Análisis del potencial turístico de la iglesia central y la alfarería ancestral de la parroquia San Miguel de Porotos del cantón Azogues

Abstract

Analysis of potential tourism of the central church and the traditional pottery in San Miguel de Porotos parish comprises a field study to determine the current status of the site as to develop tourism activities. In this essay, we analyze the key features of the parish like the story of creation, economic activities, location factors, research of cultral attractions, determining the potential, and finally a proposal for a tourist route will take place. This will serve as a foundation for the development of tourism, generation of new jobs contributing to improving the quality of life of the people. Nowadays, tourism is not only an activity that generates economic profit but it supports the conservation and protection of natural and cultural resources of the site.