Vietnam has become a booming tourist paradise in the recent years. The growing interest of the West to explore the East has been one of the key factors for this. Vietnam’s capital is well known among tourists and has a typical cosmopolitan environment. The nightlife, the shopping and the eateries are all similar to its other counterparts in Bangkok, Jakarta and Bali. However if one wants to step away from the hustle and bustle, Vietnam still has quite a lot to offer especially in its countryside and villages.
One of the places that is serene and full of lush greenery that is worth a visit is Tra Que, located in close proximity to Hoi An. Those looking for ideally located Hoi An hotels in the region from which to set off on their travels to such sites can consider Anantara Hoi An Resort.
The Tra Que village is named after the sweet scented vegetables that are a part of everyday meals of Hoi An. The villagers predominantly belong to a farming community. The rich and fertile soil and the abundance of water has made it possible to cultivate various types of fruits and vegetables here. Tourists often are taken aback by the farming practices that the farmers follow. Most of the cultivation is organic and involves no fertilizers. Instead the villagers use a type of algae found in the lagoon in Tra Que. To get the tourist involved there are some companies that offer cooking lessons as well. Tourists are also briefed on farming techniques and are given a chance to get hands on experience in some of the activities.
Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
