Lam Dong takes culture as the foundation for night-time economic development

In the past two years, developing the night economy has become a major orientation of the province. Implementing projects and plans, in the central wards of the two major cities of the province, many night-time economic models have been formed such as: Culinary streets, sightseeing, performing arts, entertainment, sports...

The report of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lam Dong also pointed out the limitations in the implementation process. In particular, the night-time economic models are still small and fragmented, lacking arrangements to form spaces and service chains. The infrastructure has not met the development requirements, lacking lighting and essential infrastructure. The night street models do not have specific and clear products.

The night tour program has not been invested in properly, and no night destinations have been established. Promotion and tour connection activities have not been effective due to the lack of unique products...

The Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism also proposed long-term solutions for developing the night-time economy in the coming time. In particular, it is necessary to develop a strategy and project for developing the night-time economy, creating a foundation to attract investment for development. At the same time, it is necessary to build a space for surveying, evaluating, planning...

Departments, branches and central wards have contributed many practical opinions on issues such as: Difficulties in implementing night-time economic models; planning adjustments; environmental sanitation issues; security, safety and order; investment resources; choosing reasonable spaces and routes; attracting businesses to invest in various types, creating tours...

Concluding the meeting, Mr. Dinh Van Tuan, Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, highly appreciated the sense of responsibility of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism. In particular, he emphasized that developing the night-time economy is a new type, associated with tourism.

He suggested that in the coming time, it is necessary to pay attention to expanding the space for night-time economic development in the areas of Gia Nghia, Bao Loc, Duc Trong, Lagi, etc.

At the same time, review the issue of night-time economic development, determine the direction of products that must be associated with natural advantages and cultural factors. In which, culture is the fundamental factor of the night-time economy. There, people are the subject, turning culture and natural advantages into products for sustainable development.

The Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee assigned the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism to preside over and coordinate the development of a new master plan for night-time economic development. First, it is necessary to conduct a survey to select suitable spaces, products and models. Identify the forces participating in the night-time economy associated with cultural industry, tourism and urban planning.

In the immediate future, continue to encourage the development of existing night-time economic models on streets and spaces. At the same time, encourage many households and businesses to create diverse products that attract tourists.