(HBO) – Boasting stunning landscapes and unique culture, the northwestern province of Hoa Binh has been attractive to both domestic and foreign visitors.
Staff at Mai Chau
Hideaway welcomes foreign visitors.
A wide range of products have been developed in the province such as high-end
resort tourism, community-based tourism, eco-tourism and adventure tourism,
which bring unforgettable experiences to both domestic and foreign travellers.
Billed as "Ha Long Bay on the mountain” with many islands on the crystal clear
water, Hoa Binh Lake is currently an alluring destination for those who want to
discover the wild natural beauty. Taking a boat to the Temple of Thac Bo
Goddess, Le Loi Temple, Thac Bo Cave, Mieng Cave and floating park, visitors
should not miss nearby Coconut and Windmill islands as well as community-based
villages such as Bich Tru, Ke, Duc Phong and Ngoi to explore the local culture
and daily life.
Meanwhile, Kim Boi – the "golden cup” land, bestowed with hot mineral springs,
has become an idyllic weekend destination. Visitors will find it fascinating
when soaking in a hot mineral spring with a picturesque landscape or joining
quality entertainment activities. High-end resorts in the area are Serena
Resort Kim Boi in Sao Bay commune, and An Lac tourism site in Vinh Dong
commune.
Other attractive tourist sites in Kim Boi are Tu Son Waterfall, Tien Waterfall,
Au Co Lake, Bac-Long Cung waterfall.
Coming to Hoa Binh, Mai Chau valley is a must-see destination. Visitors flock
to the valley to experience cool weather and see white fragile peach blossoms and
plum flowers in winter, while they find the site attractive with exciting
activities in summer.
Along with favoured community-based tourism sites like Lac village in Chieng
Chau commune, Pom Coong in Mai Chau town, Mai Hich, and Hang Kia-Pa Co,
visitors might be interested in renowned resorts and hotels like Mai Chau
Ecolodge, Mai Chau Hideaway and Ba Khan tourism site.
Hoa Binh has seen a surge in the number of visitors to its tourist spots. The
province has welcomed more than 892,000 visitors, including 128,000 foreigners.
Revenue from tourism services reckoned at 684 billion VND (29.4 million USD),
accounting for 67.2 percent of the same time last year, and 27.3 percent of the
yearly plan./.
Nestled at the foot of a mountain with the serene Sia stream flowing by, Hich 2 village in Mai Hich commune, Mai Chau district, offers a tranquil retreat and an authentic cultural experience of the Thai ethnic community. Known for its unspoiled nature and preserved traditions, it has become a favourite destination for international tourists.
The People’s Committee of Tan Lac district recently hosted a cultural, sports and tourism festival of local highland communes and a ceremony to receive the Heritage Tree designation.
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.
The 2024 Tour Guide Competition was held in the framework of the Hoa Binh Provincial Culture and Tourism Week, bringing together 13 contestants from seven districts and cities to celebrate the vital role of tour guides as cultural ambassadors.
