(HBO) – Bestowed with stunning landscapes coupled with perfect weather all year round, Buoc village in Mai Chau district’s Xam Khoe commune is an ideal destination for nature lovers.
Visitors study traditional brocade weaving of the Thai ethnics in Buoc village,
Xam Khoe commune in Mai Chau district
Buoc village is located 25 kilometre from the centre of Mai Chau district, is
home to more than 130 families belonging to the Thai ethnic minority group.
Coming to the village, visitors will be impressed by its tranquil sceneries
with lush carpet of palm trees, fresh Xia stream, beautiful terraced rice
fields, as well as specialties of the Thai and Muong ethnics.
Besides, the locality’s standout culture is what makes visitors keen to come
back.
According to Chairman of the communal People’s Committee Pham Van Phong, the
commune has carried out the project "The Thai people develop tourism” for
years, and it helps the locality to tape its tourism and culture potentials.
A dancing and singing organisation was set up with 12 artists who are able to
deliver xoe dance and sing Thai songs, he added.
Currently, there are 20 homestays in Buoc Village, which is quite close to such
popular destinations as Bao La, Cun Pheo, Hang Kia and Pa Co. However, Buoc
village is a more favourable place since visitors have an opportunity to find
out local rice cultivation practice.
Nguyen Dieu Linh, a student from Hanoi, said that although she visited Mai Chau
district a couple of times, she wanted to come back Buoc village to enjoy fresh
air and local culture, as well as indulge herself in the simple life here.
Linh said she felt more energised when spending her time there.
Head of Buoc village Luong Van Tran said that the Thai group’ tradition has
been promoted during the Lunar New Year, including cake making and cultural
performances./.
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.
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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.
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