Sitting at the head of the Red River Delta Region, Phu Tho (Phú Tho) is a province in Northern Vietnam. Strategically located at the confluence of the Red and Da Rivers, this northern province has been nicknamed the “West Gate of Hanoi”. Important to the Phu Tho Province is the production of tea, dynastical connections, and the Xuan Son National Park (Xuân So’n). …
Red River – Northern Vietnam
The striking red waters of Song Hong constitute Northern Vietnam’s longest river. Originating in China’s Yunnan Province, Song Hong, also known as the Red River, majestically flows through North Vietnam before discharging in the Gulf of Tonkin. History of the Red (Song) River Spanning over 120km, the Red River played an important role in the era of French rule as it was …
Hung Temple – Phu Tho Province
Known for its dedication to the Hung Vuong Kings, the Hung Temple is set in Phu Tho Province, right by Nghia Linh Mountain. The area is about 100km/62 miles from Hanoi, making it one of northern Vietnam's most popular day trip destinations. Hung Temple is a part of a larger complex made up of four temples, one pagoda, a museum, and a tomb that was built and modified in the …
Xuan Son National Park – Phu Tho Province
A short distance from Hanoi, Xuân Son National Park protects the far southeastern end of the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range. The park’s most sought-after features include extensive cave systems, waterfalls, rivers, and dramatic limestone karsts. With over 37,000 acres of protected land, visitors will have plenty of opportunities to explore, trek, and observe Xuân Son’s …