(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./.
A Phong Linh (Yellow Tabebuia) flower garden in Thang village, Thach Yen commune, Cao Phong district is currently in full bloom, drawing a large number of visitors.
Community-based tourism has been thriving in Pa Co commune, Mai Chau district thanks to advantages in natural landscape and cultural identity.
Doan Ket commune of Yen Thuy district has recently held a ceremony to receive a certificate recognising Ta communal house as a provincial-level historical and cultural relic site.
In Lac Thuy district, the fertile alluvial land along the Boi River is now home to lush green mulberry gardens, marking the emergence of a new agricultural industry - mulberry cultivation and silkworm farming.
Officially opening in February, Ngoi Hoa Ecotourism Site (PriorBay Resort) in Suoi Hoa commune, Tan Lac district, has quickly become a sought-after destination. It offers visitors a chance to indulge in distinctive and enticing experiences.
Gia Trang Heian Homestay, a unique cultural oasis in the heart of Hoa Binh city, has become a compelling attraction for tourists seeking ethnic cultural experiences within an urban setting. Bui Thi Hien, a local in Kim Boi district with aspiration for ethnic culture and community-based tourism development, created the homestay that seamlessly blends traditional and contemporary features.
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