(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.
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.
Community-based tourism has been thriving in Pa Co commune, Mai Chau district thanks to advantages in natural landscape and cultural identity.
Doan Ket commune of Yen Thuy district has recently held a ceremony to receive a certificate recognising Ta communal house as a provincial-level historical and cultural relic site.
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