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This book documents research conducted on the analysis of Tourism Potential of Major Forts in Pune District, Maharashtra, India by using GIS technique. This book provides an inclusive discussion on Tourism and Geographic Information System. It compiles the views of numerous researchers which help in understanding tourism and geographic information system techniques can be used in mapping, monitoring, measuring, analyzing and simulating the growth of tourism. Researchers engaged in Tourism Geographic research will benefit greatly from this book, especially when using GIS technique. Students and researcher of tourism geography or history, archaeology, economist, regional planning may refer to this book for additional information. This book should also assist academicians when preparing lecture notes and delivering lectures. It will be useful for research scholars, teachers, scientist, students and engineers who are involved with the planning and management of Tourism.

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Shinde, Shivaji B.
Dr. Shivaji B. Shinde: M.A., Ph.D. in Geography, Associate Professor in Mamasaheb Mohol College, Pune - 38, Maharashtra. 50 Research papers published in Reputed Journal, 30 International and National Conference, Seminar attended and 40 Research papers presented in International and National Conference, Seminar.

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