The Ban Gioc/Detian Waterfalls comprises a series of cascades that straddle the border of Vietnam and China. - VT
HANOI: The Ban Gioc (Vietnam)-Detian (China) Waterfalls area has been officially opened after one year of testing as the first cross-border tourist site between Vietnam and China.
The inauguration took place in the area between the two checkpoints on either side of the falls, with the participation of representatives of the Cao Bang Province People's Committee [government] in Vietnam and the government of the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region in China.
The opening for tourists to visit the Ban Gioc/Detian Waterfalls affirms political trust, promotes mutual interests, strengthens friendly exchanges, and plays a crucial role in advancing the comprehensive strategic partnership between Vietnam and China.
Both sides will continue to enhance cooperation in protecting the tourism resources of Ban Gioc/Detian Waterfalls, preserving natural resources and cultural values.
They will coordinate to ensure the security and safety of tourists and actively research and collaborate on distinctive border projects, turning the waterfalls into a tourist magnet.
The scenic area’s infrastructure has seen significant investment, ensuring better conditions for travelling.
The one-year pilot operation achieved positive results. From Sept 15, 2023 to Sept 15, 2024, there have been over 13,000 tourists visiting the scenic site.
There were 570 groups with 6,987 people from China crossing into Vietnam, and 369 groups with 4,947 Vietnamese tourists visiting China.
Tourist pick-up and drop-off activities are coordinated smoothly by travel agencies on both sides.
The Ban Gioc/Detian Waterfalls tourist operation begins daily from 8am (Hanoi time) or 9am (Beijing time) until 2pm and 3pm, respectively. - Vietnam News/ANN
