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Top 5 beautiful tourist destinations of Cao Bang - Explore Real Asia

Top 5 beautiful tourist destinations of Cao Bang - Explore Real Asia

April 26, 2021

Cao Bang tourism itinerary includes many destinations that attract the attention of tourists. Nature has endowed this northeastern land with gorgeous  and extremely romantic nature. In this article, let's explore 5 most attractive places for tourists in Cao Bang with Explore Real Asia!

1.The majestic Ban Gioc waterfall

 

Traveling to Cao Bang without ever visiting Ban Gioc waterfall is such a big mistake. Ban Gioc waterfall is inherently interesting to many tourists. It belongs to the global Cao Bang Geopark complex, which is recognized globally by UNESCO. It is located in Dam Thuy commune, Trung Khanh district, Cao Bang province. Moreover, a fresh and cool climate makes Ban Gioc waterfall the most magnificent and beautiful waterfall in Vietnam.


The magnificent Ban Gioc waterfall
The magnificent Ban Gioc waterfall


Ban Gioc waterfall is divided into two parts. One part is located on the Vietnam - China border with the border of Quay Son river. The rest is entirely within the territory of Vietnam. From the top of the waterfall to the foot of the waterfall is about 100 meters high, causing the swift stream to fall down like a smooth white silk, and then release white foam at the bottom of the lake. If you want to feel the grandeur of Ban Gioc waterfall, visitors to Ban Gioc waterfall tour from Hanoi should go in the summer. From June to September, Cao Bang transforms into the rainy season with the most abundant amount of water. If you love peace, travel to Cao Bang in the remaining months to enjoy the air beside the gentle waterfall.

 

2. Immerse yourself in a peaceful space at the Pac Bo relic

Located in Truong Ha commune, Ha Quang district, Pac Po is a beautiful and unique tourist destination in Cao Bang. Visiting this historic site, visitors will have the most authentic view of the simple, rustic and "so luxurious" life of Uncle Ho - the beloved leader of the Vietnamese nation.


Lenin Stream, Pac Bo
Lenin Stream, Pac Bo 


Being a military base with many dangers, but the scenery at the Pac Bo relic is always strangely peaceful. Between the four sides are mountains, clouds, sky, caves and streams, visitors can clearly feel the intense life that always exists here. Lenin spring water is always a green color day by day, downstream through many rocky rapids. The stream flowing through the Pac Bo cave was the place where Uncle Ho used to go fishing after working.


Uncle Ho's
Uncle Ho's "Bed" in Coc Bo Cave


Standing from the cave, tourists on the Ban Gioc Waterfall Tour can see the scenery of the mountains and hills.The immense golden paddy fields, further are the peaceful villages and the colorful forests. Urban tourists often hide from the sweltering summer sun and find the Pac Bo Cao Bang relic, which is both cool and relaxing in their soul.

 

3. Explore the relic of Tran Hung Dao forest

Tran Hung Dao primitive forest in Tam Kim commune, Nguyen Binh district, Cao Bang is recognized as a special national historic site and is one of the rare primitive forests that still retains its natural beauty. This place has a cool and pleasant climate all year round. The average temperature in this forest falls between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius, so you can just wear a thin shirt.


Tran Hung Dao Forest | Source: vietnamtourism.gov.vn
Tran Hung Dao Forest | Source: vietnamtourism.gov.vn


The special national relic of Tran Hung Dao forest is a place to store many artifacts associated with the historical periods of our country, especially associated with the revolutionary activities of President Ho Chi Minh and General Vo Nguyen Giap. This place witnessed the moment when the Vietnam Propaganda Army for the Liberation Army was officially established. 

Tourists can also visit the memorial heroes who fell for the independence and freedom of the nation. Young people often look to Tran Hung Dao historic site to visit the scenery of lush green forests. In addition, it is also an opportunity to express deep gratitude to generations of their fathers. Some other places you can visit are: General Vo Nguyen Giap temple, Slam Cao mountain, gallery, Phia Den ecological area, Phia Oac, …

 

4. Nguom Ngao Cave filled with excitement

Nguom Ngao Cave is also a famous scenic spot in Cao Bang that tourists need to visit. The climate inside the cave is always cool and pleasing, so visitors can choose to travel to Nguom Ngao Cave at any time of the year.


Nguom Ngao Cave
Nguom Ngao Cave


The natural stalactite system and stalagmite have created a lively and interesting Nguom Ngao impact. The cave has a total length of about 2114m with 3 main gates including Ban Thuon, Nguom Lom and Nguom Ngao. Setting foot in the cave is like being lost in the fairyland. Visitors can unleash their creativity and imagine what the stone statues look like: this is a fairy, there is Buddha, next to it is a statue of a grandmother, ... More specifically, there are also rock instruments that, when knocked on, create melodious music like the Silk guitar. Thus, tourists find it to be amazing when visiting here.

 

5. Thang Hen Lake 

The last sightseeing that we recommend to you when traveling to Cao Bang is Thang Hen Lake - which is known as a fairytale in real life. With a shuttle shape with a length of up to 3000m and a width of about 1000m, the lake includes 36 large and small lakes on the top of a high mountain.


The majestic Thang Hen Lake
The majestic Thang Hen Lake


Tourists visiting Thang Hen Lake at any time of the year can always feel its peacefulness. Sitting on pretty small boats, glimpsed with the industrious boatman's silhouette or the mountain scenery steeped in smoke, always leave unforgettable emotions in the traveler 's mind. Around the lake are rows of whispering green trees, reaching out in the shade under the clear blue water. A few rays of sunlight sat quietly on the quiet lake surface, making the surface of the lake suddenly become sparkling and fanciful.

Traveling to Cao Bang, walking at Ban Gioc waterfall, Thang Hen lake, Nguom Ngao cave, ... always gives visitors great experiences. Hopefully, with the top 5 beautiful Cao Bang tourist attractions that we just mentioned above, visitors will have an interesting and memorable trip.