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World Tourism Day: All about World Tourism Day; history, origins, theme and host country of 2024

Every year on September 27, since 1980, we celebrate World Tourism Day. On this beautiful day, the world celebrates the role of tourism in connecting different people, boosting economies, and promoting cultural exchange. So let’s have a closer look at why is this day celebrated and what’s the theme and which country is hosting the World Tourism Day this year.
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History and origins of World Tourism Day
For those who don’t know, World Tourism Day has been celebrated since 1980. The day marks the adoption of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Statutes in 1970. This important day laid the foundation for global tourism with an aim of connecting people and promoting cultural exchange.
Tradition of host country
The UNWTO in 1997 started the tradition of selecting a host country every year to highlight the significance of tourism on an international level. Celebrated every year, this day is used to raise awareness of tourism’s impact on social, cultural, political, and economic values across the globe, while promoting sustainable travel practices.
Georgia: World Tourism Day 2024’s host country
This year, Georgia will be hosting the World Tourism Day. Set at the intersection of Eastern Europe and Western Asia, Georgia is one of the lesser-explored nations in the world. It also plays a cultural and geographical bridge between continents. Georgia has a rich history spanning thousands of years. The country is a perfect example of ‘where ancient traditions meet modern world’. The country’s heritage and unique position as a crossroads for empires, religions, and cultures make it a fitting host for this global celebration.
“Tourism and Peace”, theme for 2024
This year’s theme for World Tourism Day 2024 is “Tourism and Peace.” This theme also highlights the role of tourism in bridging cultural divides, encouraging economic development, and promoting mutual understanding among nations. By experiencing new cultures and perspectives, travelers develop greater respect for diversity, which in turn fosters peace.
Tourism also breaks down barriers by empowering local communities, creating jobs, and promoting sustainable practices. Through these efforts, tourism lays the foundation for long-term peace, prosperity, and unity across the globe.
This year’s celebration encourages us to recognise the potential of tourism to connect the world and contribute to a more peaceful, unified planet.
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10 coastal areas in India where dolphins are commonly seen

Dolphin sightings in India
India’s extensive coastline is a haven for marine life, including various dolphin species like Indo-Pacific humpback, bottlenose, spinner, and Irrawaddy dolphins. These areas offer opportunities for boat safaris, cruises, and eco-tours to spot dolphins in their natural habitat
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Five Unseen Facets Of Vantara That Might Surprise You

Vantara, the most stunning animal sanctuary, harbours very significant qualities that are missed in a lot of the mainstream description. It doesn’t just save, it heals, it doesn’t only use science, it uses patience. Besides planting trees, doing unnoticed research, releasing rare animals, and even the wonders of the elephant hospital, Vantara’s story is further enriched by cross-border rescue. For those who are already familiar with Vantara, these five facts of its ecological ambition, innovation, and hope for the wild, might be quite surprising.
Non-Public Access Status
Vantara has currently been closed for the general public although open as a sanctuary and rescue centre conceptually. It’s more of a private rehab facility without regular visitor programmes with limited or no accessibility. Hence, the species recovery is free of the risk of them being disturbed or stressed by human crowds.
Global Sourcing Of Animals
Most of the animal acquisitions in Vantara are internationally sourced including rescued animals from abroad. This global sourcing allows for the infusion of genetic diversity and the sharing of conservation knowledge between countries, which in turn benefits the local species.
Advanced Veterinary And Speciality Care
The facility is the home of the most complete medical infrastructure, such as MRI, CT scans, hydrotherapy pools, hyperbaric oxygen chambers and a specially designed elephant hospital, which are usually very sparse in the rescue centres in India. Thus with the help of these resources, the animals that are badly injured and old get treatments that they had earlier been deprived of locally, thus their quality of life is improved.
Conservation Breeding And Species Revival
Vantara is actively working on the breeding programme to save the certain animals from the risk of extinction – cheetah, slender loris, vultures and Great Indian Bustard. It mainly focuses on the restoration of their natural habitat, scientific studies and reintroduction through partnering with the government and other international organisations.
Recognition And Awards For Welfare
Vantara has been the winner of the prestigious Prani Mitra National Award in the corporate category by the Animal Welfare Board of India which is a great occasion and a very high recognition of the efforts made by the organisation in the animal protection and conservation sector. This kind of endorsement helps in garnering prestige, expert collaborators and high standards for animal care all over India.
Harmony Between Nature And Human
Vantara is not simply one of the rescue centers for wild animals but a reminder to us all of the possibilities that exist within nature, the reparation of lost habitats and the transformation of compassion into action. Their activities in restoring the macaw Spix to its natural home, lovingly caring for hundreds of elephants and helping the return of healthy ecosystems are proof that human hands can be the healers of nature’s wounds. From every seedling that is planted, to every creature nurtured and every species brought back to life, Vantara is not just saving the beautiful world but flourishing it as well.
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