Elements of a tourist attraction in the republic of Senegal : study from the perspective of the Islamic economic model

Abstract EN

Tourism is a modern cultural phenomenon that has expanded with the progress of societies.

it has at his disposal technical, scientific basis, but also its cultural natural, religious components, as well as human resources particularly dedicated.

all countries compete to value it to increase its growth.

thus, this current research aims to review Senegalese tourism as a major economic source, that contributes to the country economic construction and participates in the creation of employment opportunities and the decrease of the poverty rate.

for this purpose, we undertake research on Senegalese tourism from the Islamic economic model perspective, indicating the different types of tourism that can be performed as well as the main rules that are inherent in it.

then, shall we mention the assets of the elements of a tourist attraction in Senegal and the main underlying factors.

the methodology used is the so called descriptive and inductive approach.

the research finds that the republic of Senegal benefits from a vital, strategic geographic position that allows it to promote the different types of tourism.

Senegal is home of many well-appointed touristic sites that promote certain modern touristic lifestyle.

the researcher recommended Senegalese citizens, to pay attention to the factors that contribute to the success of tourism in Senegal and to promote them permanently as well as the need to promote moral values from Islamic teachings, such as hospitality, trust, sincerity, and honesty.