Quang Tri tourism after merger: Will it "take off" with new advantages?

After the administrative merger, Quang Tri has the opportunity to break through in tourism thanks to the advantage of connecting with Quang Binh. Can the land once associated with war and the "kingdom of caves" "take off" to become an attractive new destination?

While Quang Binh (old) has long been known as the "kingdom of caves" with natural wonders such as Phong Nha Cave, Thien Duong Cave and Son Doong Cave - the largest cave in the world , Quang Tri is a land steeped in history, where many relics associated with the nation's resistance period are preserved. Places such as Quang Tri Citadel , Vinh Moc Tunnels , Truong Son Martyrs' Cemetery or Hien Luong Bridge - Ben Hai River , which used to be the dividing line between the country at the 17th parallel, have become symbols of resilience and patriotism.

Through the merger process, the new Quang Tri is beginning to take advantage of regional connectivity with the old Quang Binh to develop tourism together. This is not just a simple geographical combination but also opens up an opportunity to form a new “super destination”, where both majestic nature and profound history converge.

Travel agencies have quickly caught up with the trend of developing regional tourism after the merger. Sovaba Travel - a reputable travel agency in the old Quang Binh, is currently implementing inter-regional tours, connecting prominent destinations between Quang Binh and Quang Tri. The combination of the majestic nature of the cave and historical imprints not only creates a more complete journey, but also opens up diverse experiences, suitable for many types of tourists.

In particular, on the occasion of July 27 - War Invalids and Martyrs Day, this unit has tested new tour products, integrating destinations in the Quang Binh (new Quang Tri) tour to bring a multi-dimensional experience:

- 3 days 2 nights tour: Combine exploring Phong Nha cave, Thien Duong cave, Mooc stream with "red addresses" such as Quang Tri ancient citadel, Truong Son martyrs cemetery.

- 4 days 3 nights tour: Expanding to include more attractions such as Vinh Moc tunnels, La Vang Holy Land and Chi Huy Cave - a new and potential destination, marking revolutionary activities during the resistance war.

Through inter-regional connections and timely exploitation of historical heritage, these tours not only provide profound experiences, but also contribute to traditional education and fostering patriotism for the younger generation.

Not only stopping at familiar destinations, tourism programs combining the local culture in Huong Hoa are also being encouraged to be implemented. Tourists can participate in the daily life activities of local people, enjoy traditional cuisine and learn about the unique customs and practices of the Bru - Van Kieu people.

According to Mr. Nguyen Phi Song - representative of Sovaba Travel: “Our current tours are flexibly designed, targeting many different types of customers: from students who need real-life experiences; middle-aged people who want to learn about culture and history; to the elderly who need a gentle, profound journey. Tourists can choose between adventurous, exploratory trips or contemplative, nostalgic journeys.”

Notably, the new Quang Tri government is working closely to build a regional tourism development strategy, focusing on three core elements: building unique products, enhancing destination promotion, and training local human resources . This not only helps improve service quality but also creates sustainable livelihoods for local people.

Travel businesses such as Sovaba Travel are also actively building a chain of links with the local community from local guides, homestays, to accommodation facilities to bring authentic, close-knit and culturally rich travel itineraries. At the same time, they organize systematic training courses, helping many young people from the role of interns to become official tour guides with solid foreign language skills and profound historical knowledge. Integrating community elements into the service chain not only improves tour quality, but also opens up a direction for sustainable and humane tourism development, creating real value for both tourists and local people.

From a land once only mentioned for its war wounds, Quang Tri is gradually transforming itself into a destination with depth, where tourists not only come to see the scenery, but also to feel, to understand and to be grateful. With a clear vision, the right direction and the synchronous participation from many sides, the question "Will Quang Tri tourism after the merger take off?" is probably no longer a doubt, but an affirmation that is gradually taking shape.

LN

Source: https://baothanhhoa.vn/du-lich-quang-tri-sau-sap-nhap-lieu-co-cat-canh-voi-loi-the-moi-256045.htm