This document discusses different types of permanent tourism businesses. It begins by defining a tourism business as one that caters to tourists' needs and wants to generate revenue. Permanent tourism businesses are those that generate revenue throughout the year, such as theme parks, museums, historical sites, zoos, aquariums, and parks/preserves. Several examples of these different types of permanent tourism businesses are then provided from India and elsewhere, along with brief descriptions.

1. PERMANENT
TOURISM
BUSINESSES

2. TOURISM
BUSINESS
A tourism business is
any business that centers on catering
to tourists, satisfying their needs and
wants and they generate revenue.
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▪ The travels and tourism industry is a
major source of income for most
States
▪ provide jobs directly or indirectly to
countless numbers of entrepreneurs
all over the globe.
EXAMPLES:-
▪ Tourist Guide
▪ Restaurant and Bar
▪ Hotel and Lodge (Motel, Inn et al)
▪ Taxi and Bus Shuttle Business
▪ Souvenir Shop
▪ Ticketing and Reservation
Services

3. PERMANENT
TOURISM
BUSINESSES
A permanent tourism business is the same as the
tourism business but it gets or generates a revenue or
functions throughout the year for a long period of time
which can be considered permanent.
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▪ Theme Park
▪ Museums and Historical sites
▪ Zoos and Aquarium
▪ Parks and Preserves
▪ Amusement Parks… etc
- These all can be considered a permanent tourism
business since it generates a revenue throughout the
year actively or passively.

4. Theme Parks
Theme parks are a part of the greater
attractions industry. Theme parks are large,
mostly outdoor, entertainment enterprises that
trace their origins back to 19th century
pleasure gardens that, over time, converted to
amusement parks with a mix of entertainment
including rides, shows, games, and food and
beverage offerings. Beginning in the 1950s
with the opening of Walt Disney’s Disneyland,
the theme park sector has expanded
throughout the global economy. Today, the
annual attendance at the world’s largest and
most attended theme parks is 323.4 million; it
is likely that a comparable level of attendance
is achieved by the second tier of theme parks
throughout the world.
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A large permanent area for public ent
ertainment, with entertaining
activities and big machines to ride on
or play games on, restaurants, etc.,
sometimes all connected with
a single subject.

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The Walt Disney World Resort
-Florida, United States

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SPACESHIP EARTH

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8. MGM Dizzee
World
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▪ MGM Dizzee World is a theme park located in Chennai, Tamil
Nadu, India. It is located in East Coast Road. The park has a
log flume, Ferris wheel, spider spin, roller coaster, the funny
mountain, dashing cars, super trooper, a water world and it
also hosts special seasonal shows.
▪ It is owned by MGM Group of Companies
▪ The park also hosts special features such as snow valley
experience introduced during the early 2000s; an artificial snow
shower with snow-capped mountain and a snow man.

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10. Museums
and
Historical
sites
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MUSEUMS
▪ A museum is an institution
that conserves
a collection of artifacts and
other objects
of artistic, cultural, historical,
or scientific importance.
Many public museums
make these items available
for public viewing
through exhibits that may be
permanent or temporary.
HISTORICAL SITES
▪ Historic site or Heritage
site is an official location
where pieces of political,
military, cultural, or
social history have been
preserved due to
their cultural
heritage value.
▪ A historic site may be any
building, landscape, site
or structure that is of local,
regional, or national
significance.

11. National
Museum
- Delhi
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One of the largest museums of India, National Museum has diverse
articles from the magnificent ancient era. It was constructed in 1949 on
the corner of Janpath in the lively city of Delhi. It is a best place to visit as
one gets to know about the luxury coaches of trains, which were a long
time back used by the great kings. It houses a variety of collections that
include jewelry, paintings, armors, decorative arts and manuscripts.
There is also a Buddhist section where one can find head of a Buddha
statue, and Buddha Stupa having remnants of Gautam Buddha,
constructed in 3rd century BCE by Sovereign Ashoka.

12. Indian
Museum
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Established in 1814 by Asiatic society of Bengal in Kolkata, Indian
Museum has a unique collection of armors, skeletons, Mughal paintings
and ornaments. It possesses six sections containing five galleries of
creative and scientific work of arts that is archaeology, geology, economic
beauty and art. Being one of the oldest museums in the globe, it is one of
the most sought after places of India that one must not give a miss on
holidays in Kolkata.ations

13. Government
Museum
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Government Museum is positioned in Egmore, which is among the busiest
spots of Chennai. It was established in 1851 and exhibits different varieties
pertaining to geology, zoology and anthropology and botany. The museum
has excellent sections showcasing the main south Indian times
encompassing, Chaulkyas, Chola and Vijaynagar. There are separate
sections for children also. Moreover, one can have a glimpse at the
different collection of books from yesteryear at the well stocked library.

