New momentum of Nghe An tourism - Viewed from 'key points'
(Baonghean.vn) - 2022 is the first year of transition to the "new normal" state after a long period of being affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Nghe An tourism has achieved positive results, creating new momentum to implement the goals and development plans for the next stage. That is clearly demonstrated in the province's "key" tourist destinations.
Cua Lo town is increasingly affirming its position as an important tourist center of Nghe An. The process of tourism recovery and development,Cua Lohas made a spectacular rise. In the first 8 months of 2022, beach and resort tourism activities here welcomed and served more than 2.55 million visitors, of which over 800,000 were overnight guests, with total revenue estimated at more than 2,600 billion VND; accounting for a large proportion of the total number of visitors and tourism revenue of the whole province.
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Cua Lo beach town on the opening night of the 2022 tourist season. Photo: Thanh Cuong |
Compared to other tourist areas and spots, Cua Lo has had creative ways to attract tourists. Instead of opening in the seasontourismOn the occasion of April 30 and May 1 as before, this year Cua Lo "opened the sea" in early April. At this time, localities and tourist areas and spots across the country are in the process of preparation, not really ready for the "new normal state" after the Covid-19 epidemic.
The early "opening of the sea" and the opening festival program with many rich activities made a big impression on tourist markets.
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Hot Air Balloon Festival 2022 in Cua Lo. Photo: Duc Anh |
Cua Lo has also built a Nghi Thuy fishing village experience point. Tourists not only swim and enjoy seafood but also have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the life of fishermen; visit the placesspiritual culture(Yen Luong Temple, Mai Bang Temple) is a place that strongly reflects the beliefs of coastal residents. In particular, the Phuc Luc Ngoat Festival held on the 15th day of the 6th lunar month at Yen Luong Temple has attracted thousands of visitors to worship.
In addition, during the peak tourist season, Cua Lo also organizes well "resonant" events such as the Hot Air Balloon Festival, the Lantern Festival at Lam Giang - Cua Hoi wharf, all of which create a strong impression and attract a large number of people and tourists from all over to attend.
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Tourists listen to explanations at Kim Lien National Special Relic Site. Photo: Dinh Tuyen |
Nam Dan is also an important destination attracting a large number of tourists to visit and experience. In which, the areaKim Lien Special National Monument– the place associated with the life of President Ho Chi Minh is always the priority choice of many tourists.
This year, activities to celebrate the 132nd anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh's birthday (May 19, 1890 - May 19, 2022), especially the Sen Village Singing Festival, have also created a good echo, attracting more and more visitors to Uncle Ho's hometown Kim Lien during the tourist season.
Along with Kim Lien Relic Site, Nam Dan district also preserves and promotes historical relics to create attractive destinations such as the temple complex and tomb of King Mai, Dai Tue Pagoda,Memorial areaPhan Boi Chau and Hoanh Son communal house…
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Tourists visit the tomb of Mrs. Hoang Thi Loan - Uncle Ho's mother in Nam Dan. Photo: Quoc Dan |
At the same time, famous specialties such as soy sauce, banh duc, veal sausage, goat meat... have given tourists a culinary experience rich in the flavor of the countryside on this sacred land, connecting with many tours and tourist routes that constantly "attract" visitors.
In the process of tourism recovery and development, some other localities in the province have also had creative ways to promote advantages, take advantage of opportunities and initially achieved results: Vinh City builtwalking streetAiming to increase the number of visitors, Hoang Mai town and Quynh Luu district prioritize the development of sea tourism - resorts, the infrastructure system is invested and upgraded, accommodation facilities, entertainment areas, and services are increasingly diverse, connecting with relics and scenic spots in the area.
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Tourists exchange culture and arts at the Khe Ran community tourism site, Bong Khe commune (Con Cuong). Photo courtesy: Sach Nguyen |
In particular, in the West, Con Cuong district has effectively exploited the "gifts" bestowed by nature, including Pu Mat National Park and cultural characteristics to develop eco-tourism associated with community tourism.
Destinations such as Giang River - Pha Lai, Khe Kem waterfall, Nua village, Xieng village, Khe Ran have been "positioned" on the tourist map of Nghe An as well as the whole country, attracting a large number of visitors to explore and experience.
Recently, the tourism industry has created a new product: rowing combined with walking and mountain biking to experience the core area.Pu Mat National Park. Joining this tour, visitors are really excited to see the majestic mountains and rivers, and explore the life of the Dan Lai ethnic group living at the headwaters of the Giang River.
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Tourists experience Hon Mat Eco-tourism Area (Nghia Dan). Photo: CSCC |
At the same time, some new eco-tourism spots have been completed and put into operation such as Hon Mat Eco-tourism Area (Nghia Dan), Nhat Minh Farmstay (Que Phong),ecotourismi Yen Hoa (Tuong Duong) has attracted the attention of tourists. These destinations are continuing to improve their infrastructure system, especially entertainment spots, natural scenery viewing spots and experiential services.
Since the transition to the "new normal" state, tourism business activities in the province have been bustling. In the first 8 months of 2022, Nghe An welcomed more than 5.52 million visitors, with total revenue from tourists estimated at VND 9,797 billion, equal to 432% over the same period in 2021. The tourism industry is focusing on connecting destinations, approaching new tourist markets, and developing tourism products to continue attracting tourists.
