Hien Luong commune in Da Bac district is blessed with beautiful landscapes, thanks to its location besides a vast, picturesque reservoir with clear waters year-round. This natural advantage has allowed the local ethnic minorities to develop sustainable tourism, becoming a community tourism destination.
Tourists explore the culture of the Muong ethnic people during their visit to Ke village, Hien Luong commune, Da Bac district.
Since getting married, Dinh Quy Huu, owner of the Huu Thao
homestay in Ke village, has engaged in community tourism. Their homestay,
located by the Hien Luong bay and Ke stream, offers visitors a peaceful retreat
surrounded by nature. The homestay features a large shared room and three
private rooms, all designed in the traditional Muong ethnic’s architecture. The
minimalist yet clean decor ensures comfort while offering a truly local
experience.
After seven years of developing the tourism model in the
village, three families have joined, improving their facilities and service
quality. These homestays offer meals, accommodations, and various experiences
such as kayaking, swimming, campfires, and cultural performances. Local
cultural and tourism events held by the district have contributed to promoting
and growing the village’s community tourism.
Nguyen Huong Giang, a tourist from Hanoi, shared her
satisfaction with the experience, praising the stunning lake view, comfortable
accommodations, and delicious food, particularly the grilled fish. The water
sports activities provided quality family time, making the trip memorable.
Ke village, home to 115 Muong ethnic households, has seen
improvements in livelihoods since the development of the tourism model. The
local community actively preserves and promotes its cultural heritage, with
music groups and service providers contributing to local employment and income.
The tourism activities also help introduce and promote local specialties,
especially fish from the reservoir.
Across
the Hoa Binh lake area, community tourism is flourishing with activities like
village cultural exploration, kayaking, and swimming. The community tourism
model in Ke village, alongside other local destinations, offers visitors a
unique experience combining culture, nature, and adventure, making it a popular
stop for tourists exploring the Hoa Binh lake tourism area.
The northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh has been listed among the 71 most beautiful places to visit worldwide by the prestigious US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller.
Hoa Binh province’s rich natural and cultural resources position it as a prime location for developing community-based tourism (CBT). In recent years, support from central and provincial policies, as well as assistance from non-governmental organisations, have encouraged local ethnic minority and mountainous communities to actively engage in the sector.
Van Son Commune, Tan Lạc district, Hoa Binh province also known as "Cloud Valley," boasts a cool climate, stunning natural landscapes, and majestic scenery. Visitors who have been to this place should make a stop at Chien Hamlet to experience a lot of fascinating things and feel the friendly, warmth of the Muong ethnic people.
Thanks to the effective exploitation of natural landscape and the cultural diversity of ethnic minorities, Hoa Binh province has become an attractive destination for tourists seeking experiences and exploration.
The Department of Cultural Heritage has just coordinated with the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hoa Binh province to organize a training on implementing the model of the cultural heritage connected in the cultural tourism journey in Cao Phong and Lac Son districts.