14. Napier
Museum
Constructed in the 19th century, Napier Museum is the oldest
museum perched in Thiruvananthapuram, the capital city of Kerala. It
has got its name from Lord Napier, who was the Governor of Madras.
It houses a great collection of historic artifacts such as the kathakali
puppets models, musical instruments, Kerala chariots and bronze
idols of gods and goddess. Paying a visit to the Napier Museum will
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15. Taj Mahal,
Agra –
Enthralling
Seven
Wonder!
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16. Agra Fort,
Uttar
Pradesh –
The Red
Fortress
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17. Red Fort,
Delhi – The
Magnificent
Monument
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18. Qutub
Minar, Delhi
– Towering
Glory
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21. Zoos
• A zoo (short for zoological
garden or zoological
park and also called
an animal
park or menagerie) is a
facility in which all animals are
housed within enclosures,
displayed to the public, and in
which they may also breed.
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Aquarium
• An aquarium is a vivarium of any
size having at least one
transparent side in which aquatic
plants or animals are kept and
displayed.
Zoos and aquaria are collectively visited by millions
of people each year and these institutions have the
potential to impact the conservation knowledge,
attitudes, and behaviors of numerous people.
Zoos and Aquarium

22. FAMEOUS
ZOOS IN
INDIA
Mysore Zoo, Banglore
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▪ Officially called the Chamarajendra Zoological
Gardens, Mysore Zoo is one of the oldest and the largest zoos
in India and has provided a home to hundreds of wild and
ferocious animals.
▪ it is known for its spaciousness, cleanliness and large enclaves
built for the exotic animals like elephants, zebras, lions, green
anacondas, rhinoceroses and baboons

23. Nandakanan
Zoological
Park
Nandakanan, literally meaning The Garden of Heavens, is a zoo
and a botanical garden located in the capital of Odisha around
six km away from the Bhubaneswar-New Railway Station.
It’s a heaven of nature and an abode for the Indian rock python,
white tiger, Indian pangolin, crocodiles, Asiatic lion, etc.
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Alipore
Zoo,
Kolkata
▪ Alipore Zoo in Kolkata is one of the oldest zoos in India and a popular
tourist attraction of the city.
▪ It is still known for Aldabra, the giant tortoise that lived for almost 250
years and died in the year 2006.
▪ It is one of the best places to see Royal Bengal Tigers.
▪ The zoo is also a home to a wide variety of birds like golden pheasant,
ostrich, turacos and hornbills.

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Birsa Munda
Aquarium,
Ranchi
Bhagwan Birsa Biological Park of Ranchi recently
inaugurates a large fresh water aquarium in the
premises. Ranchi aquarium is home to exotic varieties
of fishes along with amphibians and invertebrates.

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Aquarium Bagh e Bahu,
Jammu
• The Bahu Fort Aquarium in Jammu city has India’s second largest
underground aquarium named as Bagh-e-Bahu Aquarium
• The underground aquarium on the bank of tawi river is one of the
largest underground aquarium in the country.

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• Taraporewala Aquarium located on
Marine Drive in Mumbai is the oldest
aquarium in India and one of the
major tourist attractions of Mumbai
city. The renowned aquarium hosts
many species of marine and
freshwater fishes including
Butterflyfishes , Damselfishes and
Angelfishes.
Taraporewala
Aquarium
- Mumbai

28. Neyyar Dam
Aquarium,
Trivandrum
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• Neyyar Dam Aquarium set up
by the fisheries in the
premises. The Aquarium,
dam and Neyyar Wildlife
Sanctuary are popular picnic
spot in Thiruvananthapuram
district of Kerala.

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Varkala
Aquarium,
Thiruvananthapuram
• The largest Aquarium in Kerala
• home to large variety of marine animals and aquatic life.

30. • A park is an area of natural, semi-
natural or planted space set aside for
human enjoyment and recreation or for
the protection of wildlife or natural
habitats.
• It may consist
of grassy areas, rocks, soil and trees, but
may also contain buildings and other
artifacts such
as monuments, fountains or playground
structures.
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PRESERVESPARKS
• Preserve means to maintain
(something) in its original or
existing state.
• Preserves are places or
monuments that are protected or
considered to be protected
inorder to conserve and
maintain it.

31. EXAMPLES
Jim Corbett National Park
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Located close to Nainital, Jim Corbett National Park is a favorite destination for people looking to spot
tigers, making it one of the important national parks in India. Other animals to be spotted here include
several species of deer, leopards, jackals, red foxes, black bear, sloth bear, and monkeys. Tourists
can book jeep safaris for early morning and afternoons.
▪ INR 4000 per jeep, maximum 6 people allowed in one jeep.

