The recognition was granted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam, according to an announcement released on May 15.
Under the decision, the Kim Lien National Tourism Area will cover approximately 10,500 hectares. Its main tourism service centre will be located in Thanh Vinh Ward, spanning around 1,554 hectares.
A view of Kim Lien Commune, Nghe An Province (Photo: Nguyen Phe).
The ministry said authorities in Nghe An would be responsible for managing and operating the tourism area in a professional and sustainable manner aimed at improving competitiveness.
The official recognition is expected to be announced publicly on the evening of May 18 during the opening ceremony of the Lang Sen Festival 2026.
Kim Lien relic site has been elevated to a national tourist area (Photo: Nguyen Phe).
This year’s festival includes a series of new activities marking the 136th anniversary of President Ho Chi Minh’s birth.
Alongside traditional ceremonies such as flower and incense offerings at the Kim Lien relic site and Chung Son Temple, organisers will stage a 15-minute high-altitude fireworks display.
Additional attractions include night tours, fairs promoting local products, traditional craft villages and regional cuisine.
The programme will also feature parades, ao dai performances, folk games and cultural and sporting events inspired by President Ho Chi Minh’s childhood.
According to organisers, the night tour experience will combine music, lighting and storytelling centred on Nghe An culture, offering visitors a fresh perspective on the homeland of President Ho Chi Minh.
