A Buddhist Creative Tourism Development in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

Abstract

The purposes of this research were 1) to study the components of Buddhist creative tourism, 2) to explore Buddhist creative tourism destinations in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, and 3) to develop a map of Buddhist creative tourism in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. This is qualitative research by studying the document and survey studies, presenting the descriptive research results. The study found that:

1. The components of Buddhist creative tourism. A Buddhist creative tourism is a form of tourism that combines creativity with Buddhist tourism, which has the important components consisting of 1) creative space, 2) creative work, 3) creative relationships, 4) creative activities, 5) creative products, 6) creative networks.
2. 2. To explore Buddhist creative tourism destinations in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. Creative Buddhist tourist attractions in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province comprise of: 1) Wat Phra Mahathat Woramahawihan, Mueang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, 2) Wat Chedi (Ai Khai), Sichon District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, 3) Wat That Noi, Chang Klang District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province.
3. 3. to develop a map of Buddhist creative tourism in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province. It was found that Journeying to the creative Buddhist tourist attractions in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, tourists can conveniently access all three destinations. They have the flexibility to choose their preferred mode of transportation, whether it's by private car, tour bus, train, or plane. Tourists can select the most suitable option based on their preferences and needs.