🌍 GeoVerse by Dr. Telore

Evolution of Geographical Thought    This book provides a comprehensive and lucid overview of the  evolution of geographical thought  from ancient to modern times. Written in a bilingual format (Marathi–English), it is designed specifically for undergraduate and postgraduate students of Geography under Indian universities. The content is organised into  four modules : • Ancient Period of Geography  – Contributions of Greek, Roman, Arab, and Indian scholars. • Schools of Geography  – Detailed study of Determinism, Possibilism, and the Human–Environment relationship. • Dualism and Dichotomy in Geography  – Conceptual clarity on physical vs human, general vs regional, and theoretical vs applied geography. • Modern and Recent Trends  – Discussion on Quantitative Revolution, Environmentalism, GIS, Remote Sensing, and Applied Geography. Each module includes  major questions, short notes, and multiple-choice questions (MCQs)  to help stude...

Post-COVID Tourism Recovery in Sri Lanka  Post-COVID Tourism Recovery in Sri Lanka This presentation examines the revival of Sri Lanka’s tourism sector in the post-COVID period, focusing on how the country has successfully navigated an unprecedented global disruption through resilience, informed planning, and a commitment to sustainable development. Drawing on first-hand academic field experience from a visit to Sri Lanka in February 2023, along with secondary sources and policy documents, the presentation analyses the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism, traces the stages of recovery, and highlights significant achievements recorded between 2023 and 2025, including the resurgence of tourist arrivals and improved tourism earnings. The presentation discusses: The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tourism and the wider economy of Sri Lanka Patterns of recovery, key achievements, and future growth prospects Important tourist destinations such as Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Colo...