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Tourism & Hospitality – A Major Economic Contributor

Tourism is a significant revenue generator, with Karnataka ranking among India’s top 5 tourist destinations.

✅ Key Tourism Sectors
 Heritage Tourism – Hampi (UNESCO site), Mysore Palace, Badami Caves.
 Wildlife & Nature Tourism – Bandipur, Nagarhole, Coorg, Western Ghats.
 Beach & Coastal Tourism – Gokarna, Udupi, Karwar, Murudeshwar.
 Religious Tourism – Shravanabelagola, Kollur Mookambika, Udupi Krishna Temple.

✅ Economic Impact of Tourism

• Contributes nearly ₹80,000 crore annually to Karnataka’s GDP.
• Creates millions of jobs in hotels, transport, and handicrafts.
• The Karnataka government is investing in eco-tourism, adventure tourism & cultural festivals.