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Cao Bang, a northern mountainous province with a cool climate and majestic natural scenery, is waiting for you to explore its renowned tourist spots compiled by Vntrip.vn.
Ban Gioc Waterfall
Bản Giốc is one of the most magnificent and beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam. Located on the Quây Sơn River on the border between Vietnam and China, in Ðàm Thủy commune, Trùng Khánh district, Cao Bằng province, it is the most famous tourist destination in Cao Bang. Day and night, the roaring waterfall cascades from a height of over 30m, the massive water flow crashes down onto the limestone steps, creating dazzling white silk ribbons and misty white haze that covers the area.
On sunny days under the sunlight, the white silk ribbons become even more dazzling and mysterious with golden rays, sometimes even forming rainbows. At the foot of the waterfall lies the calm river surface, spreading like a mirror, reflecting the majestic waterfall and the lush green carpet of grass and forests, all blending into a scene as if in a fairyland.
Nguom Ngao Cave
Nguom Ngao Cave is located in Gun village, Ðàm Thuỷ commune, Trùng Khánh district, Cao Bằng province, just 3km away from Ban Gioc waterfall. The cave stretches over 2000m and consists of three main entrances: Nguom Ngao, Nguom Lồm, and Bản Thuôn. Its name comes from the Tay ethnic language, where 'ngườm' means cave and 'ngao' means tiger, thus Nguom Ngao translates to Tiger Cave. This is one of the most famous tourist spots in Cao Bang, attracting thousands of visitors.
Venturing deeper inside, visitors will be amazed by its mystical and impressive appearance, with layers of stalactites sparkling in various shapes and golden hues. Stalactite formations growing from the ground up or descending from above create incredibly vivid and fascinating landscapes.
Thang Hen Lake
The Pác Bó Historical Site is a significant national revolutionary historical site of Vietnam, located in Pac Bo village, Truong Ha commune, Ha Quang district, Cao Bang province, approximately 55 km north of Cao Bang city. It is also a tourist attraction in Cao Bang that garners attention from many visitors. This place is where Uncle Ho once worked and directly led our nation's revolutionary struggle.
You can explore various historical sites within the Pác Bó historical complex such as: Ho Chi Minh Memorial House, Coc Bo Cave - where Ho Chi Minh lived and worked, Lung Lanh Cave, Nguom Vai Cave, Bo Bam Cave, Rac Swamp, the foundation of Mr. Ly Quoc Sung's house, Khuoi Nam hamlet, Mr. La Thanh's house foundation, Mac Mountain, Nam Stream, the stone table where revolutionary discussions took place, Le Stream, etc.
The Phat Tich Truc Lam Ban Gioc Pagoda
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The Phat Tich Truc Lam Ban Gioc Pagoda is built on Phia Nham Mountain, Dam Thuy commune (Trung Khanh), about 500m from Ban Gioc waterfall. This is the first pagoda built in the northern border of the country by the province. Phat Tich Truc Lam Ban Gioc Pagoda is also one of the focal points of tourism in Cao Bang province.
Phuc Sen Blacksmith Village
Phuc Sen Village is located in Phuc Sen commune, Quang Uyen district, Cao Bang province. This is the living place of the Nung An ethnic people, and blacksmithing is their traditional profession. It is one of the unique craft villages in Vietnam as well as a tourist destination in Cao Bang attracting visitors to explore. The benefits from tourist arrivals here have contributed to improving the livelihoods of the people in the village.
Ma Phuc Pass
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Ma Phuc Pass marks the border between Hoa An district and Tra Linh district. It is renowned as the most beautiful pass on the QL3 route from Phu Lo to Ta Nung border gate, located 22 km from Cao Bang. Situated in Quoc Toan commune, Tra Linh district, Cao Bang province, to reach the summit of this pass, you have to traverse 7 steep curves. The narrow, winding road assures that this will be a favorite destination in Cao Bang for adventurous young people seeking challenges.
Cao Bang - China Border Gates
There are a total of 5 border gates in the province: Ta Lung International Border Gate, Tra Linh Border Gate, Po Peo Border Gate, Ly Van Border Gate, Soc Giang Border Gate. Among them, Ta Lung International Border Gate is the most famous.
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Ta Lung International Border Gate is located in Po Tap village, Ta Lung town, Phuc Hoa district, Cao Bang province. It is also the main border gate of the province. Ta Lung Border Gate is the endpoint of National Highway 3, followed by Thuy Khau Bridge over the Bac Vong River, connecting to Thuy Khau border gate in Guangxi province, China. At the border gate, there is a Vietnam-China border milestone, so you can also check in at this destination on your journey.
We hope that with these insights into the overview of tourist attractions in Cao Bang provided here, it will be a useful resource for your exploration and experiences during your journey.
