Cave Tourism: The Potential of Asar Cave as a Natural Tourism Asset at Lenggong Valley, Perak


World Heritage Site: Archaeological Heritage of the Lenggong Valley

Publication Year: 2014

Publication Type: Conference paper

Publication Identifier: WHE3B3FB14DB3

Summary

Asar Cave in the Lenggong Valley holds significant potential as a natural tourism asset, offering economic benefits and environmental conservation opportunities for local communities. A SWOT analysis reveals strong potential for cave-based tourism to drive economic growth while supporting government initiatives in National Key Result Areas. This approach not only boosts livelihoods through tourism but also fosters environmental education, particularly regarding caves. The study highlights the strategic value of marketing natural resources like Asar Cave, demonstrating how sustainable tourism can enhance both local economies and global heritage conservation efforts.

Citation

Rindam, M. (2014). Cave Tourism: The Potential of Asar Cave as a Natural Tourism Asset at Lenggong Valley, Perak. SHS Web of Conferences, 12, 1014. https://doi.org/10.1051/shsconf/20141201014

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