What is it about the tiny leaves in Hoi An that makes Western tourists sniff at them?

TPO – Tourists are fascinated by the fragrance emanating from the tiny leaves in Tra Que vegetable village, Hoi An city, Quang Nam and excited to experience carrying water to grow vegetables.

Tra Que Vegetable Village, Hoi An City (Quang Nam) has just become the only representative of Vietnam to be honored as the Best Tourist Village in 2024 by the United Nations Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). Photo: Hoai Van.

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Tra Que vegetable village is 3km northeast of Hoi An ancient town, formed in the 16th century.

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This is also a favorite destination for tourists, especially international visitors.

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Western visitors are fascinated by the distinctive aroma emanating from the tiny vegetable petals.

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Pass around and inhale the magical aroma of Tra Que vegetables.

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The village has the unique characteristics of a river island near the sea. The village is surrounded by Co Co River and Tra Que Lagoon, providing a mild climate and fertile soil, creating favorable conditions for people to create and develop the traditional organic vegetable growing profession.

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Cham stone well, one of the historical relics in Tra Que village, is being preserved by local people.

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Water tanks used by tourists to water vegetables are stocked with ornamental fish to keep the water clean and clear.

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Tourists love the green vegetable beds and fresh air.

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Tourists "shot hearts" after exciting experiences.

Currently, Tra Que village has 202 households growing vegetables with 326 direct workers on an area of 18 hectares of cultivated land, bringing in a stable source of income. In April 2022, the vegetable growing profession in Tra Que was recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and included in the list of National Intangible Cultural Heritage, belonging to the category of folk knowledge and traditional handicrafts.