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Interesting experience in Tra Que vegetable village, Hoi An

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Located in Cam Ha commune, Tra Que vegetable village is about 3.5 km from the center of Hoi An city. With a green space and full of fragrance, this is a place for those who want to change the wind, temporarily away from the busy streets.

The strong and the aroma of basil and green onions,... blended together, making those who used to wander among the vegetable fields of Tra Que wonder. 


In the morning, the space of the vegetable village is clear and pure. Birds chirp. Adults go to the fields, children ride bicycles to school. In the afternoon, the sun gently pours on the leaves to welcome cool drops of water, shimmering in the sun. These are the most suitable times for you to have a walk or bicycle around the vegetable village to enjoy the fresh air and rush into this space reminiscent of childhood. 


In particular, coming to Hoi An, it is impossible not to enjoy Tra Que vegetables in dishes with bold Quang flavor such as Quang noodles, Cao Lau, Cam Nam mussels... Tra Que vegetables go from vegetable beds to rustic dishes in an idyllic way, famous for being delicious. Hoi An people are still proud that this is the best vegetable in Vietnam. 


Previously, in the land along the Que Vo River, the Tra Que people lived by fishing nets. Gradually, people realized that the soil and climate are suitable for green vegetables. The sandy soil, mild and cool riverside climate with water supply all year round are favorable conditions for green vegetables to grow. They started growing vegetables and have maintained it for more than 300 years. 


Every day, Tra Que farmers go to collect seaweed in Tra Que lagoon to make fertilizer for vegetables. Therefore, Tra Que vegetables, which are already clean thanks to growing on sandy soil, have a special aroma thanks to the source of nutrition. 


When the source of seaweed runs out, the Tra Que people still use manure to fertilize vegetables. Despite modern life, people still use manual farming methods with a closed process, without using chemicals to create delicious products and protect the environment.


Photo: Le Phuong

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