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LAVASA- THE URBAN TOURISM

SARVAJANIK COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

& TECHNOLOGY, SURAT

Presented by: Manoj Patel(120420748004) Guided by: Prof. Sejal Bhagat

Tourism Planning & Development

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1.0 WHAT IS URBAN TOURISM

2.0 ELEMENTS OF URBAN TOURISM

3.0 KEY ELEMENTS DESCRIPTION

4.0 LAVASA- THE IDENTITY

5.0 THE VISION

6.0 GLOBAL LOCATION MAP- DISTANCE MAP

7.0 LAVASA CITY AT A GLANCE

8.0 FACTS CONCERN TO LAVASA

9.0 BENEFITS OF DEVELOPING LAVASA

10.0 AMENITIES

12.0 REFERENCES

CONTENT

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The demand for travel to cities has greatly increased over the last

few decades. While many travel for business , others are travelling

on leisure time

to learn about other cultures,

to develop their specific interests,

to seek entertainment

But what exactly are the specific elements of the urban tourism?

WHAT IS URBAN TOURISM

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ELEMENTS OF URBAN TOURISM

PRIMARY ELEMENTS

Activity PlaceCultural Facilities

Museums and Art GalleriesTheatres and CinemasConcert HallsConvention CentresOther Visitor Attractions

Sport FacilitiesIndoor and Outdoor

Amusement FacilitiesNight ClubsCasinos and Bingo HallsOrganized EventsFestivals

Leisure SettingPhysical Characteristics

Historical Street PatternInteresting BuildingsAncients Monuments and StatuesParks and Green AreasWaterfronts (Harbour, Canal, River)

Socio-Cultural FeaturesLiveliness of the PlaceLanguageLocal Customs and CostumesCultural HeritageFriendlinessSecurity

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SECONDARY ELEMENTS Accommodation Catering Facilities Shopping Markets

ADDITIONAL ELEMENTS Accessibility Transportation and Parking Tourist Information (maps, signs, guides)

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Inspired by dutch artist escher, the Lavasa logo embodies a

unique set of perceptions about the core values of Lavasa.

The logo represents change of life for the communities.

LAVASA- THE IDENTITY

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THE VISION

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GLOBAL LOCATION MAP

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DISTANCE MAP

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Wide range of urban advantages in a natural setting Planned on the principles of new urbanism- all components of

essential city life are located within walking distance Approximately a 3 hour drive from Mumbai & 1 hours drive

from Pune Environmentally sensitive town planning Pioneering initiatives like technology leadership, e-governance

& GIS

LAVASA CITY AT A GLANCE

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An expected 365day economy Development across apartments, retail spaces, commercial

offices, hotels, convention centre, educational institutions, recreational facilities …

Planned for an estimated permanent population of around 0.3 million residents, a tourist inflow envisaged at 2 million per annum and an employment base of approximately 97,000

Envisioned to be a more liveable city of the future

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It caters to the growing need of urbanization Education, research and tourism will be drivers of growth It will boost the economy of the region and the State of

Maharashtra, in the process creating more than 1 lakh new jobs for people

The Government invited private sector by creating the policy framework

BENEFITS OF DEVELOPING LAVASA

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AMENITIES

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Adventure City tour Sports academies Activities for kids Nature tourism- nursery, natural trail, viewing

galleries, urban park plaza Leisure- movies, spa, golf course, shopping Upcoming musical fountain, themed park etc...

Activities In Lavasa

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ProposalThe Site Near Sardar Sarovar Dam

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Beautiful garden at the foot of dam Main view point site A lake where boating takes place A trekking site with a nature education

camp for students Nursery, primary-secondary school

facility also available. Near the site is also the Surpaneshwar

Shiva temple

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The Kevadia colony with all basic facility, where the employees of the dam live and places for visitors to stay.

There is a pond near dam site and crocodile sanctuary at some distance from the main canal discharge. There is also helipad available for extra facilities.

"statue of unity" would be consider as the tourist attraction spot at national level.

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Law, Christopher. 2002. Urban Tourism: The Visitor Economy and the Growth of Large Cities. London: Continuum.

2006 Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association (BACVA): http://www.baltimore.org/media/media_pr_092205.html

www.lavasa.com & www.lavasafuturecities.com, www.maharashtratourism.gov.in/mtdc/ Dt 9/05/13

the Mckinsey report, 'India's urban awakening- building inclusive cities, sustaining economic growth', dated april, 2010.

References

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