DARK TOURISM: THE ATTRACTIVE DARK SIDE OF TOURISM

Abstract

Dark tourism, also called thana tourism or black tourism, is a new trend in the tourism business that has caused a lot of controversy. It includes going to places where death, tragedy, suffering, or other bad things happened in the past. Even though dark tourism is controversial, it has gained a lot of attention from travelers who want to learn more about history, human nature, and how past events have changed societies. This research article explores the roots and motivations of dark tourism, its ethical implications, and the potential benefits it offers to communities and visitors alike.

Keywords: Dark tourism, Thanatourism, Tragedy tourism, Morbid tourism, Historical sites, Motivations of tourists, Ethical considerations, Socioeconomic impact, Cultural heritage, Education and history, Responsible tourism, Tourism development