Located at the foot of majestic limestone mountain ranges, Lam Thuong commune (Lao Cai province) has long been known as a land of "favorable weather", a place that deeply preserves the culture of the Tay and Dao people...
In recent years, this locality has been gradually transforming when choosing a different direction: developing green tourism associated with sustainable agriculture.
Not chasing after mass tourism models, Lam Thuong takes advantage of the existing values from fields, spring sources and local products to create its own attraction.
With more than 500 hectares of bamboo shoots and about 80 hectares of Lao Mu sticky rice, this place possesses a rich agricultural foundation, becoming an important "resource" for experiential tourism development.
Turn agricultural advantages into tourism experiences
Coming to Lam Thuong, tourists not only visit but also directly immerse themselves in the production life of the people.
Activities such as wading streams to catch fish, going to the forest to pick bamboo shoots, learning to wrap black banh chung or cooking rice wine bring a close and authentic experience.
Along with that, the homestay system develops in the direction of preserving traditional stilt house architecture, creating a resort space harmonious with nature.
Some models such as Moc Farmstay, Jack Ecolodge or Xoi Farmstay have attracted tens of thousands of visitors each year, especially international visitors and young people who love to explore.
The combination of pristine landscapes and indigenous experiences helps Lam Thuong gradually become a prominent destination on the green tourism map of the Northern highlands.
Elevating agricultural products to "specialties" attracting customers
Not only stopping at experience, Lam Thuong also makes agricultural products a highlight in its tourism journey.
Bau duck and Bong fish - two famous local specialties - are raised naturally, creating a unique flavor.
When served directly at homestays, these products are not only attractive to tourists but also help increase economic value by 20-30% compared to traditional consumption.
In addition, Lao Mu sticky rice - a "treasure" of local agricultural products, has also been developed into OCOP products such as sticky rice and Khanh Thien young rice flakes.
Linking production with experience has helped promote the brand of agricultural products effectively, while expanding sustainable output.
Reality shows that the model of combining tourism with agriculture is bringing many benefits to Lam Thuong. Not only increasing income for people, this model also contributes to solving the problem of "bumper crop, price drop", when products are consumed on the spot with higher value.
From a purely agricultural countryside, Lam Thuong commune is gradually affirming its position on the agricultural tourism map.
This direction not only creates motivation for economic development but also contributes to cultural preservation, landscape preservation and towards sustainable development for the Lao Cai highlands.
