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.
As the new year begins and festive spirit fills the air, visitors flock to Hoa Binh lake, often dubbed the "Ha Long Bay on land," to enjoy its breathtaking beauty and serene atmosphere. In spring, the lake comes alive with lush greenery and delicate blossoms, while boats carrying eager tourists glide across its tranquil waters.
With effective business operations, significant increases in the number of visitors at weekends and on public holidays, and being listed among the 71 most beautiful places to visit worldwide by the prestigious US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller, Hoa Binh’s tourism is "spreading its wings" on its journey towards the targets of welcoming 4.9 million visitors, including 1 million foreigners, and achieving total tourism revenue of 5.4 trillion VND (211.89 million USD) in 2025.
On February 21, the Provincial People's Committee held a conference to implement the tourism plan in 2025 and meet with tourism businesses operating in the province. The event was chaired by Mr. Nguyen Van Toan, the Standing Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee and the Head of the Provincial Tourism Steering Committee.
Tien Pagoda is located in the valley of Lao Noi and Lao Ngoai villages, Phu Nghia commune, Lac Thuy district; it is surrounded by two mountain ranges stretching like two giant dragons reaching for the blue sky. Every year, when spring comes, thousands of Buddhists and tourists from all over the country make a pilgrimage to Tien Pagoda. The relic complex of Tien Pagoda is ranked as a national relic by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism with 21 relic sites of many types: historical and cultural relics, scenic relics, and archaeological relics.
Cao Phong has paid due attention to developing tourism, creating impetus for socio-economic development towards completing the targets set in the resolution of the district’s 28th Party Congress for the 2020-2025 tenure.
A great number of visitors have flocked to tourist attractions in Hoa Binh province in the first lunar month every year to admire the beautiful scenery, fully enjoy the spring atmosphere, and immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere in many localities.
