ATITHYA: A Journal of Hospitality

2025 | Volume 11 | Issue Issue 2

A Study of Dark Tourism in Pune City: Statistical Analysis and Visitor Perceptions

1. Chhavi Sahai – Aissms College Of Hotel Management And Catering Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

2. Hemraj N. Patil – Aissms College Of Hotel Management And Catering Technology, Pune, Maharashtra, India.

Received
08-Jan-2026 		Accepted
- 		Published
08-Jan-2026
Abstract
This research investigates the emergence and perception of dark tourism in Pune city. Pune, known for its cultural and historical significance, also hosts sites tied to colonial violence, imprisonment, and natural calamities. The study identifies awareness levels, motivations, and attitudes of tourists visiting these sites. Primary data was collected through surveys of 150 respondents at various sites, including the Aga Khan Palace, Shaniwar Wada and Kirkee War Cemetery. Statistical tools such as Chi-square tests, were applied. Results show that educational interest and historical curiosity are major drivers. Recommendations are provided for ethical promotion and sustainable management of dark tourism in Pune.
Keywords Dark Tourism, Visitor
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