
Climate change has emerged as one of the most pressing global challenges influencing environmental systems and socio-economic activities, including tourism. Tourism is highly dependent on climatic conditions, environmental quality, and natural resources, making it particularly sensitive to climate variability and change. India, characterized by remarkable geographical diversity and a wide range of tourism destinations, is increasingly experiencing climate-related impacts such as rising temperatures, erratic monsoon patterns, sea-level rise, extreme weather events, and ecological degradation. These changes are affecting destination attractiveness, tourism infrastructure, seasonal tourism patterns, and the livelihoods of communities dependent on tourism activities. This chapter examines the impacts of climate change on tourism destinations in India with specific reference to coastal regions, hill and Himalayan destinations, wildlife and ecotourism areas, and cultural and heritage sites. Based on secondary data and a descriptive analytical approach, the study identifies destination-specific vulnerabilities and discusses their implications for sustainable tourism development. The chapter emphasizes the need for climate-responsive planning, adaptive strategies, and effective policy interventions to enhance the resilience of Indian tourism destinations in the face of climate change
Climate change; Tourism destinations; India; Sustainable tourism
Climate change; Tourism destinations; India; Sustainable tourism
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