sustainable Rural Tourism in Vietnam: Opportunities, Challenges and Lessons5.    Integrated Rural Tourism in Malaysia: What India can Imbibe and Implement?6.    Pioneering Agritourism in Rural India: The Case of Saguna Baug7.    Reviving Rural Contentment and Empowering Youth: The Success story of YATRA, A Farm Tourism Venture8.    Mapping of Rural Geo-tourism Hotspots Using Geospatial Techniques in Jharkhand, India9.    Creating a Self-Sustaining Rural Tourism Ecosystem in India: The case of Back to Village (B2V)10.  Transforming Rural Communities through Tourism in Bangladesh: Key Learnings from Malaysia