Análisis del impacto del turismo en la parroquia Baños del cantón Cuenca

Abstract

Abstract The present research work will analyze different impacts generated by tourism development in Baños. Baños is located on the south west of Cuenca city. It is surrounded by wonderful natural landscapes along with excellent weather. Baños has a fertile ground and hot springs that turn Baños into a main tourism attraction. Baños has different types of accommodation, which has increased the number of foreign and national visitors each year. The main objective of this research is to evaluate the impact of tourism development that allows identifying the economic, social and environmental problems using techniques such as surveys and interviews applied to the population. In addition, field trips take into account the influence of tourism on the life quality of inhabitants. Through this research we will determine both positive and negative impacts that tourism generates so that the local governments make correct decisions in benefit of tourism development of Baños.