Da Bac district boasts pristine and majestic natural landscapes and is home to five ethnic groups of Muong, Tay, Dao, Kinh, and Thai. It is included in the master plan on the development of the National Hoa Binh Lake Tourist Area by 2030, providing favourable conditions for tourism development, especially community-based.
Travellers experience traditional crafts at Sung hamlet,
Cao Son commune, Da Bac district.
Beauty of community tourism site in Duc Phong hamlet, Tien Phong commune, Da
Bac district next to Hoa Binh lake. Homestay facilities at community tourism site in Doan Ket hamlet, Tien Phong
commune, Da Bac district, ensure standard accommodation for tourists.
Coming to Da Bac, tourists could explore and stay at community tourism sites in
Ke hamlet, Hien Luong Bay in Hien Luong commune, which is a branch of Hoa Binh
lake. They could experience the unique culture of the Muong people along with
the picturesque natural scenery, join exciting activities such as bamboo
rafting, kayaking, and enjoy cuisine with distinctive flavors.
About 38km from the district centre is Duc Phong village, formerly known as Da
Bia in Tien Phong commune – a destination for tourists seeking relaxation and
exploration of the life of the Muong Ao Ta ethnic community in the highland
region. With high-quality services provided by local residents, this tourist
spot was honoured with the "ASEAN Community-Based Tourism" award at
the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) in 2019.
Doan Ket hamlet in Tien Phong commune is home to 28 Muong ethnic households
living along the banks of Hoa Binh lake. The hamlet boasts beautiful natural
landscapes, creating a perfect harmony of skies, mountains, lakes, and village
life of locals.
Tourists would find it hard to overlook the community-based tourism site in
Sung hamlet where the Dao Tien ethnic group in Cao Son commune is living. The
hamlet is situated at an altitude of about 530m, with the majestic Bieu
mountain range behind and terraced fields stretching along the hillside in
front, forming a stunning picturesque landscape.
According to Director of the Da Bac Community-Based Tourism JSC Dinh Thi Hao,
there are currently three hamlets in the district developing community-based
tourism with 13 households providing homestay services. This initiative has
attracted over 180 members from 142 households joining various teams and groups
that offer community-based tourism services. After 8 years of formation and
development, with the support of the Australian Foundation for the Peoples of
Asia and the Pacific (AFAP) in Vietnam in infrastructure, technical equipment,
promotion and training for local residents, community-based tourism in Da Bac
has been making rapid and sustainable progress, becoming an ideal destination
for both domestic and foreign tourists.
On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, visitors from near and far are eager to come to the mountainous district of Da Bac to have unique cultural experiences such as learning to wrap traditional cakes of ethnic minorities, practicing writing ancient Tay characters or immersing themselves in the Tay melodies.
Tan Lac has great potential for tourism development. In addition, the Provincial Party Committee issued Resolution No. 13-NQ/TU, dated October 17, 2022, on building the highland communes in Tan Lac district into provincial-level tourism areas by 2030, with a vision to 2050. However, according to the assessment, implementing the goals in the spirit of Resolution No. 13-NQ/TU has had limited results.
Recognising that tourism and agriculture are local strengths, Mai Chau district is committed to building a green economy through an action program with specific pathways, achieving notable results in line with the resolution of the 26th Party Congress of the district.
With its majestic natural landscapes, diverse ethnic cultures, and numerous unique festivals, Hoa Binh province is an attractive destination that entices travellers from far and wide to explore and experience during the Lunar New Year (Tet) holiday.
Being held around the 30th of the 11th lunar month right after the harvest season ends, the traditional New Year of Mong ethnic group lasts until the last day of the 12th lunar month. On this occasion, the community tourism destinations of Pa Co and Hang Kia communes (Mai Chau) attract many visitors to experience and explore the unique customs of New Year.
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