DNO - After its launch, a pedestrian street in Ban Thach Ward, Da Nang, has become a cultural and tourism space, drawing crowds of visitors.
The Ban Thach Pedestrian Street is located at March 24 Square, with two entrances on Tran Phu Street and Tran Hung Dao Street. Photo: XUAN SON
On April 17, authorities in Ban Thach Ward unveiled a new pedestrian street at March 24 Square.
The roughly 500-meter route is divided into multiple zones, including areas for music and street performances, OCOP product and souvenir displays, and food stalls.
Vice Chairman of the Ban Thach Ward People’s Committee Truong Ngoc Hai said the pedestrian street served as a cultural and tourism space, promoting traditional cuisine and local products.
It also provided a venue for connections among local authorities, businesses, vendors, and visitors, helping create jobs and boost tourism, he added.
Ao Dai performance at the pedestrian street. Photo courtesy of Ban Thach WardVisitors to the pedestrian street immerse themselves in a Bai Choi performance (a traditional Vietnamese folk game combining music, singing, and storytelling) organized by the Ban Thach Ward Bai Choi Club. Photo: XUAN SONThe pedestrian street is open in the evenings on weekdays. Photo: XUAN SONThe pedestrian street features decorative installations that attract visitors for photos. Photo: XUAN SONAfter opening, the Ban Thach Pedestrian Street has attracted visitors not only from the ward but also from nearby areas such as Huong Tra, Tam Ky, and Quang Phu. Photo: XUAN SONOfficials in Ban Thach Ward plan to further develop technical infrastructure, decorative lighting, and landmark features to enhance the pedestrian street for visitors. Photo: XUAN SONThe pedestrian street serves as a venue for socializing, recreation, and cultural and artistic activities, contributing to a more modern and civilized urban lifestyle. Photo: XUAN SONThe pedestrian street operates nightly throughout the week to serve residents and visitors. Photo: XUAN SONBan Thach Ward authorities are on duty to guide residents to park in designated areas and ensure security and order in the pedestrian street area. Photo: XUAN SON