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Tourism: Causes, Types and Major Destinations

Tourism is a travel activity that lasts for a period of 24 hours or more, and it is mainly carried out during leisure time. The modern tourism industry grew largely after World War II, when it experienced a major expansion and became one of the most economically important activities in the world.

Causes of Tourism Growth

• High standard of living provides more free time and additional income, which allows many people to travel for leisure.
• In many countries, the standard working week became five days, with paid holidays.
• Better transport has made travel faster and cheaper, especially with larger vehicles and improved road networks.
• Simplified passport, border and customs procedures have facilitated travel

Agriculture and Livestock Farming

Agriculture is a set of techniques used to grow plants to obtain food, raw materials for energy, clothing, construction, etc.

Livestock farming is an art used to domesticate and raise animals for food and economic purposes.

The Green Revolution

The Green Revolution was based on the intensive use of agrochemicals and the genetic improvement of cultivated species, which led to a major increase in food production.

Factors Influencing Production

Production is influenced by:

• Physical factors: soil fertility, topography, water availability;
• Economic factors: technological development and capitalization;
• Social factors: land structure and labor laws;
• Environmental factors.

Types of Agriculture

Intensive Agriculture

Intensive agriculture