Ninh Binh, April 11 -- The northern province of Ninh Binh is reinforcing its position as one of Vietnam's leading tourism destinations by placing cultural heritage at the centre of its development strategy, using traditional festivals to preserve its former imperial legacy while promoting sustainable tourism growth.

Cultural festivals shape tourism appeal

Springtime cultural festivals have become a key tourism draw in Ninh Binh, attracting large numbers of visitors nationwide. Major events such as the Hoa Lu Festival, Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival and Trang An festivities highlight the province's distinctive cultural identity.

Among them, the Bai Dinh Pagoda Festival remains one of Vietnam's largest annual religious events, welcoming millio...