The Captivating Lotus: A Tourism Boost for Tay Ho District
According to Truong Minh Tien, Chairman of the Hanoi UNESCO Club Association, expanding the lotus cultivation area and fostering better collaboration between Tay Ho District authorities, local communities, and tour operators are crucial steps in developing and enhancing local tourism offerings. A local lotus tea artisan demonstrates their craft at the Hanoi Lotus Festival 2024. Photo: Hoai Nam/The Hanoi Times Speaking at a conference held as part of the ongoing lotus festival, Tien highlighted the unique characteristics of Tay Ho District, noting that it is the only metropolitan district in Hanoi boasting large lotus ponds. “Tay Ho has a wealth of popular relics and attractions, and by combining these with tours of the lotus ponds, the district can offer a truly distinctive and memorable experience for visitors,” he added. Pham Duy Nghia, Director of VietFoot Travel, emphasized the importance of closer collaboration between local authorities, communities, and travel ag...