DOI: 10.36347/sjahss.2017.v05i10.020

Pages: 1448-1454

Museum and temple reflects the cultural heritage of the past. As such, they are attraction to Art lovers, Archaeologist, Historians and commoners. Their crucial role in the potentials of tourist spots in coimbatore is a point of study. This paper attempts at projecting the role of temples and museum in the importance of tourist spot in Coimbatore district. The tourism sector has the potential to encourage other economic aspects through forward and backward integration with several allied sectors like hospitality, aviation, railways, banking, manufacturing, health and education, among others. The expenditure of tourists generates more employment and causes a multiplier effect on the economy. Hence, the growth and enhancement of the tourism sector will in turn help the country to alleviate poverty and work toward economic development. Coimbatore being the part of ancient Kongu region, it provides scope for the Archaeological Museums and historical temples.