The ancient Oke Idanre (Idanre Hills) is an outstanding heritage site in Ondo State and in Nigeria and it is a testimony
of a settlement that has endured many centuries. An avalanche of rich historical/archeological and anthropological
resources in the site not withstanding, the site has not been attracting upscale visitors who will stay longer and
impact positively on the economies of the community rather many passersby tourists. It is therefore imperative to
study the potentials of ancient Idanre Hills with a view to ascertain the genuineness and authenticity of the unique
history of the people, highlight historic/archaeological features, the notable festivals associated with the culture and
history of the people and how these can be developed to bring about sustainable socio-economic development to the
region. The data used for the study are both qualitative and quantitative in nature, including administration of
structured questionnaires to tourists, Focus Group Discussions, key informant interviews and observation techniques.
Secondary data were also collected in form of record of tourist influx to the site over the years.
PAPER TITLE :POTENTIALS OF CULTURAL HERITAGE TOURISM AS BASIS FOR SUSTAINABLE HERITAGE SITE DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERI
APPLIED TROPICAL AGRICULTURE | VOLUME 15 NUMBER 1 2010
Paper Details
- Author(s) : S. O. OLADEJI AND O. O. AKINRINOLA
- Abstract:
