Hanoi, Sept. 6 -- Amid rapid urbanisation and shrinking agricultural land, Hanoi is leveraging its suburban advantage by developing agro-tourism tied to the preservation of traditional culture and the creation of a modern rural economy, aiming to diversify agricultural value, stimulate local growth, and ensure sustainable livelihoods for farmers.

Expanding agro-tourism opportunities

With vast, diverse, and culturally rich rural areas, Hanoi has identified community-based agro-tourism as a pillar of local economic growth. The approach helps restructure agriculture toward sustainability, attract investment, and generate jobs.

The city boasts over 1,000 craft villages and traditional handicraft communities - cultural and artisanal treasur...