O TURISMO EM ÁREAS RURAIS MINEIRAS: UMA ALTERNATIVA SOCIOECONÔMICA

This study examines the probable contributions of tourism in rural areas for the social and economical development of Minas Gerais State. It fits within the scope of research aiming to identify the mechanisms and strategies which allow rural families to increase their income and utilize their work force with non-agricultural rural activity. In this study it was conclude that the potentialities of tourism in rural areas are relevant in the State, due to natural, cultural and historical attractions, which makes the state one that keeps the larger number of investments directed to the touristic activities on rural area