The Hoa Binh provincial Tourism Steering Committee held a conference on January 25 to outline tourism development tasks for 2024, under the chair of Vice Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Nguyen Van Toan.
Vice Chairman of the provincial People's
Committee Nguyen Van Toan speaks at the event.
Last
year, the committtee directed its member departments to successfully accomplish
the assigned tasks according to the plan, resulting in more effective State
management, more focus on planning and investment in tourism infrastructure,
joint promotion and development of tourism, improved quality of products and
services toward a professional approach that is closely linked with cultural
and value preservation, ensuring national defence-security, order and safety
for visitors. Consequently, there was a positive growth in tourist arrivals for
sightseeing and resort stay, along with a notable increase in total revenue,
contributing significantly to socio-economic development.
For
the current year, the province has set a target of welcoming 4.2 million
tourists, including 500,000 foreigners, with an expected total revenue of 4.6
trillion VND (191.6 million USD). To build on the accomplishments and fix the shortcomings of
the previous year, Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Nguyen
Van Toan urged members of the steering committee to effectively perform major
tasks and implement tourism development plans. This involves alignment with the
broader trajectory of Vietnam's tourism development, adherence to the
Government's Resolution No. 82/NQ-CP outlining key tasks and solutions to
expedite efficient, sustainable tourism recovery and development; and
especially the provincial master plan for the 2021-2030 period, with a vision
to 2050. Attention should be given to investment in tourism-related
infrastructure and technical facilities while relevant departments should
develop new tourism products to leave a lasting impression on visitors.
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.