Cao Phong District Promotes Tourism Development

2/19/2025 - 11:05:29 AM

In recent times, Cao Phong District, Hoa Binh Province has focused on promoting tourism development, attracting visitors, and contributing to socio-economic growth.

Mung Hamlet, Hop Phong Commune (Cao Phong) has become a popular tourist destination during the early days of Spring 2025.

During the beginning of the At Ty Lunar New Year, a large number of tourists from within and outside the province chose Cao Phong District as a destination for their spring journeys. On Hoa Binh Lake, boats were bustling, transporting tourists from various ports to Chua Thac Bo Temple and other scenic spots in the area.

The Vietnam Scientists Heritage Park in Bac Phong Commune has attracted many visitors from other provinces. According to statistics, since the beginning of the year, this site has welcomed more than 10,000 tourists. To boost tourism, the park has implemented a 5% discount on entrance tickets.

At Bong Lai Temple in Cao Phong Town, thousands of visitors from within and outside the province came for spiritual tourism in the early days of the year. This year, the temple has expanded religious activities to serve visitors, including "hat chau van" singing, a beautiful cultural tradition of Vietnam. Other historical and scenic sites within the Dau Rong Mountain relic complex in Cao Phong Town have also been vibrant with numerous tourists.

In 2024, Cao Phong District welcomed approximately 457,000 visitors, a 13.7% increase compared to the previous year. In whích,international tourists accounted for 5,430 visits, while domestic visitors reached 451,570. The district’s tourism revenue exceeded 240 billion VND. During January and February 2025, coinciding with the At Ty Lunar New Year, the district attracted 85,000 visitors (including 950 international and 84,050 domestic tourists), generating an estimated revenue of 51 billion VND.

To further develop the tourism sector, the district has directed its departments, agencies, and localities to strengthen state management of tourism. Efforts are being made to promote tourism as a key economic sector through intensified publicity and strategic planning. Additionally, the district is enhancing tourism management, strictly implementing development plans, and regularly inspecting tourist areas to ensure compliance with legal regulations and visitor safety.

Spring journey on Hoa Binh lake: A serene escape

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.

Hoa Binh tourism makes impressive start to new year

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.

Implementing the Tourism Plan in 2025 and Meeting with the Local Tourism Businesses

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.

The spring trip to Tien Pagoda

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 district promotes tourism development

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.

Hoa Binh – destination of spring festivals

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.