For the first time, hot air balloons of various sizes were flown over Lai Chau city, in the excitement and excitement of tourists and local people.
Hot air balloon flight was held this morning (December 24) at the People’s Square of Lai Chau Province, with the participation of 6 standard mini balloons.This is an activity within the framework of the cultural tourism week of Tam Duong district and is held for the first time in Lai Chau.To start the hot air balloon, the engineering team used a fan to stretch the balloon and used a fire to burn the air to make the light air push the balloon up.The control of the large hot air balloon is done by a pilot and uses two gas lines by gas to lift and lower.According to the pilots participating in the hot air balloon activities, in the world, hot air balloons are commonly used in many activities, but in Vietnam today is still limited.The hot air balloon flight in Vietnam is mainly used for tourism activities and ground exploration with an elevated perspective.The hot air balloon flight in Lai Chau, apart from the large airship used to transport passengers, also has 6 small hot air balloons for performance and decoration.The small hot air balloons also use blowers and gas such as large hot air balloons to lift off the ground, but are controlled by remote control.The air pump and gas combustion are ensured according to strict techniques to slowly lift them up, to avoid burning the shell of the ball.Mr. Tong Thanh Hai, Permanent Vice Chairman of Lai Chau Provincial People’s Committee said: This is an activity to promote tourism promotion of the locality, with the expectation that in 2021 Lai Chau tourism will take off, creating momentum for development. economy and jobs for ethnic minorities in the area.The large hot air balloon pedestal is made of clouds and can carry 4 – 5 passengers on board.Ms. Tan Thi Que, Director of Lai Chau Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism said: This is an activity within the framework of the paragliding tournament “Flying to the top of Pu Ta Leng expansion 2020” and an opportunity for tourists to explore the landscape of mountains and forests, Lai Chau village from above.From above, the images are captured in the eyes of visitors, with a 306-degree view of Lai Chau city and the villages of ethnic Mong, Thai, Dao, Giay … mixed in green of the Northwestern forest mountainsRight on the opening day of the hot air balloon flight operation, it attracted thousands of people in the area and local tourists.The schools in the area also consider this as an experiential activity, helping students to break the hot air balloon in real life.According to Ms. Huyen, a teacher of a kindergarten in Lai Chau city leading the students to the Provincial People’s Square said: This is an activity of practical significance, they are very excited and hope that the activity The event will take place annually and bring a new feature to the tourism industry of Lai Chau./.
