(HBO) Owning many beauty spots, historical and cultural relics associated with the process of revolutionary struggle of the local people, Cao Phong district has long become one of the tourist attractions in and beyond the province. Therefore, the management, protection and promotion of relics are always the great interest of the district.
The 400 – year - old great ancient tree at Quan Ang Pagoda,
Tan Phong (Cao Phong)
There are no relics at the provincial and
district levels, but Cao Phong has four relics that have been granted the
national monument recognition. They are cultural relics in Khanh Pagoda, Yen
Thuong Commune; Quan Ang Pagoda, Tan Phong Commune; Cu Chinh Lan Heroic
Monument located in Binh Thanh Commune and the Dau Rong Complex Mountain Cave
(Cao Phong Town). Béides, the district has many intangible cultural features
bearing the great national identity as a part of the "Hoa Binh
Culture".
Mr. Quach Van Ngoan, the Vice Chairman of Cao
Phong People's Committee said: In order to protect the relics and monuments,
the People's Committee has strengthened the direction of professional
departments, communes and towns to perform the protection and embellishment of
historical relics in the area. Over the past three years, it has been estimated
that 17 billion VND has been raised to renovate and restore the landscapes to
serve the tourism development.
In order for the monuments to last
forever and to promote the value, Cao Phong District recommends that the
Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism annually organize training courses on
tourism and management, restoration of the relics to raise the professional
level for cadres who are in charge of culture and tourism there. Together with
the temple owners, Bo Temple in Thung Nai has been upgraded in the equitization
interest. The Provincial People's Committee is requested to continue investing
in constructing an inter-communal road in Thung Nai - Bac Phong with a tour
route in the area. Particular attention is paid to replenishing the capital to
restore and renovate the national historical monument - Cu Chinh Lan Heroic
Monument). At the same time, adding fund to the construction of Mo Muong - Hoa
Binh in Tan Phong Commune will be the basis for the district to manage, protect
and promote the historical and cultural values of the relics in the 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.
