(HBO) - Defining tourism as a spearhead economic sector, Hoa Binh province has carried out many measures to develop the sector over the past years, with attention paid to building and upgrading infrastructure.
Residents in Sung hamlet, Da Bac
district’s Cao Son commune, participate in training course in community-based
tourism.
At present, the province has 72 valid
investment projects worth over 20 trillion VND in tourism, accounting for 12.2
percent of total projects in the locality. It has 434 licensed accommodation
facilities with more than 4,000 rooms, one provincial-level tourist site and nine
sites at the local level. The sector has generated jobs for over 14,000
labourers, of whom over 4,000 are working directly in this sector.
The provincial People’s Committee has
invested in building or upgrading road transport infrastructure as well as coach
stations and parking lots. In addition, Hoa Binh has paid more attention to
promoting investment in tourism development, facilitating enterprises’ and
locals’ engagement in this aspect, and encouraging them to invest in developing
cultural, spiritual and sport tourism and eco-tourism.
Priority has been given to several major
groups such as Sun Group, Tan Hoang Minh and FLC which are studying the
implementation of large-scale and high-quality projects in the Hoa Binh Lake
tourism site and Kim Boi and Lac Son district.
The province has provided support for travel
companies in protecting intellectual property rights, strictly dealt with
frauds and unfair competitions in tourism business activities, and worked to
ensure safety for visitors.
It has also facilitated the participation
of organisations and individuals in tourism activities by providing them with
financial assistance and knowledge about community-based tourism.
Hoa Binh has encouraged several enterprises
to invest in developing big shopping and services centres in Hoa Binh city and
other localities, and coordinate with local People’s Committees in organizing
trade fairs and night markets to introduce visitors to local agricultural
products and specialties./.
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.