(HBO) - Boasting diverse natural and cultural tourism resources, the three highland communes of Van Son, Quyet Chien, Ngo Luong in Tan Lac district are gradually exploiting their tourism potential and advantages. Recently, the province has issued a resolution and a plan on turning these localities into a provincial tourist area by 2030, with a vision to 2050.
A check-in point in terraced fields
of Lo village in Van Son commune.
Located at 800 - 1,000m above sea level and covered by the forest so the
weather in the above-mentioned communes is always cool in the summer. There are
many beautiful caves in the area, such as Nam Son Cave which is honoured as a
national relic. In addition, there are a number of places to visit and explore,
including Lung Van Peak, Lung Van terraced fields and Quyet Chien
chayotevalley.
The local community also preserves many cultural values associated with the
Muong ethnic identity. They have maintained their stilt houses, household
utensils, and traditional costumes. Many residential areas still preserve
traditional festivals, performances of Mo Muong
-apopularritual ceremony that has become theunique
cultural heritageof the Muong ethnic community in Thanh Hoa and many
otherprovinces in the northern mountainous region,folk songs and
games.
In addition to community-based tourism, the three communes also have the
potential to develop agricultural tourism with some typical agricultural
products namely Nam Son tangerines; off-season vegetables and fruits of Quyet
Chien commune and Shan Tuyet tea.
According to Dinh Son Tung, head of the district’s culture and information
division, despite being affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, its tourism
activities have achieved positive results. In 2019, it welcomed 10,000
tourists, including 3,000 visitors who stayed overnight, earning 2.5 billion
VND in revenue. Incomes from community-based tourism services has contributed
to improving people's living standards.
In order to develop tourism in a sustainable way and attract tourists, the
district will exploit the existing tourism potential while focusing on
preserving and promoting special cultural values as well as building unique and
attractive products. Priority will be given to the development of resorts,
ecological sites and community-based tourism.
It willfocus on mobilising resources and using investment from the State
and from organisations, businesses and individuals to develop tourism,
especially pouring capital into transport infrastructure at destinations and
inter-regional traffic connections.
The development of telecommunications technical infrastructure will be
promoted.
All economic sectors will be encouraged to invest in accommodation facilities,
restaurants, hotels, and recreation facilities.
Attention will be paid to afforestation, forest protection and building
attractive landscapes along roads and tourist attractions./.
Boasting favourable transport system, stunning landscapes, and an array of wellness resorts, Hoa Binh has been an ideal antidote for relieving stress.
April 30th and May 1st with 5 days off is the ideal time for families to choose the relaxing destinations and find a peaceful place. Thanks to the advantage of convenient transportation, mountainous terrain with wild beauty, cool climate, the resorts and health care areas in Hoa Binh province attract tourists on this occasion.
Currently, the tourism products of Yen Thuy district are mainly the festival and spiritual tourism. In addition to ensuring a civilized lifestyle in the religious activities, the party committees and the local authorities at all levels always focus on preserving the value of historical, cultural relics and festivals associated with exploiting tourism strengths.
The picturesque scenery of Hoa Binh Lake has endowed its tourism site with a unique allure. In recent years, localities have been harnessing the potential of the lake area and domestic and international tourists have chosen the site for sightseeing and leisure journeys.
The Hoa Binh Lake tourism area is expected to become a national tourism site by 2030, focusing on developing synchronous and modern technical facilities, and high-quality and branded tourism products imbued with national cultural identities. The tourist site also aims to become the largest tourist centre in the province, and one of 12 key tourist areas in the Northern midland and mountainous region
On April 5th, in Hoa Binh city, the Tourism Association of Hoa Binh province and Tourism Association of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province jointly organized a conference to promote cooperation and tourism development. There was the attendance of Mr. Nguyen Van Toan, the Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee.
