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When it comes to tourism, everyone thinks of activities like visiting scenic spots, admiring beautiful landscapes, enjoying local cuisine, or participating in fun games and experiences. However, few people imagine traveling and choosing to participate in daily activities like farming. Surprisingly, recently, many Western tourists visiting Vietnam have chosen to experience the life of a farmer by participating in plowing and planting activities.
Images of foreign tourists enthusiastically plowing and planting rice in Vietnamese fields have been captured and widely shared, attracting attention and delight among the Vietnamese online community.
Reportedly, Western tourists can experience this activity when visiting Sa Pa (Lao Cai). This is a famous tourist destination that attracts many foreign visitors who come to conquer Fansipan peak as well as enjoy the stunning scenery.
Tourists get to experience what it's like to be an "authentic" Vietnamese farmer.
Recently, a scene of Western tourists in Ninh Binh helping locals move their rice sacks has particularly delighted netizens. This time of year coincides with the rice harvest, and farmers are drying a lot of rice. When it's about to rain, the farmers have to quickly gather and store it away to prevent it from getting wet. Seeing this, the Western tourists came to help. This is also a fun activity they get to experience when visiting Vietnam.
Western tourists help locals with their rice harvest.
Besides participating in farming activities, many Western tourists also enjoy other rustic experiences such as bathing in streams, learning to ride buffaloes, threshing rice, and watching locals make some traditional dishes like spring rolls and sticky rice cakes. These interesting moments were captured by tour guides and shared on social media, attracting attention and interest from the Vietnamese online community.
Although the results of the work performed by Western tourists cannot be compared to the achievements of the local people, these experiences bring them special joy and excitement during their trip to Vietnam. The image of foreign tourists happily participating in the traditional labor and daily life activities of the local people not only creates memorable experiences for them but also enriches their Vietnamese travel experience.
Currently, thousands of traditional agricultural, forestry, and fishery villages are scattered throughout Vietnam, forming a solid foundation for the development of agricultural tourism. If tourists wish to explore agricultural tourism in the North, Mu Cang Chai and Lao Cai are ideal destinations. Here, visitors can admire the stunning beauty of the terraced rice fields during the rainy season, while also learning about the livelihoods and unique customs of the ethnic minorities.
In Central Vietnam, Hoi An is famous for Tra Que vegetable village, a place that has developed a tourism model combined with agriculture. This village has maintained organic vegetable farming methods for hundreds of years, especially for herbs such as basil, perilla, onions, and coriander. Visitors will be surprised by the meticulous way the locals care for their vegetables, providing a unique and interesting experience.
When visiting the Mekong Delta, tourists can try their hand at being a farmer, participating in activities such as rice planting, draining canals to catch fish, and growing vegetables in the Mekong Delta. Another highlight is Con Son Island in Can Tho, where visitors can immerse themselves in a peaceful rural landscape with lush, fruit-laden orchards and a diverse ecosystem. This is not only an opportunity for relaxation but also a chance for tourists to explore the life and culture of new lands.
With its rich and diverse traditional craft villages, agricultural tourism in Vietnam is increasingly attracting both domestic and international tourists. Hands-on experiences close to nature allow visitors not only to relax but also to learn, explore, and gain a deeper understanding of the local culture and way of life.
These scenes have received much praise and support from Vietnamese netizens, as they not only promote traditional culture but also demonstrate the deep cultural exchange between tourists and local people. It is these authentic and intimate experiences that help create a unique and attractive image of Vietnamese tourism in the eyes of international friends.
