(HBO) - According to the statistics, in the first 6 months of the year, there have been 291,090 turns of visitors and tourists coming to Mai Chau district, increasing 23,087 turns of visitors compared to that of the same period in 2021. Of which, there have been 286,869 turns of domestic tourists and 4,221 turns of international visitors. The total revenue in the tourism sector has been estimated at over 332 billion VND, increasing 110 billion VND compared to that of the same period in 2021.
In order to promote the image,
the potential, and attract tourists, the district has been focusing on
directing and strengthening propaganda, introducing the images and the national
cultural identity on the mass media since the beginning of the year. They have
well managed the detailed planning of tourism subdivisions in the district.
Along with that, they have directed, inspected and closely monitored and
requested the pick-up points to strictly comply with the conditions on
prevention and control of Covid-19 epidemics. Up to now, the entertainment
activities and tourism services in the district have been in the normal state.
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.