The present study is aimed at evaluating the current state of the management of Idanre Hills with the view to contribute knowledge to the sustainable development of the attraction. The natural landscape of the hills is replete with an abundance of biodiversity and a cultural heritage that has survived for centuries. Today, the Idanre landscape is a preferred destination explored for its benefits (notably environmental, economic and socio-cultural).
Being in the tentative list of world heritage site, the stakeholders in accordance with the UNESCO regulation have been tasked with adopting effective management and protection strategies to ensure the development of a sustainable heritage site for the present and future generations amongst other benefits.
From analysis of literature, in its current state; some factors were found to constitute barriers to the attainment of high performance in the management of Idanre hills including conflict of interests between members of the Idanre community and the state authority on the subject of management; inadequate financial resources, climate change, lack of political will, poor infrastructure, limited education in tourism destination management amongst others. Various solutions have been proffered concerning effective management and sustainable development of tourism attraction from scholarly works.
Meanwhile, it is believed that the recommendations for the assessment of management performance should ultimately be in line with the criteria as specified by the UNESCO for the reason that Idanre hills is in the tentative list of world heritage sites. The outcome of adhering to these management criteria is that consequently, the conditions of integrity of the attraction are sustained or enhanced over a longer period.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
- INTRODUCTION
- ANALYSIS OF LITERATURE
- Ondo State: The Home of Idanre Hills
- Idanre Hills: The study Setting
- Geography and Ecology
- The People of Idanre
- The Attractions
- Review of Literature
- CONCLUSION/RECOMMENDATION (S)
- REFERENCE
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to evaluate the current management of Idanre Hills and contribute to its sustainable development. The natural landscape of the hills boasts significant biodiversity and a rich cultural heritage. This research highlights the importance of managing this resource effectively for the benefit of both present and future generations.
- Sustainable management of ecotourism attractions
- The role of biodiversity conservation in tourism
- Challenges and opportunities for managing Idanre Hills
- The importance of community involvement in tourism development
- The impact of climate change on ecotourism destinations
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Executive Summary: The study explores the current management practices at Idanre Hills, aiming to contribute knowledge for its sustainable development. It highlights challenges such as conflicting interests, financial constraints, climate change, and a lack of infrastructure. The study explores potential solutions for effective management and sustainable development of the tourist attraction.
- Introduction: This chapter introduces the concept of ecotourism and its importance in fragile environments. The chapter also emphasizes the significance of tourism planning and management for maximizing the benefits of tourist destinations. Sustainable tourism development is presented as a key goal, encompassing environmental, social, political, cultural, and economic aspects.
- Analysis of Literature: This section provides a comprehensive review of existing literature on the management of ecotourism destinations. The study explores various factors influencing effective management, including biodiversity conservation, community involvement, and the impacts of climate change.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The study focuses on the key themes of ecotourism, management effectiveness, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development, specifically within the context of Idanre Hills as a potential UNESCO World Heritage site. The research aims to contribute to the ongoing discourse about effective management strategies for protecting the unique natural and cultural heritage of the area for future generations.
- Quote paper
- Akinmayowa Adedoyin Shobo (Author), 2021, Management Aspects of an Ecotourism Attraction. A Review on Idanre Hills, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1042116
