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The difference between a tourist and attraction and icon |
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Reason why specific tourism attractions are regarded as icons. |
1)Unique architecture or construction features,e.g Taj 2)Unique and remarkable natural feature,the grand crayon 3)Religious significance mecca 4) A distinctive and impressive size or shape .(Mount Everest) 5.A sense of magic and mystery (Machu picchu 6.A symbol of extraordinary human achievement, the Great pyramid in Egypt 7.Attract a certain number of visitors |
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How is icon significant for the country economy |
Earn valuable foreign exhange from the visitors attracted to the site 2(create local jobs and business opportunities 3.have a multiplier effect 4.lead to improve infrastructure, that will benefit the entire country 5lead to increase regional development particularly in isolated countries |
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Type of tourist and why they travel |
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Why are the number of tourist visiting icons recorded |
1.marketing strategy 2.the time and level of maintenance and upkeep of the icon. 3.restriction to protect icons from possible damage. |
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Name the organization responsible for the icon |
UNESCO(UNITED National Educational and CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS |
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1)Name the icon 2)name ofcountry 3)name of continent 4)why is it considered as an Icon 5)Sydney |
1)Sydney opera house 2)Australia 3)Australia 4)It universally recognized as an architectural masterpiece of the 20 century because of it design and construction (Unesco world heritage site) |
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Where is Sydney opera house located and describe it |
1)It located on Sydney Harbour,close to the Sydney Harbour Bridge 2)it creative roof design of interlocking "shells"are shaped like sails of sailboat 3)one of the famous performing art centres in the world. 4)the building house five theatre ,a recording studio, Cafe ,restaurant ,bars and souvenir shop |
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The building 5 house threate has what |
Cafe ,restaurant ,bars and souvenir shop,a recording studio |
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What can people do do at Sydney opera house |
Sydney city day tour |
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Name the icon 2) the country 3)the continent 4)name the city 5) why is it an icon |
1)Ayers Rock national park 2)Australia 3)Australia 4) Northern Territory 5 It unique, massive round rock formation composed of red stone.It also known as an "island mountain "and two third of the rock is buried 5 km underground (Unesco world heritage site) |
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What is the people of Ayers Rock National Park |
Aborigines |
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Describe the Ayer Rocks |
Ayer rock lies in the Uluru-KATA Tjutu National Park in the Northern Territory in Australia 2) The park is named after Uluru ,a single rock dome and KATA Tjuta ,a range of rock domes 3) formed through erosion of 500 million years ,it is the most spectacular natural landmark in Australia 4)Ancestral people are the Aborgines and they consider it disrespect for any visitors to climb Uluru |
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What icon this? Name the city Name the country Name the continent Why is it an icon? |
1)The Statue of Christ the Reedemer 2) Rio de jenerio 3.Brazil 4)South America 5 with it stretch out arm it one of the most famous statue in the world. Known for it size ,dramatic location. Symbolize of Christianity and Peace(Unesco world heritage site) |
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The Statue of the Christ Reedemer is situated where |
On top of the Corcovado Mountain |
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Description of Christ Reedemer |
The statue is situated on top Corcovado mountain 2) a height of 700 m overlooks the city of Rio de Janeiro 3)It was use to accommodate the 100 anniversary Brazil independence from Portugal in 1922 4)offer spectacular view of the city,Sugar loaf mountain, Marcana soccer stadium and the family beaches of Ipanema |
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What icon is this Which city is it located in Which country Which continental Why is it in an icon When was it built |
1.Berlin Wall 2.Berlin 3.Germany 4.Europe 5.the Berlin wall was a concrete wall separating West Berlin from East Berlin. It symbolize the division between democracy and communism during the Cold War 6 1961 8 |
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Describe the Berlin Wall |
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What icon is this What country What city What continent Why is it an icon |
1 Black forest 2.Germany 3Baden -Wurttemburg 4.Europe 5. The black forest is known for it beautiful scenery consisting of Mount covered with pine fir ,trees ,valley, lakes,mineral springs and picturesque villages |
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What is description of black Forest |
The region is 200km long and 60 km wide and lies in the state of Baden -Württemburg in south-western Germany on the border with France and Switzerland. Famous for it handcraft cuckoo clocks ,Black Forest cake and cherry schnapps it is Germany 's most popular tourist region. Visitors can also enjoy activities such as hiking, walking mountain biking and skiing |
