Volume 2 - Issue 2, March - April 2026

Postcolonial literature in India has played a vital role in interrogating colonial histories and re-imagining cultural identity in the aftermath of imperial rule. At the same time, heritage tourism has become a significant cultural and economic practice through which the past is curated, interpreted, and consumed. This article examines the relationship between postcolonial Indian literature and heritage tourism, arguing that literary narratives function as alternative archives that challenge colonial and nationalist representations of heritage. Through thematic analysis of postcolonial texts and heritage practices, the study demonstrates how literature reshapes tourist imaginaries, foregrounds marginalized histories, and contests the commodification of culture. The article further explores how literary engagement can contribute to the decolonization of heritage tourism by promoting ethical remembrance, inclusivity, and critical interpretation. By bridging literary studies and tourism scholarship, this research highlights the importance of narrative in shaping cultural heritage in postcolonial India.

Arpan Tah, Mampi Das, "Postcolonial Literature and Heritage Tourism in India: Rewriting Space, Memory, and Cultural Meaning" International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Educational Development, V2(2): Page(15-18) Mar-Apr 2026. ISSN: 3107-6513. www.ijamred.com. Published by Scientific and Academic Research Publishing.