Included in the development masterplan of the Hoa Binh lake national tourist area, the lakebed communes in Da Bac highland district are rich in tourism development potential, particularly resort and community tourism.
5-star Robinson resort project in Tien Phong commune,
invested by Hoa Binh Tourism joint Stock Company, is being implemented as a
highlight in the system of ecological resort destinations in Da Bac lake.
In the past, the main source of livelihood of Tien Phong commune
locals was fishing and aquaculture. This job was not always favourable because
it depended on weather factors and environment. Difficult trade and travel conditions
directly affected consumption, market prices, and product output.
Since the implementation of tourism activities, people's
awareness, production and business thinking have seen many innovations. Instead
of only relying on cage fish farming, some households have opened homestay
businesses to serve tourists.
Currently, in addition to Da Bia, in the lake communes of the
district, there are many community based tourism points attracting tourists,
including Mo Hem village (now Doan Ket village) - Tien Phong commune, Sung
village - Cao Son commune, and Ke village - Hien Luong commune.
In particular, Sung village is the only Dao Tien one in the
province doing tourism. In addition to the majestic natural landscape, the
village also preserves the unique culture of customs, housing architecture,
writing, traditional crafts, costumes, and cuisine. This is one of the special
destinations attracting international visitors to visit and explore.
Not only strong in community based tourism, some investors have implemented
high-quality ecological and resort projects. The destinations have been put
into operation, including Mo Retreat, Xoan Village in Mo hamlet, Hien Luong
commune; Vayang Retreat in Van Nua commune; Maida Lodge in Tien Phong commune.
Particularly, the 5-star Robinson natural park project in Tien Phong commune
has carried out the construction of a number of important items.
Ban Kim Quy, Vice Chairman of Da Bac District People's
Committee, said nature and culture are valuable resources that the district is
exploiting and promoting to form a green, safe and attractive tourism
destination, contributing to creating jobs and sustainable livelihoods for
ethnic minorities living in lake communes.
In order to promote the development of local tourism
economy with lakebed tourism as a focus, the district has implemented many
solutions, including investing in and upgrading infrastructure such as roads
and electricity communications systems.
Hoa Binh province’s rich natural and cultural resources position it as a prime location for developing community-based tourism (CBT). In recent years, support from central and provincial policies, as well as assistance from non-governmental organisations, have encouraged local ethnic minority and mountainous communities to actively engage in the sector.
Van Son Commune, Tan Lạc district, Hoa Binh province also known as "Cloud Valley," boasts a cool climate, stunning natural landscapes, and majestic scenery. Visitors who have been to this place should make a stop at Chien Hamlet to experience a lot of fascinating things and feel the friendly, warmth of the Muong ethnic people.
Thanks to the effective exploitation of natural landscape and the cultural diversity of ethnic minorities, Hoa Binh province has become an attractive destination for tourists seeking experiences and exploration.
The Department of Cultural Heritage has just coordinated with the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Hoa Binh province to organize a training on implementing the model of the cultural heritage connected in the cultural tourism journey in Cao Phong and Lac Son districts.
The Sung village in Cao Son commune, Da Bac district, is endowed with pristine natural landscape, and Dao Tien ethnic minority community in the village preserves rich cultural heritage, including traditional housing, clothing, language, scripts, customs, and daily life practices. Since the community-based tourism model was introduced in the locality, these traditional cultural values have been further preserved and promoted.
Currently, in the region of Mong ethnic people, Hang Kia commune (Mai Chau) is exploiting the community tourism activities relatively effectively. The tourism economy has been sustainably developing, basing on the potential and advantages of the natural resources and traditional cultural identity. The model is increasingly being replicated, creating changes in awareness, and contributing to the progressive changes in people's lives.
