Green initiatives for cave spaces

On June 5th, in Ha Long City, the UNESCO Information Center (Vietnam Federation of UNESCO Associations) organized a seminar on the theme "Cultural Industry - A Green Driving Force for Cave Spaces". The seminar was attended by experts, researchers, and businesses operating in the tourism sector.

Speaking at the seminar, Dr. Do Tran Phuong, Deputy Head of the Tourism Faculty, Hanoi University of Culture, stated that diversifying tourism products should not only rely on traditional destinations but also develop unique new products. Combining traditional cultural values ​​with natural landscapes such as caves will create new and attractive tourism experiences that will draw visitors. However, this combination must comply with legal regulations, aim for sustainable tourism development, and be linked to the interests of the local people.

Quang Ninh boasts many beautiful and fascinating landscapes, providing valuable material for developing new tourism products.

At the seminar, experts and researchers also discussed the development of art products in caves in conjunction with environmental protection and the promotion of local cultural values; the responsibilities of management units, businesses, and the community; trends in promoting the potential of caves through art programs worldwide ; and the experiences of several countries.

Combining natural heritage conservation with cultural and artistic innovation to develop new tourism products such as art performances, 3D mapping, or community cultural experiences in caves will contribute to extending the length of stay, attracting a stable number of visitors, and creating a unique and attractive destination for the area and surrounding regions.

The opinions shared at the seminar all agreed that cave tourism is not only a journey to discover the magnificent beauty of nature, but also opens up opportunities for the cultural industry, aiming to build green, distinctive, and sustainable tourism products.

At the seminar, the Vietnam Federation of UNESCO Associations awarded the "Pioneering Mission on the Heritage Journey" to Ngoc Rong Cave Co., Ltd., recognizing its innovative efforts in developing tourism products linked to heritage and communities.

The event is an important step in realizing the spirit of the declaration to promote the creative economy and cultural connectivity for sustainable development, while opening up many prospects for the night-time economy model and cultural industry in localities rich in natural resources such as Quang Ninh.

Previously, for the first time, a live performance art program featuring the play "Searching for the Jade Gem" was held at the Jade Dragon Cave in the Vung Duc historical and scenic area, Cam Pha city. This unique landmark, deeply rooted in the cultural and historical heritage of Quang Ninh, provided a novel and exciting experience for everyone.

The live performance art program featuring the play "Searching for the Pearl" was held at Ngoc Rong Cave, Cam Pha City.

This also presents an opportunity for Quang Ninh's tourism industry to develop new tourism products by transforming caves into vibrant cultural experience spaces, linked to sustainable tourism, cultural industries, and the green economy; opening up a new direction in combining art, technology, and heritage, contributing to bringing cultural and historical landmarks closer to the public in an inspiring way.

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