(HBO) - Talking about tourism in Cao Phong district, it is necessary to mention Hoa Binh Lake with the highlight spot of the spiritual cultural tourism, the temple of Thac Bo Lord. Another spiritual tourist destination, which is widely known to the tourists, is the famous monument of Khanh pagoda, Yen Thuong commune.
A large numbers of tourists are paying a visit to Bong Lai Rooftop Temple, Zone 3, Cao Phong town (Cao Phong).
Not far from Khanh pagoda is Queon Ang relic pagoda, Tan Phong commune. With the policy of socializing investment in tourism development, Bong Lai Rooftop Temple in Zone 3, Cao Phong town has been built spaciously, meeting the needs of spiritual activities in the area recently.
Along with the other types of tourism, spiritual tourism has significantly contributed to the tourism development of Cao Phong district. In 2018, the district welcomed 41,170 turns of visitors. In particular, there were 1,058 turns of international visitors and 340,112 turns of domestic visitors. The revenue from the tourism activities is estimated at 21,195 million VND.
The 10th art festival for the armed forces, youths and students of Hoa Binh province celebrating the 80th founding anniversary of the Vietnam People’s Army and 35th anniversary of the All People’s Defence Day wrapped up on April 25.
Xoe dance, an unique art form of the Thai ethnic minority group in Mai Chau district of Hoa Binh province has existed for a long time and passed down through generations. Xoe dance is not only a popular dance in the Thai community but also a unique cultural feature, an indispensable part in the Thai ethnic minority people's cultural and spiritual life.
The Bac Son pre-school in Hung Son commune, Kim Boi district is effectively implementing a model of preserving and promoting cultural identity of the Muong ethnic group.
Through ups and downs, many unique cultural features of the Muong ethnic minority group are facing risks of falling into oblivion. However, with a strong determination, Lac Son district of Hoa Binh province has deployed synchronous solutions to preserve and promote the locality's cultural heritage values.
If Tan Lac is considered the core of the cradle of Muong culture in Hoa Binh, Phong Phu commune is the cultural centre of Muong culture in Tan Lac district. Luy Ai hamlet in Phong Phu commune is where customs and traditions of Muong Bi are preserved. Luy Ai hamlet was chosen to build a space to preserve Muong ethnic culture. The district is seeking support from the province and coordinating with relevant agencies to devise a plan on preservation of Muong cultural spaces associated with developing tourism products and improving the lives of local residents.
Nguyen Manh Tuan, a Muong ethnic man in Ba Hang Doi town, Lac Thuy district, is known as a young, dedicated, and outstanding artisan who has made significant contributions in collecting, restoring, and preserving national cultural values.
