The International Congress on Spiritual Tourism for Sustainable
Development will take place in the northern province of Ninh Binh from
November 21-22, aiming to enhance the positive effects of spiritual
tourism on economic and social development of communities and societies.
The event will explore ways in which living
culture, traditions and beliefs can be integrated into tourism while
respecting the four pillars of sustainability: environment, economy,
society, and culture.
It will draw particular
attention to the following areas: Understanding and safeguarding of
spiritual, religious and cultural values and assets in the context of
tourism; development, management, promotion, and interpretation of
spiritual tourism products; and socio-economic inclusion and empowerment
of local communities, in particular of vulnerable groups.-VNA