International tourists explore Tra Que vegetable village
Translated by CAM HY•Jan 25, 2025 06:08
(QNO) - In early 2025, Tra Que vegetable village (Hoi An city, Quang Nam province), a World's Best Tourist Village 2024 by The United Nations Tourism (UN Tourism), has attracted numerous international visitors.
Established in the 16th century, Tra Que village, 3km northeast of Hoi An, benefits from a mild climate and fertile soil, ideal for its traditional organic vegetable farming. Photo: toquoc.vnCurrently, Tra Que Village has 202 households with 326 workers cultivating 18 hectares of farmland, providing a stable income. Photo: toquoc.vnTra Que Village preserves historical sites and cultural traditions like the Cham stone well, Tho Than Shrine, and Cau Bong ceremony. Photo: toquoc.vnTra Que got its current name in the 18th century when Nguyen dynasty king renamed it after a unique vegetable with tea and cinnamon-like aromas. Photo: toquoc.vnTra Que grows various vegetables and herbs, with basil, perilla, and Vietnamese mint being unmatched in flavor. Photo: toquoc.vnTo preserve and develop the craft village, locals have followed a long-standing tradition of organic farming, prioritizing safety. Photo: toquoc.vnA corner of the village. Photo: toquoc.vnTra Que vegetable village, a favorite destination for many international tourists. Photo: toquoc.vnVisitors join farming activities and explore its unique cultural and historical values of the village. Photo: toquoc.vnFarmers in the village guide visitors through the process of growing vegetables, including soil preparation, composting, watering, harvesting, and cooking dishes with the produce. Photo: toquoc.vnMany tourists enjoy experiencing the vegetable growing process at Tra Que village. Photo: toquoc.vnWatering the vegetables at Tra Que village. Photo: toquoc.vnIntroducing the various types of vegetables and their unique flavors at Tra Que village to international tourists. Photo: toquoc.vnTra Que village. Photo: toquoc.vnThe People's Committee of Hoi An City launched the "Tra Que Vegetable Village green tour" aiming for 100% of homestays and villas, and 50% of restaurants to meet Green Tourism standards, alongside a green tourism awareness campaign. Photo: toquoc.vn
