Prospect and Challenges for World Heritage Site of Tamilnadu (Study of Historical and Natural Resources of Mahabalipuram)

Tourism has a significant impact on a community’s social development. Developing a tourism destination not only attracts more visitors, but it also has a number of other benefits. Several issues and opportunities arise as a result of tourism development in locations. Developing a destination attracts more visitors. Since the number of tourists has increased, food and lodging for visitors must be provided. The lodge and hotels are open to the public for the purpose of generating revenue. Furthermore, transportation facilities for that location are improving, paving the path for it to become a great vacation spot. Once it is designated as a tourist destination, the government makes measures to make it environmentally friendly, and tourist numbers swiftly expand.This research paper focuses on the major tourist location Mahabalipuram also known as Mamallapuram, which is situated on the east coast in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, right near to the Bay of Bengal. During the Pallava dynasty in the 7th and 10th centuries It was a well-known sea port , and it also boasts various arts, buildings, rock cut caverns, and other attractions. According to the researcher, Mahabalipuram has had rapid social growth since the tourism and crafts industries provide a variety of job options for the locals. The number of hotels and beach resorts also increased transportation options and tourist rates. The researcher is conducting a qualitative analysis by conducting in-depth interviews with local residents and workers utilising questionnaires to learn more about the role of tourism on social development.