Tra Que Vegetable Village Hoi An: Discover a peaceful life on green farms

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Tra Que is a rustic destination in Hoi An that tourists should not miss out on (Source: Collected)

Besides ancient relic sites and the beautiful sea, Hoi An is also known for Tra Que Vegetable Village – a peaceful village with many sorts of unique ecological experiences for tourists. Here, you can get rid of all the pressure and fatigue from the busy life and relax comfortably in front of a rustic scenery. This is the ideal place for those who love nature and want to experience the authentic countryside life.

1. Introduction of Tra Que Vegetable Village Hoi An

Tra Que Vegetable Village is located in Cam Ha commune, Hoi An, Quang Nam. The village was formerly known as Nhu Que village which used to grow fragrant vegetables like basil. In the 18th century, King Gia Long the Nguyen Dynasty, came to this place. He heard about a strange vegetable that had a pungent taste like basil and a pleasant aroma like camellia, so he changed the village name to Tra Que (which means Basil Tea in Vietnamese).

The village still maintains the traditional method of growing organic vegetables. It only grows spices such as onion, basil, perilla, cilantro, etc. The process of growing vegetables here is also very meticulous. The water for irrigation comes from underground sources. The fertilizer comes from seaweed picked up from the lagoon. Those are the reasons why the vegetables here are always green.

Tra Que Vegetable Village only grows organic vegetables (Source: Collected)

2. What to do: Joyful activities in Tra Que Vegetable Village

2.1. Experience life on a farm

Coming to Tra Que vegetable village, you will have the opportunity to become a true farmer. You will be guided by the local people on how to dig soil, sow seeds, water vegetables and harvest them. Although the work is a bit tiring, after finishing, you will understand more about the life of a farmer and feel the simple serenity of the countryside.

Become a farmer at Tra Que Village Hoi An (Source: @bigdreamsworld2022)

2.2. Take a cooking class at Tra Que Garden

At the village, visitors can also have the chance to prepare ingredients and make the typical dishes of Hoi An by themselves. Each type of vegetables in Tra Que has 5 flavors, from sweetness, sourness to bitterness. Those ingredients have played an important role in making the taste of Quang Nam cuisine. To prepare delicious specialties by yourself will surely be an interesting experience in your journey.

2.3. Enjoy Tra Que herbal massage

During your visit to Tra Que Vegetable Village, you are highly recommended to spend a few hours relaxing with the foot massage service here. Known for its high quality, the herbs in the village are used for massage sessions in order to bring comfort to tourists. It is believed that this kind of massage can be incredibly beneficial to your health.

2.4. Take a walk or bike ride and admire the stunning sunset

With the absence of high-rise buildings within the area, the village is considered a great place for tourists to watch the sunset. When the sun goes down, the colors of the sky seem to blend seamlessly with the green fields, creating an extraordinary scene that can take your breath away.

2.5. Try tasty specialties of Tra Que Vegetable Village

Tam Huu spring roll is a specialty of Tra Que Herb Village (Source: Collected)

• “Tam Huu” spring roll

This is a prominent specialty of the village. Tam Huu spring rolls consist of shrimp, pork and basil rolled together with green onions. When enjoying this dish, you should dip it in a little sweet and sour fish sauce with garlic and chili.

• Quang noodles

It would be a waste to not try Quang noodles, a specialty of Quang Nam province. There is nothing tastier than the fragrant and chewy noodles enjoyed with shrimp, meat and raw vegetables picked at the village farms.

• Pancakes

Vietnamese pancake (banh xeo) is a very popular dish in Hoi An. The pancake has a golden and crispy crust, in addition to fillings such as shrimp, meat, and bean sprouts. To enjoy this dish, you can cut it up, then roll it with rice paper and mix it with raw vegetables.

• Sweet basil seed drinks

Coming to Tra Que Vegetable Village, don’t forget to treat yourself to a glass of sweet basil seed. This drink is rich in fiber, has a cooling effect and can reduce fatigue and stress.

