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Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition

Santhosh Kumar 25/10/2023

Gujarat’s Dhordo village gets UNWTO recognition upsc mind map
Context
Dhordo village recognition
By United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
One of the Best Tourism Villages in 2023
About Dhordo
Location
In the Great Rann of Kutch
Known for
Annual Rann Utsav
Celebrates
Cultural heritage
Traditional arts
Music
Crafts
About UNWTO Recognition of villages
Criteria
Contribute to rural development
Preserve landscapes
Preserve cultural diversity
Preserve culinary traditions
Other criteria
Excel in various areas
Including
Cultural and natural resources
Sustainability
Tourism development
Best Tourism Villages initiative
Launched in 2021
UNWTO's goals
Promote rural development
Combat depopulation
Encourage sustainable practices
Through tourism
About United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
Specialized agency
Of the United Nations
Promotes
Responsible tourism
Sustainable tourism
Universally accessible tourism
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
Mission
Tourism as a driver
Economic growth
Inclusive development
Environmental sustainability

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