August 06, 2008 16:08 PM
12 Mln Tourists Expected To Visit Pahang This Year
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 6 (Bernama) -- The Pahang Tourism Action Council expects 12 million tourists this year, resulting in about RM6 billion of tourism related revenue for the state.
The council's general manager Idros Yahya said the state recorded the highest number of foreign visitors last year with 10.3 million tourists, generating a total revenue of RM4.5 billion.
He said in a statement Wednesday that to attract tourists, various hallmark events will be held this year, including eco-tourism activities at Tasik Bera and Tasik Chini.
This year's programme promoting environmental education and conservation will be held from Aug 8 to 10, he added.
The activities planned include kayak expedition, telematches, traditional food cooking session, fishing, and dance performances.
-- BERNAMA
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