Tourism in Northeastern Argentina

Mass tourism at Iguazu National Park, attracting over one million visitors annually, has significantly impacted both the Mbya Guaraní indigenous population and the surrounding environment. The edited collection 'Tourism in Northeastern Argentina' reveals that while ecotourism is often promoted for its environmental benefits, it can lead to the loss of traditional lands for indigenous groups like the Mbya, who have been forced to adapt their culture to accommodate tourism. The study also highlights the challenges faced by nearby towns, such as Colonia Carlos Pelligrini, in balancing economic development with environmental protection, particularly in preserving pristine wetlands. This research underscores the complex intersection of human and indigenous rights with environmental conservation in the context of rapidly growing tourism.

Seymoure, P., & Roberg, J. L. (Eds.). (2011). Tourism in Northeastern Argentina. The Rowman & Littlefield Publishing Group, Inc. https://doi.org/10.5040/9798216495499