Vietnam explores railway heritage to boost economic and tourism growth

A scientific workshop held in Hanoi on October 30 focused on integrating railway heritage and cultural resources into the development strategies of Vietnam Railways. Experts discussed methods to preserve historical infrastructure, vehicles, and professional knowledge while modernizing the national rail system to drive economic growth.

Successful models such as the “Hoa phuong do” and “Hanoi 5 Cua O” routes demonstrate the potential of combining transport with history, art, and cuisine. The goal is to transform train journeys into significant tourist attractions and turn railway stations into cultural exchange hubs.

In a practical application of these concepts, a heritage train route connecting Hanoi and Thai Nguyen was inaugurated. The journey hosted delegates, including spouses of ambassadors and heads of foreign diplomatic missions, as part of the preparations for the 2026 Thai Nguyen International Tea Festival. The experience included mobile cultural spaces, tea tasting in the Tan Cuong region, and traditional performances.