The Concept of Cultural Tourism and its Significance in Developing Economies

Abstract

The paper examines the concept of cultural tourism in developing economies with particular reference to African countries in West Africa and East Africa regions of the continent. This paper discusses at length the influence of cultural tourism as a tool for developing Africa countries. For example, in West Africa, the paper discusses three countries, namely; Bukina Faso, Ghana and Mali and show clearly the various cultural sites, traditional craftwork and architectural buildings and escarpments that will promote cultural tourism in the region. In East Africa, the paper focus mainly on Kenya and shows how cultural heritage acts as a magnetic force in attracting tourist for the past years. Finally, the paper identified possible obstacles hindering the development of cultural tourism in the above regions and in the same vein offered possible solutions to the identified obstacles.