Geography HL
13
Chapters
193
Notes
Option A - Freshwater – Drainage basins
Option B - Oceans & Coastal Margins
Option C - Extreme Environments
Option D - Geophysical Hazards
Option E - Leisure, Tourism & Sport
Option F - The Geography Of Food & Health
Option G - Urban Environments
Unit 1 - Changing Population
UNIT 2 - Global Climate - Vulnerability & Resilience
Unit 3 - Global Resource Consumption & Security
Unit 4 - Power, Places & Networks
Unit 5 - Human Development & Diversity
Unit 6 - Global Risks & Resilience
Geography HL
Option C - Extreme Environments
Unlocking Business Potential Understanding Efficiency Ratios
658 words
4 mins read
Last edited on 16th Oct 2024
Table of content
Introduction to mountain tourism
- Mountain zones are popular tourist destinations due to their clean air, breathtaking scenery, rare species, cultural interest, and "heroic" adventurous potential.
- Activities: Traditional attractions include trekking and skiing. Other activities include mountain biking, snowboarding, paragliding, and white-water rafting. The cultural and archaeological significance of these regions also attracts tourists.
- Example: Paragliding over the Swiss Alps provides a unique perspective on their natural beauty.
- Tourism's role in Economic Development: Tourism aids in economic growth and reduces regional and social disparities in some of the world’s poorest countries through the multiplier and trickle-down effects.
Sustainability challenges of mountain tourism
- Fragility of Mountain Environments: Mountains are susceptible to human impact due to their steep slopes, thin erodible soil, and slow regenerating vegetation. This fragility calls for careful management to sustain tourism.
- The Himalayan Case: Tourism in landlocked, mountainous countries like Nepal has grown since the 1970s, leading to both benefits and contentious environmental and social issues.
- Example: The Himalayan trekking paths, initially used by only a few adventurers, are now crowded with tourists, putting a strain on the natural environment.
Environmental degradation - mount everest
- Overpopulation: The Khumbu region of Nepal can hold about 40,000 people. However, during peak tourist season, it hosts up to 700,000 tourists.
- Resource Consumption and Waste Generation: Tourism demands increase pressure on local resources such as electricity and water, leading to more waste generation. The lack of proper waste management has led to an accumulation of various kinds of waste on Mount Everest.
- Climate Change: While tourism is a major cause of environmental problems, global warming is projected to have even more severe effects.
The sherpa dilemma
- Economic Dependence: Closing down Mount Everest isn't a solution for the local Sherpa population. For a Sherpa, reaching the Everest summit can generate about $1,600, five times the per capita GNI.
- Tourism Revenue: The Nepalese government generates significant revenue from Everest tourism. To climb Everest, each team of seven climbers must pay a royalty of £50,000 to the Nepalese government.
- Example: Sherpas rely on tourism to earn their livelihood. Closure of Everest tourism could lead to financial hardship for the Sherpa community.
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Geography HL
Option C - Extreme Environments
Unlocking Business Potential Understanding Efficiency Ratios
658 words
4 mins read
Last edited on 16th Oct 2024
Table of content
Introduction to mountain tourism
- Mountain zones are popular tourist destinations due to their clean air, breathtaking scenery, rare species, cultural interest, and "heroic" adventurous potential.
- Activities: Traditional attractions include trekking and skiing. Other activities include mountain biking, snowboarding, paragliding, and white-water rafting. The cultural and archaeological significance of these regions also attracts tourists.
- Example: Paragliding over the Swiss Alps provides a unique perspective on their natural beauty.
- Tourism's role in Economic Development: Tourism aids in economic growth and reduces regional and social disparities in some of the world’s poorest countries through the multiplier and trickle-down effects.
Sustainability challenges of mountain tourism
- Fragility of Mountain Environments: Mountains are susceptible to human impact due to their steep slopes, thin erodible soil, and slow regenerating vegetation. This fragility calls for careful management to sustain tourism.
- The Himalayan Case: Tourism in landlocked, mountainous countries like Nepal has grown since the 1970s, leading to both benefits and contentious environmental and social issues.
- Example: The Himalayan trekking paths, initially used by only a few adventurers, are now crowded with tourists, putting a strain on the natural environment.
Environmental degradation - mount everest
- Overpopulation: The Khumbu region of Nepal can hold about 40,000 people. However, during peak tourist season, it hosts up to 700,000 tourists.
- Resource Consumption and Waste Generation: Tourism demands increase pressure on local resources such as electricity and water, leading to more waste generation. The lack of proper waste management has led to an accumulation of various kinds of waste on Mount Everest.
- Climate Change: While tourism is a major cause of environmental problems, global warming is projected to have even more severe effects.
The sherpa dilemma
- Economic Dependence: Closing down Mount Everest isn't a solution for the local Sherpa population. For a Sherpa, reaching the Everest summit can generate about $1,600, five times the per capita GNI.
- Tourism Revenue: The Nepalese government generates significant revenue from Everest tourism. To climb Everest, each team of seven climbers must pay a royalty of £50,000 to the Nepalese government.
- Example: Sherpas rely on tourism to earn their livelihood. Closure of Everest tourism could lead to financial hardship for the Sherpa community.
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