(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./.
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.
