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Promote the preservation and enhancement of the tangible and intangible heritage of the Inle Lake area, as a driver of local economic development, with a bottom-up approach based on the participation of local communities and the private sector.

Stimulate interest in the responsible tourism sector and raise awareness of the benefits at the level
economic, socio-cultural and environmental.

Furthermore, stimulate the interest of the Italian public in Myanmar and the opportunities to practice responsible tourism in the country, particularly in the Inle Lake area.
 

• Mapping of community realities and tourism potential carried out on the basis of the pre-identification of 3 intervention areas, in synergy with the Ministry of Tourism.
• Elaboration of an "Interpretation Plan" of the tangible and intangible heritage of the area, aimed at encouraging their valorization and guiding tourist exploration.
• Development of the skills of local communities and civil society organizations active in the tourism sector through raising the awareness of 900 people and creating 6 training modules.
• Design and development of community tourism products such as reception and catering facilities, local craft products, workshops and tourist experiences capable of generating income for the communities.
• Creation of bio-architecture structures for community tourism products.
• Training and technical support for the ecological conversion of agricultural production through the dissemination of good practices characterized by a limited use of chemical products and better management of the production process.
• Creation of an environmental and social sustainability brand.
• Development of an interactive application for the promotion of tourist activities and for the knowledge of local heritage.
• Training and technical assistance to private operators on green practices.
• Creation of a quality protocol for private tour operators and definition of commercial agreements.
• Technical and training support to the Management Committee of the Inle Lake tourist destination.
• Creation of Community Tourism Committees based on the dynamics already existing in the villages.
• Development of guidelines for the strengthening of local policies.
• Organization of international meetings and exchange missions between Italian and Burmese entities and organization of 2 seminars.
   

1. Develop income-generating activities in the local communities of the area, which combine economic development with the sustainable use of natural and cultural heritage.
2. The offer of services provided by private operators has been improved with a view to environmental sustainability and responsible tourism.
3. Increased cooperation between key actors (public and private bodies, civil society) for the implementation of local policies for the participatory and sustainable management of natural and cultural resources.