On August 31, all streets in Buon Ma Thuot ward (Dak Lak province) became bustling when many domestic and foreign tourists flocked to visit and relax during the National Day holiday on September 2.
The highlight of this year's holiday is Dak Lak Culture, Tourism and Cuisine Week 2025 with many attractive activities.
In particular, the food stalls attract a large number of tourists to experience and enjoy delicious dishes from all over the country.
Ms. Nguyen Thi Kim Phuong, owner of the "Tam Phuong Traditional Property" establishment (Hue city) shared: "I traveled nearly 600km from Hue to Dak Lak to attend the event. The biggest goal is to introduce delicious fish sauce and Hue specialties to domestic and foreign tourists.
"We both sell and recommend each type of fish sauce - each type has its own flavor, suitable for each dish. After 2 days of opening for sale, the booth has attracted quite a lot of customers to enjoy and buy as gifts and use" - Ms. Phuong shared more.
Similarly, Ms. Le Phuong, a business owner from Tuy Hoa ward (Dak Lak) said that this is the third year she has participated in the event. She brought herbal products and herbal shampoos to display at the fair.
"This year, the organizing committee has done a very methodical job, arranging the booths appropriately and decorating beautifully. I prepared the goods with full documents proving their origin, ensuring their health safety. Although the business situation is not as expected, I hope that when the rain stops, the number of customers will be higher, Ms. Phuong hopes.
Not only in Buon Ma Thuot ward, many tourist areas and spots in communes in Dak Lak province also attract a large number of tourists to visit and relax.
At Cau Treo Buon Don - Lang An Tourist Area (Buon Don Commune), on August 31, the number of visitors was quite large.
Mr. Nguyen Duc, Deputy Director of the branch, in charge of this tourist area, said that we recreate the profession of hunting and purely raising wild elephants - a long-standing cultural feature typical of Buon Don land.
In particular, visitors can also experience interacting with elephant representatives, bathing in elephants, tying up their wrists to pray for luck and learning about the behavior of elephants - Mr. Duc shared.
Mr. Tran Minh Khoa, a tourist from Ha Tinh, shared: "This is the 4th time I have come to Dak Lak on the occasion of September 2. My family often goes to Cau Treo Buon Don Tourist Area - Island Village because of the wild, lyrical scenery and many elephants serving tourists.
After staying here until the evening of August 31, we will go to Buon Ma Thuot to have fun, visit fairs and enjoy the cuisine of the three regions.
According to Mr. Khoa, this morning, September 2, his family will gather together to watch the celebration, parade, and parade of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day on September 2 on television at a coffee shop in Buon Ma Thuot ward (Dak Lak province).
Mr. Le Phuc Long - Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Dak Lak province commented: "With careful and thoughtful preparation, the week is expected to become an important highlight in the province's cultural - tourism activities. At the same time, it spreads the message about a friendly, hospitable Dak Lak, rich in potential and aspiring to rise up".
