The event, the first of its kind in the province, runs from July 13th to 20th on the Nhat Le river in Dong Hoi city.

The European-style catamarans, featuring a four-meter mast and measuring three meters in length, are made of new material PPC (Copolymer Polypropylene Polystone).

Participants will be able to partake in a simulation tour which allows them to be a sailor, or watch the parade of sail from the lighthouse to Quan Hau Bridge.

This is a chance to solve difficulties for the province's tourism after a number of environmental incidents, popularize tourism destinations, especially bring visitors a new and positive tourism products.

According to local authorities, following the inaugural edition, the event is expected to be held annually with the aim of attracting more tourists to Quang Binh and speeding up development of the province's tourism sector.

By Nhu Y
(Source: Quang Binh Portal)