Fisherman's Village of Hải Phòng designated as a Tourism Destination with strong community involvement
In the heart of Vietnam's Cat Ba National Park, a UNESCO-recognised world biosphere reserve, lies the picturesque Viet Hai village. Located within the Cat Hai special zone in the northern province of Hai Phong, this tranquil hamlet is set to become a flagship attraction for the special zone and the city[1].
Officially designated as a community-based tourism site on June 19 by the municipal People's Committee, Viet Hai is now under a clear sustainable tourism plan focused on community-based and eco-friendly models[2]. The goal is to form a cornerstone for building the "Green Cat Ba" brand, unlocking opportunities for socio-economic growth, improving local livelihoods, and advancing Hai Phong's community tourism ambitions[3].
Preserving Cultural Heritage and Natural Beauty
Key sustainable tourism plans for Viet Hai include community awareness and heritage preservation, green infrastructure investment, green transition goals, coordination with Cat Ba National Park, promotion of community-based tourism, and integration into broader green tourism frameworks[1][5].
Local authorities emphasize raising awareness among residents about Viet Hai’s role in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve to foster ownership and commitment to protecting natural and cultural assets[1]. The village’s two hamlets are developing regulations that incorporate green transition targets from 2025 to 2030, focusing on sustainable transportation, energy use, agriculture, environment, and tourism services[1].
Close cooperation with the National Park authorities helps safeguard natural resources and ensures tourism development aligns with conservation objectives[1]. Visitors experience the village’s unspoiled natural beauty and traditional lifestyle, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquil, untouched landscapes[6].
Empowering the Community and Promoting Sustainable Growth
The approach positions Viet Hai as a flagship site promoting socio-economic growth through tourism that respects the environment and local culture[1][5]. Encouragement of investment from responsible enterprises and organizations in eco-friendly infrastructure supports environmentally sensitive tourism development[1].
Viet Hai has been gaining popularity as a sought-after destination for both domestic and international travellers[6]. With 87 households and 295 residents, the local hamlets are urged to develop regulations for a cultural hamlet, including green transition goals for transportation, tourism, energy, environment, and agriculture for the 2025-2030 period[7].
The Vice Chairman of the Cat Hai People's Committee, Vũ Hữu Vững, emphasized the importance of raising community awareness about the significance of Viet Hai[4]. He called for stronger commitments to preserving and promoting the area's heritage values[4].
This alignment with wider national efforts, such as the VITA Green label initiative for sustainable tourism in Vietnam, promotes green standards and eco-friendly models for tourism businesses to boost quality and international recognition[4].
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- In an effort to preserve its cultural heritage and natural beauty, Viet Hai village, situated within Cat Ba National Park, is focused on community-based and eco-friendly models for sustainable tourism.
- The unspoiled natural beauty and traditional lifestyle of Viet Hai make it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquil, untouched landscapes.
- To promote sustainable growth, Viet Hai is encouraging investment from responsible enterprises and organizations in eco-friendly infrastructure and aligning with broader green tourism frameworks.
- The village's goal is to form a cornerstone for building the "Green Cat Ba" brand, unlocking opportunities for socio-economic growth, improving local livelihoods, and advancing Hai Phong's community tourism ambitions.
- Close cooperation with the National Park authorities helps safeguard natural resources and ensures tourism development aligns with conservation objectives, hammering home the importance of preserving and promoting the area's heritage values.
