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Bac Kan tourism impresses with numerous beautiful natural landscapes such as caves, freshwater lakes, and primeval forests... Below are the top tourist attractions in Bac Kan in this mountainous province of Northeast Vietnam.
Green lakes in the water color
1. Ba Be Lake
Located in the heart of Ba Be National Park, Ba Be Lake is one of the most beautiful and unique natural wonders in Vietnam. Its formation was due to geological changes millions of years ago that caused the subsidence of limestone mountain ranges and caves. Particularly, the geographical feature of the three lakes Pé Lèng, Pé Lù, and Pé Lầm merging together forms Ba Be Lake.
With a total length of over 8km and a water surface area of 500ha, the lake has beautiful small islands and is home to hundreds of freshwater fish species. Ba Be is located at an altitude of 150m above sea level, surrounded by high limestone mountains and ancient primeval forests. It is a highlight of Bac Kan tourism with its clear blue water and cool climate all year round, resembling a watercolor painting from a distance. In 2012, Ba Be Lake was recognized as a Special National Landscape.
Traveling to Ba Be Lake to admire the beautiful natural scenery of Vietnam (Photo: @sasa.sunnie)
2. Fairy Pond
This is the habitat of some local fish species and other aquatic animals, with an area of about 3ha. Occasionally, local fishermen come to this Bac Kan tourist destination to fish. The name 'Fairy Pond' is associated with the legend of a hunter and 7 celestial fairies descending to earth. Why not be amazed by the fresh and gentle beauty, but also admire the strange footprints on the rocks.
3. Ban Chang Lake
Ban Chang Lake is a beautiful natural crescent-shaped lake, covering 5ha, with an ideal location in the valley. Surrounding the lake are vast pine forests, and the climate here is especially cool and fresh. Every weekend, this place attracts many groups of travelers, youth, and families to organize picnics, weekend activities, barbecue, fishing, etc.
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Explore the caves
4. Puong Cave
Puong Cave is located on the limestone mountains of Lung Nham in the north of Ba Be National Park. This is a natural limestone cave located in the Phja Puong mountain range. The Nang River flows through the 351m-long cave, flowing from the northeast to the southwest.
The cave entrance has a height of over 60m, and the water depth ranges from 6 to 10m. When stepping inside, tourists in Bac Kan will immediately admire the beauty of stalactites, a place where many species of bats and swallows live. Puong Cave's beauty comes from the harmony of the river and the natural beauty of the stalactites, exuding an irresistible charm. At this Bac Kan tourist destination, we will witness firsthand the fascinating and lively landscapes, the essence of the mountains and rivers, the combination of water and land.
5. Hua Ma Cave
Hua Ma Cave is located on the Hua Ma mountain range (horse's head mountain). It is a hanging cave located at an altitude of 350m above sea level, with a depth of nearly 700m. The cave floor is dry, cool in summer, and warm in winter. Inside the cave, there are many beautiful stalactites with unique shapes such as the statue of Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara on a lotus tower, the image of Master Tang and his disciples going to collect scriptures, terraced fields, stone curtains, stone gates... According to the assessment of survey experts and domestic tourists, Hua Ma Cave is the most pristine and beautiful natural cave in the region.
6. Na Phoong Cave
This is another destination located in the Ba Be National Park area. Na Phoong Cave has a spacious, cool space with fresh air. Due to the rugged terrain, during the resistance war against the French, the cave was chosen as the location for the Voice of Vietnam Radio Station (1950 – 1954). This large and mysterious cave promises to bring many interesting things for us to explore with Mytour.
7. Fairy Cave
Fairy Cave is a natural limestone cave that has been around for a long time and is classified as a national relic. From afar, the cave looks like a sleeping fairy, sparkling and mysterious inside with stalactites. Legend has it that seven fairies from heaven once visited the earthly realm and rested in this cave, hence the name Fairy Cave.
Tourists visiting Bac Kan step into the cave to witness the extremely attractive and splendid beauty of nature. In the dark space, the cave sparkles with magical glitter from stalactites, stalagmites, and columns. The cave is also connected to many small caves around, making it more mysterious and romantic.
White Waterfall in the Middle of the Great Mountains
8. Head Rush Waterfall
This waterfall is located about 3km west of Ba Be Lake, with a length of over 1,000 meters, flowing through countless rock formations. Head Rush is where the Nang River is broken with large and small rocks piled up hundreds of meters high. From above, the water rushes down, creating a majestic symphony of white foam, amidst the grand mountains.
Head Rush Waterfall is home to many rare fish species, including giant fish weighing up to tens of kilograms. Every March and April, after the early season rains, schools of fish compete to cross the waterfall, creating an impressive scene known as the 'Fish Overcoming the Waterfall'.
