Espaço, economia e as perspectivas do turismo em Barra do Garças - MT

Abstract

This research aims to analyze the Space, Economy, and Perspectives of Tourism in Barra do Garças - MT, highlighting the importance of tourism for the economy and social actors. In this sense, the purpose of this research is to understand how tourism works in Barra do Garças - MT, analyzing its effects on the dynamics of the city/municipality's space. Its starting point is the central question: What are the reasons for local residents' lack of interest in visiting their city's tourist attractions? The hypothesis suggests that the residents of Barra do Garças do not enjoy its natural and cultural tourist attractions in the same way as tourists, as it is assumed that this is due to a number of factors, including: Lack of transportation, money, time, willingness and lack of interest. The methodology used is qualitative, in which a data survey was carried out in September, through interviews with local residents, tourists and the secretary of tourism of Barra do Garças, considering their perceptions of the natural and cultural tourist attractions of Barra do Garças. Based on the information obtained, a reflection was made on what impacts tourism has on the economy and the social actors of Barra do Garças.