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What icon is this What country is it in What continent is it in Why is it an icon
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1Niagara Falls 2 Canada and USA 3 Niagara fall Ontario and Niagara falls NewYork (USA) 4. NORTH AMERÎKA 5. THE NIAGRA FALLS IS THE MOST FAMOUS WATERFALL IN THE WORLD. IT ONE OF THE BIGGEST MIRE POWERFUL RECIEVE MORE VISITORS THAN ANY OTHER WATERFALL |
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Name the 3 falls Niagra falls have |
Horshoe Falls on the Canadian side,the American falls and the smaller Bridal veil Falls on the USA side |
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Describe Niagara |
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What is this icon What is country Name of the city Why is it icon
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Colosseum Îtaly(Europe) Rome 4)The largest amphitheatre constructed during the Roman Emîrê and is regarded as the greatest example of Romam engineering and architecture .it is nearlg 2000 years old |
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Whatis the Coloseum originally known as |
Flavian Amphitheatre |
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Describe the Colosseum |
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What is this icon The country The city Why is it an icon |
1 Leaning tower of Piza 2.Italy 3.Pisa 4.Because of its beauty and the fact that it has tilted ,this freestanding bell tower or campanile , Is one of the most recognisable structures in the world |
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Describe the learning tower of Piza |
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What is this icon The country The city/town Why is it an icon |
1.The great wall of China 2China 3.Beijing 4.Dates back 2000 years and is the words longest human made defensive structure .It not only a symbol of China's history and culturebut it is a testament to ancient Chinese determination and engineering skills. |
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Why was the great wall of China built |
The great wall was built between the 5th century BC and the 16th century ADby several emperors to protect against China against invaders |
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Describe the great wall of China |
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Name of the icon City,town Name of country Why is it an icon |
Venice 2)Venice 3)Italy 4)built on 118 small islands linked by canals and bridges is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and famous for it architecture and art |
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Describe the icon |
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What is this icon Country City Why is it an icon |
Vatican City Italy Rome Is the world's smallest independent state ,the seat of the Roman Catholic church and is ruled by the head of the pope |
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Describe the Vatican city |
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What is Vatican city known as |
Vatican |
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The most famous landmark in Vatican are |
St Peter's Basilica St Peter Square The Vatican museum |
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Name the icon Country Town Why is it an icon |
The Great pyramids of Giza Egypt Giza Constructed 4500 years ago as a massive tomb for the Egyptian Pharoah. It symbolize Egypt's history and culture. They serve as the ancient Egyptian technical advancement. |
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Describe the great pyramid of Giza How many pyramid are there. Name 3 famous pyramid Who built it and why was it built |
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Name the icon City Country Why is it an icon |
The sphinx Giza The sphinx is huge statue of a creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human .it carved out a single block of limestone and it one of the biggest and most responsible statues in the world and a symbol of Egypt |
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Describe the sphinx |
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Factor contributing to the success of a tourist attraction /Icons do to make sure sucess |
1 Excellent marketing of tourism products locally and internationally 2. Sustainable and Responsible management plans 3 Effencieny and Ethical behavior of staff and management 4. POSITIVE VISITOR EXPERIENCE 5.SAFETY AND CRIME PREVENTION 6 General appearance and upkeep of the attraction 7. Considering the needs of people with disabilities 8 Universal Acces |
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Which group is responsible for marketing |
SATOURISM |
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Name 2 tradeshow |
Indaba Gateway |
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Safety in crime prevention |
Make use of signs Security camera Access control Fire hydran |
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General appearance and upkeep of attraction |
Facilities must be well maintained Attraction must be kept neat and tidy Maintenance of Facilities must be done regularly |
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Considering the need of disable people |
Ramp access around the attraction, bigger lwttee signage sign language, interepeter should be available, or braille user friendly information panels |
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