Agritourism and the Five Classifications of Tamil Land

Dr. Sarath S latest article, published in Hindu Tamil Thisai on January 14, 2026 titled “ஐவகை நிலங்களும் வேளாண் சுற்றுலாவும்” (Agritourism and the Five Classifications of Tamil Land), explores how the five traditional land classifications—Kurinji (mountains), Mullai (forests/pastoral), Marutham (agricultural plains), Neithal (coastal), and Palai (arid land)—can be reimagined through agritourism. The article positions agritourism not merely as an additional income source, but as a pathway for rural diversification, experiential learning, and sustainable livelihoods. It highlights how integrating agriculture with tourism, culture, and local entrepreneurship can help these landscapes regain economic and social relevance, while also calling for engagement with policymakers, practitioners, and researchers to responsibly scale agritourism in Tamil Nadu and beyond.