Religious Tourism: A key sector for Pakistan’s Socio-Economic Growth

Abstract

Religious tourism, a form of travel with a deeply religious spirit, is an olden drill and has been in practice from the beginning of civilization. For eons, pilgrims have traveled to the revered and holy places to honor them and their guardians throughout
the world. Pakistan is abounding with numerous religious sites, which can be promoted to create Pakistan’s positive image and perception worldwide. Apart from image restoration, religious tourism can contribute enormously in amplifying Pakistan's economy by projecting the Muslims, Hindus, Buddhists, and Sikhs sites existing in the country. In this paper, the authors affirm the significance of a long time neglected religious places of Muslims as well as non-Muslims while giving a special value to religious tourism as an economic booster for Pakistan.