This massive grotto was first explored in 1994 and has developed a reputation as the most extensive and beautiful cave in the region. Part of the Tu Lan Cave System, Tien (Fairy) Cave is located in Cao Quang Commune, Tuyen Hoa district. Like a Roman amphitheater, Hang Tien features soaring ceilings and bellowing indoor acoustics. Stalactites hang down from overhead like …
Dong Hoi, Vietnam
Positioned on the coast and featuring more than 12km (7 mi) of beaches, Dong Hoi is the provincial capital of the Quang Binh Province. A hub for business, transportation, and tourism, the city is also an important destination for travelers exploring Vietnam’s North Central Coast Region. Tourism in Dong Hoi is fueled by its local beaches, markets, historical sites, temples, …
Phong Nha Township, Dong Hoi, Vietnam
Once called Son Trach (Sơn Trạch), Phong Nha began as a rural commune before becoming a township in Vietnam. Rural even today, the township sits on the bank of the Son River and is the closest community to the renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site, Phong Nha-Ke Bang (Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng) National Park. Although compact, Phong Nha has greatly expanded in recent years as it is the …
Quang Binh Province, Vietnam
Bursting onto the scene with the discovery of the world’s largest natural cave, Hang Son Doong (Hang Son Doòng), Quang Binh Province has become one of the top ecotourism destinations in Vietnam. Highlighting some of the best natural wonders of Vietnam, the province is a phenomenal destination where tourists can explore subterranean habitats. Above ground, gorgeous limestone …
Gianh River – Quang Binh Province
The Gianh River (Sông Gianh) is 268 km/167 miles long and flows through Quang Binh Province and towards Vietnam's North Central Coast, emptying into the East Vietnam Sea. After the Trinh-Nguyen War in the 17th century, the river was a natural border between the northern and southern regions. Documentary Film In 2019, Director Dao Duc Thanh and writer Nguyen Sy Hao created …
Son River – Quang Binh Province
The Son River is about 7,729 m (4.8 mi) long upstream and runs underground beneath the limestone mountains in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. As a tributary of the Gianh River, it's located in the northcentral coastal region in Quang Binh Province and flows towards the shore where it empties into the South China Sea. The river's other name, Song Troc, translates to …
7 Best Zip Lines in Vietnam
Soaring hundreds of meters over lush foliage, ziplining in Vietnam allows you to take in the country's natural beauty from a new perspective. While ziplines exist in destinations around the world, the ones found here are particularly stunning, whisking you through national parks, near waterfalls, and into thriving jungles. In no particular order, here are the top zip lines …
Discover the Vietnamese Landscapes of Kong: Skull Island
The 2017 blockbuster Kong: Skull Island centers on a team of scientists and explorers mapping a mysterious island. Led by a combat unit not entirely ready to return home in the waning days of the Vietnam War, they soon encounter the 100-foot tall Kong and all hell breaks loose. Of course, he's not even the scariest monster they eventually face in their attempts to escape the …
Hang Son Doong Cave – Quang Binh Province
Situated in the depths of the Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, Hang Son Doong is one of Vietnam's greatest natural wonders. Discovered in 1991 and known as the world's largest cave by volume, the sheer size of Hang Son Doong will leave you speechless. Inside Hang Sơn Đoòng the Largest Cave in the World Hang Son Doong is an absolute behemoth of a cave, full of soaring 70-meter …
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park – Quang Binh Province
Phong Nha-Ke Bàng National Park is a densely forested and jungled national park that harbors the world's largest known cave system, Hang Son Doong. With immense caverns and still uncharted sections, the Son Doong has captivated researchers and travelers since its discovery in 2009. While permission to enter the cave is restricted, the allure surrounding Son Doong has …