Knowledge and perceptions of Tagaytay City [Cavite, Philippines] residents and tourists on the impact and importance of Taal Volcano Protected Landscape
2018
Dizon, V.D. Jr
The study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and perceptions of local residents and tourists on the impact and importance of Taal Volcano Protected Landscape (TVPL) in Tagaytay City, Cavite [Philippines]. A survey was conducted among selected residents of Tagaytay City. Key informant interviews were also done to support the survey findings and gain insights on the status of TVPL and Tagaytay City in terms of tourism, conservation, and protected area management. Results of the study showed that tourists, unlike local residents, have significantly higher knowledge and awareness levels, and have positive attitudes and perceptions regarding the importance of natural resources, conservation of TVPL, management of the protected area, and the coexistence of tourism and conservation of natural resources. Majority of the local residents have neutral to negative perceptions of TVPL and its impact and importance to Tagaytay City. The importance of knowledge and awareness on natural resources, biodiversity and the environment was advocated by all key informants, together with a positive outlook on tourism and conservation similar to the tourists. In order to guarantee sustainable use of natural resources and successful conservation of the protected area, knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes of the public must be examined and considered in the development of policies and protected area management
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