3. Essential guides for visitors to Tra Que Vegetable Village

3.1. Best time to visit Tra Que Village

The weather in Tra Que Vegetable Village is very mild with a rainy season and a dry season. The highest temperature is only about 33 degrees which is very suitable for relaxation and entertainment activities. Therefore, you can visit the village at any time of the year.

However, the best time to come here is from May to July or from September to December. During this time, the weather is nice and the vegetables are lush. You can participate in growing, watering or harvesting vegetables with the local people right in the farms.

You should visit Tra Que Herb Village during May – July or September – December (Source: @nhuthuy25)

3.2. How to get to Tra Que Vegetable Village?

This village is about 2 kilometers away from Hoi An town’s center to the northeast, which makes it very convenient for visitors to plan their schedule to fully explore the town. Because the distance is not too far, tourists often go to Tra Que Vegetable Village by motorbike or bicycle. Bicycles are more popular because you can slowly go around the peaceful roads and enjoy the fresh air.

Note: If you move to the village by motorbike or bicycle, you can go deeper into the village. If you go by car, you will have to park your vehicle at the village entrance and then go in on foot.

3.3. Tra Que Vegetable Village’s entrance fee

According to the latest update of the tourism portal of Quang Nam province, the ticket price for Tra Que vegetable village ranges from VND 10,000 – 20,000/person (around $0.5 – 1) depending on whether you are a domestic or international visitor. In addition, visitors should prepare some additional money for dining and experiencing the activities at this tourist destination.

The entrance fee of Tra Que Hoi An Village is very affordable (Source: Collected)

3.4. Attractions near Tra Que Village Hoi An

Tra Que Village is not too far from Hoi An city center, so from here you can go to many other tourist attractions such as:

• An Bang beach

This is one of the two famous beaches in Hoi An. It attracts tourists with the unspoiled beauty of the clear blue sea, fine white sand and green coconut trees. Next to the beach, there are many homestays, hotels, restaurants, bars, etc. for you to try.

• Cua Dai beach

This is the other famous beach in Hoi An along with An Bang beach. It has nearly 7 kilometers of white sand stretches, clear water, gentle waves and shady coconut trees. Here, in addition to swimming and strolling around, do not forget to try fishing on the sea and participate in watersports such as volleyball.

• Hoi An ancient town

The ancient town of Hoi An is surely a not-to-be-missed location. It was recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site in 1999. The town attracts tourists with its ancient small houses and yellow walls, the colorful lantern streets, the quiet Hoai river and a lot of other famous heritage relics.

Hoi An is a must-go destination in your trip to Vietnam (Source: Collected)

• VinWonders Nam Hoi An

Address: Binh Minh commune, Thang Binh district, Quang Nam province

VinWonders Nam Hoi An is only a 25-minute drive away from Tra Que Vegetable Village. This unique amusement park is a combination of cultural, architectural and art experiences. Having numerous entertainment activities in its 5 subdivisions, the park will promisingly bring enjoyment to every visitor:

• • Harbor Corner: A place that reproduces the scene of a bustling trading port in the center of Hoi An in the 16th and 17th centuries
  • River Safari: The first and only riverside semi-wildlife conservation park in Vietnam with more than 50 species and nearly 550 individuals of animals
  • Island of Folk Culture: A place that gathers the cultural highlights of Vietnam’s three regions with its craft villages and traditional arts
  • Water World: an entertaining playground with water slides and pools for children, families and friends as well as tons of exhilarating and thrilling games
  • Adventure Land: A place that can test your bravery with extreme games which are not for the faint of heart

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Compared with other Hoi An destinations, Tra Que Vegetable Village attracts tourists with its own peaceful and rustic beauty. You will certainly enjoy the relaxing moments and experiences in this famous village – the place where Hoi An’s specialties originate.

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