32. ▪ Popularized as the home of the “Big Five”, Kaziranga
National Park is the perfect place to spot a few wild
animals such as Rhinoceros, Tiger, Elephant, Wild Buffalo
and Swamp Deer.
▪ UNESCO declared it to be a World Heritage Site, due to it
residing in an Eastern Himalayan biodiversity hotspot,
making it one of the most diverse national parks of India.
Tourists can opt to enjoy jeep safari in the early morning
or afternoon; elephant safaris in the early morning are
also available.
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Kaziranga

33. Gir Forest
National
Park
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Located in Gujarat, the Gir Forest National Park and Wildlife
Sanctuary is one of the best places to spot wild Asiatic lions
in their natural habitat. It used to be the hunting reserve for
the Nawabs of Junagadh before it was turned into a
sanctuary in the year 1990.
When it was started, there were a mere 12 lions here, and the
number has now grown to reach nearly 600. Other animals
that one might spot here include sambar, chinkara, chital,
porcupine, wild boar, black buck and others. Tourists can
enjoy jeep safaris here, towards early mornings, afternoons
and early evenings.
INR 4500 per jeep, maximum 6 people allowed in one jeep.

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Sundarbans
▪ Location - Estuaries of River Ganges and River Brahmaputra. The reserve is also a UNESCO World
Heritage site, as it is the largest mangrove forest area in the world
▪ Fauna - The reserve is famous as the breeding ground of the Royal Bengal Tiger. Spotted deer,
Rhesus Macaque, Salt Water Crocodile and Giant Adjutant Storks are some other attractions
▪ Flora - World's largest mangrove forest hosts several endemic species of plants such as Garjan,
Gewa, Goran, Keora and Sundari trees. The name Sundarbans refers to the abundance of Sundari
trees in the area.

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Biosphere
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▪ Location - Northeast of Uttarakhand. The Nanda Devi Bio-reserve is also designated as a UNESCO
World Heritage Site
▪ Fauna - Himalayan musk deer, Mainland serow and Himalayan tahr. The reserve is also known to
host Snow Leopards, Himalayan Black Bear and Brown Bear, Langurs and Rhesus Macaque
▪ Flora - Fir, birch, rhododendron, and juniper are abundant here. Vegetation is scarce due to the dry,
frosty environment.

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Amusement Parks

37. “▪ An amusement park is a park that features various attractions, such as rides and games,
as well as other events for entertainment purposes.
▪ A theme park is a type of amusement park that bases its structures and attractions
around a central theme, often featuring multiple areas with different themes.
▪ amusement parks often contain themed areas, theme parks place a heavier focus with
more intricately-designed themes that revolve around a particular subject or group of
subjects..
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India's big-budget, hi-tech Adlabs
Imagica opened in 2013. Modeled
on Universal Studios, it has more than
25 themed rides (including the country's
largest roller coaster and 4D stimulation
rides) and five themed restaurants. The
idea behind it is to enable escapism
through fantasy and the bringing alive of
stories. As part of the second and third
phases of development, Aqua Magica
Water Park opened in September 2014,
followed by the opening of the five-
star Novotel Imagica Khopoli hotel in
September 2015. A Snow Park was
launched in April 2016. This makes it a
very attractive vacation option for
families.
Location: Khopoli, halfway Between
Mumbai and Pune, just off the Mumbai-
Pune Expressway.
Adlabs
Imagica

39. Kingdom
of Dreams
-DELHI
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▪ Kingdom of Dreams, opened in 2010, is a huge live entertainment and
leisure destination that brings together the carnival that is India. It
encompasses both Indian culture and performing arts. The highlight is
Culture Gully, an elaborate arts, crafts, and culinary boulevard --
complete with street performers. It's like an air conditioned version
of Dilli Haat. Other features include a state-of-the-art auditorium
(Nautanki Mahal) for live productions, and a multi-faceted theater space
(Showshaa).

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Wonderla
Bangalore
▪ Wonderla is a world-clas
amusement park chain
that's expanding across
India. The park in
Bangalore is the best and
has over 50 rides. 12 ride
are water-based, 13 are
especially for small
children, and 10 are high
thrill

41. Wonderla
Kochi
(formerly
VeegaLand)
▪ Lush and tropical Wonderla Kochi is set into the side of a hill,
and is popular with families. It has around 40 rides and
attractions, classified into four types: Family, Water, Kiddies,
and Hair Raising. Wonder Splash, a boat journey into a cave
filled with mystery followed by a splash down into a crystal
clear pool, is popular. There's a 3D movie theater as well.
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42. Ramoji Film
City
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▪ Near Hyderabad, Ramoji Film City is a huge film studio complex where thousands of Indian
movies are filmed every year. If you've ever wanted to see how movie sets come to life, this is
the place. It also has live shows, an eco zone (including a bonsai park and butterfly park), bird
park, theme park with rides, adventure park, and entertainment park for the kids. Activities
include All Terrain Vehicles, bungee jumping, zorbing, and paintball. Special celebrations are
held during Dussehra and Diwali.

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