Two Vietnamese villages honoured as “Best Tourism Villages 2025” by the UN Tourism

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Visitors enjoy a bamboo rafting experience at Quynh Son Community-based Tourism Village (Lang Son Province). Photo: Anh Tuan – VNA
Visitors experience traditional rice harvesting using simple tools at Quynh Son Community-based Tourism Village (Lang Son Province). Photo: Anh Tuan – VNA
Visitors experience traditional rice harvesting using simple tools at Quynh Son Community-based Tourism Village (Lang Son Province). Photo: Anh Tuan – VNA
The rice harvest season at Quynh Son Community-based Tourism Village (Lang Son Province). Photo: Anh Tuan – VNA
Local residents prepare grilled dishes for visitors, showcasing the unique cuisine of the highlands at Lo Lo Chai Village (Tuyen Quang Province). Photo: Minh Tam – VNA
A charming stop on the journey to explore Lo Lo Chai Village, where visitors can enjoy coffee while taking in the authentic northern highland atmosphere. Photo: Minh Tam – VNA
The road leading to Lo Lo Chai Village (Tuyen Quang Province). Photo: Nguyen Chien – VNA
Peach blossoms in full bloom at Lo Lo Chai Village. Photo: Khanh Hoa – VNA
Traditional houses in Lo Lo Chai Community-based Tourism Village. Photo: Minh Tam – VNA
Lo Lo women carefully embroider traditional brocade, preserving cultural heritage and creating products for community-based tourism. Photo: Minh Tam – VNA
Yin-yang roof tiles, a distinctive architectural feature of Lo Lo houses in Lo Lo Chai Village. Photo: Khanh Hoa – VNA
Lo Lo villagers perform traditional dances, captivating visitors with their vibrant cultural expressions. Photo: Minh Tam – VNA
Two Vietnamese villages honoured as “Best Tourism Villages 2025” by the UN Tourism
The United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) has awarded the title “Best Tourism Villages 2025” to Lo Lo Chai Village (Tuyen Quang Province) and Quynh Son Community-based Tourism Village (Lang Son Province). The recognition of Lo Lo Chai and Quynh Son as among the world’s best tourism villages highlights international acknowledgment of Viet Nam’s efforts in preserving indigenous cultural values and promoting sustainable tourism. The award is not only a source of pride for the two localities but also a well-deserved recognition of Viet Nam’s ongoing commitment to developing community-based and sustainable tourism models. Photo: VNA