Dong Hoi boosts night-time tourism through walking street
VOV.VN - The inauguration of a pedestrian street in Dong Hoi city in the central province of Quang Binh on April 23 is anticipated to diversify tourism products, accelerate service and trade activities, and develop a strong night-time economy moving forward, according to local authorities.
The walking street is scheduled to open to residents and visitors from 6 p.m. to midnight on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays in the streets of Phan Boi Chau and Dong Hoi, with the total length of the sight spanning approximately one kilometre.
The inauguration of the pedestrian street will be part of a series of other activities which are being held within the framework of Dong Hoi Culture and Tourism Week 2021.
After being suspended for a year due to the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) epidemic, the occasion is set to be held between April 23 and May 2, with plenty of cultural, culinary, and artistic activities taking place, such as a street carnival, a traditional boat racing on the Nhat Le river, a Bai Choi singing festival, art performances, and traditional folk games.
Hoang Thi Thanh Nhung, vice chairwoman of the Dong Hoi City People's Committee, said the city has now completed all necessary infrastructure and decorated the pedestrian street area. This has been done whilst ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors who can come to enjoy a unique cultural space at night, especially to mark the occasion of the upcoming Reunification Day on April 30 and May Day (May 1) holiday.
