The ancient town of Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam was named among the 15 best cities of the world in a recent readers’ vote of the US travel magazine Travel & Leisure.
Hoi An is among 15 world’s best cities (Source: Getty Images)
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Hoi An
was ranked seventh on the list with a score of 90.31. According to the
magazine, most of the voted cities are pedestrian-friendly, possess ample
green space and have a rich history that is being actively preserved as the
city grows.
Hoi An is
home to many temples, pagodas and old houses. The ancient city was a leading
trading port in Southeast Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Recently,
online media outlet Thrillist of the US listed the ancient city among the
most beautiful and cheapest beach cities in the world.
The
city’s Hoai River and its channels made the list of the 10 most famous canals
in the world on the US-based travel website touropia.com in 2014.
Hoi An
was chosen for the 2013 Townscape Award by the UN-Habitat Regional Office in
Asia.
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Source: NDO
A diverse chain of eco-tourism and resort destinations concentrated in Hoa Binh city and the districts of Tan Lac, Da Bac, and Luong Son… Along with the launch of several key high-quality resort tourism projects, these developments have reshaped the landscape and enhanced the appeal of Hoa Binh as a travel destination.
Boasting diverse terrain, a mild climate, and rich natural resources, Cao Phong district is increasingly asserting its place on Vietnam’s tourism map, attracting both domestic and foreign visitors. The district is renowned for its stunning landscapes, majestic mountains, a crystal-clear hydropower lake, and the unique cultural identity of local ethnic groups.
With its pristine landscapes, unique cultural heritage of Muong ethnic minority, and an expanding range of visitor experiences, Tan Lac district of Hoa Binh has fast become a captivating destination for both domestic and international tourists.
Until now, Sung village in Cao Son commune, Da Bac district remains the only Dao ethnic community in Hoa Binh province to develop a community-based tourism model. Beyond its untouched natural landscapes, cultural identity serves as the cornerstone attraction for visitors.
Alongside the diverse cultural identities of the Kinh, Muong, Tay, Thai, Dao, and Mong ethnic people, Hoa Binh province is also renowned as the "capital" of the northwestern Vietnamese cuisine, offering unique and distinctive dishes. At festivals, during Lunar New Year (Tet), or on significant family or community occasions, special dishes are prepared, leaving a lasting impression on visitors.
A Phong Linh (Yellow Tabebuia) flower garden in Thang village, Thach Yen commune, Cao Phong district is currently in full bloom, drawing a large number of visitors.
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