Japanese-funded tourism project helps Vietnamese ethnic minority

A community-based tourism project has helped to improve living standards of Co Tu ethnic minority people in the central province of Quang Nam. The project funded by Japan’s Foundation for International Development and Relief helped local people preserve their culture and traditional customs. 
April 04, 2018 | 13:59

Japanese-funded tourism project helps Vietnamese ethnic minority

Young Co Tu girls are assigned to stand at the gates of local tourism sites to welcome visitors

Briu Thuong, chairman of Co Tu community-based tourism co-operative in Ta Bhing Commune, said that the co-operative has attracted 300 members.

Co Tu girls offer souvenirs for tourists

When receiving a tour, the co-operative holds a meeting for all members to arrange them to serve visitors. Local people often prepare their cuisine, perform dances and play gongs, offer home-stays and serve as tour guides.

Young Co Tu girls are assigned to stand at the gates of local tourism sites to welcome visitors.

A visitor interested in Co Tu people's brocade weaving

The project has also helped people to compile specific regulations for tourists. Local residents can sell their traditional products such as brocade and souvenirs.

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