I am sure, many of you too have not heard or read about it either.
Over the past two decades, Ladakh has emerged as a popular tourist destination.
The tourist arrival numbers in Ladakh, both domestic and international, bear this out: as against just 16,449 tourists in 1994, it has increased to 2,35,482 in 2016.
Such establishments are possible only with 24X7 water.
Not just water And it is not just water.
So, how can we, the people from "down", be responsible tourist and not add to the woes of Ladakh.
But most important of all, by using the traditional Ladakhi dry toilet, you would not just save water, prevent further water pollution but also contribute to most important ingredient in Ladakhi farm practice – the dried human excreta being used as an organic manure.
Year 2017 is UN’s International Year of Sustainable Tourism The United Nations has already declared the year 2017 as International Year of Sustainable Tourism, terming it as a tribute to myriad entrepreneurs, companies, creative individuals involved in tourism that celebrate its "transformational power on global efforts to create a world that is cleaner and greener, more equal and more inclusive".
The International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development asks you to consider the impact of your travel on sustainable economies, societies, environments and cultures, along with peace.
With sustainable choices, you can help make our world cleaner and greener.