9. Silver Waterfall at Ban Vang
Silver Waterfall at Ban Vang stands about 40m tall with nearly vertical cliffs. This natural waterfall consists of multiple tiers, and at the foot of the waterfall are small lakes ranging from 100 to 200m2, creating beautiful natural bathing spots. Travelers to Bac Kan will feel the strange grandeur amidst the peaceful, pristine mountains and forests. Besides, the experience of the pure, fresh air imbued with the scent of wildflowers will be unforgettable moments.
10. Na Khoang Waterfall
Located at the foot of Deo Gio Pass, covering an area of about 12ha, the Na Khoang waterfall system consists of 4 tiers stretching about 600m, with an average width of 15m, flowing into the Ban Mach stream. This place is likened to a gentle flower in the midst of the wilderness, with the highest waterfall as the main flower and the smaller cascades as its petals scattered on the rocks.
Surrounding the waterfall is mainly secondary forest, with an average coverage of 75% - 85%. Above the waterfall, there is also a small, clear lake, an ideal bathing spot to escape the noise and immerse oneself in the vast land to feel the coolness and unique tranquility of this land.
11. Na Dang Waterfall
This is a waterfall flowing from the mountaintop with a height of over 100m, creating a fascinating natural landscape. Travelers can choose a budget tour to Na Dang waterfall to witness the masterpiece that nature has bestowed upon this land of Bac Kan, a magnificent painting that leaves many in awe.
Historical Landmarks
12. Deo Giang Historical Site
The Deo Giang Historical Site is located at the border between the two districts of Bac Thong and Ngan Son in Bac Kan province. In the past, this place was where the Thủ Đô regiment destroyed all of the French army's motor vehicles during the Winter Campaign of 1947. Deo Giang can be said to be a destination for visiting historical relics, attracting a large number of domestic tourists to visit each year.
13. ATK - Cho Don Area
Cho Don district was once chosen by President Ho Chi Minh as a safe area for the resistance against the French colonialists. From 1947 to 1952, most central agencies were headquartered in Cho Don district, such as the Voice of Vietnam, the Telecommunications Office, the Military School, the Military Industry Workshop, and the Cứu Quốc newspaper printing house.
Currently, the historical site complex ATK - Cho Don consists of 06 national historical sites (Ban Ca, Na Pau, Khuoi Linh, Ban Bang, Na Quan, Doi Khau Ma), 04 provincial historical sites (Na Pay, Phja Tac, Doi Khuoi Dam, Na Kien) and 16 surveyed historical sites.
Explore the Nature of Bac Kan
14. Ba Goa Island
Ba Goa Island stands out amidst the vast water. According to legend, this place was the home of two kind-hearted old women and their daughter-in-law. They used rice husks taken from Ms. Tien's rice grains to split into two, turning them into two simple wooden boats to rescue the people in the great flood that formed Ba Be Lake.
Ba Goa Island is an attractive destination in the Ba Be Lake tour, a sparkling gem in the middle of the clear blue water. It is also an ideal destination for tourists to visit and take memorable photos of their trip to Bac Kan.
15. Wind Pass
Wind Pass is often covered in mist throughout the year. It is also a resting point on the Cao Bang tourism route for tourists. Here, you can choose to buy all kinds of agricultural products of Bac Kan. The Wind Pass route is equivalent to Ma Pi Leng, especially not inferior in grandeur due to its height and the wild, magnificent scenery of the primeval forests on both sides of the road.
16. Kim Hy Nature Reserve
Kim Hy Nature Reserve covers an area of over 14,000 hectares, owning a diverse and rich ecosystem of fauna and flora, with characteristic limestone mountain forests of the Northeast region. In addition to the flora and fauna, Kim Hy is also rich in mineral resources, especially gold.
When visiting Bac Kan tourist destination, you can explore a rich ecosystem, venture into the forest along winding trails, learn about and discover the hidden habitats of various animal species, or uncover magnificent precious wood trees. What's even more special is sitting back and relaxing under the forest canopy, enjoying the harmonious songs of wild birds and the breeze.
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17. Ba Be National Park
This is a national park, a special-use forest, and an eco-tourism destination in Vietnam, located in Bac Kan Province, with Ba Be Lake as its center. This eco-tourism site is ideal for tourists to explore, as it boasts a rich ecosystem and beautiful natural landscapes. The national park is home to many rare and precious species of flowers, fish, and birds. Most notably, there are 182 species of orchids, some of which are unique, found only in Ba Be National Park. It can be said that this is an indispensable destination in Bac Kan tourism in every journey of tourist tours.
18. Pac Ngòi Cultural Tourism Village
Pac Ngòi Cultural Tourism Village is a stilt house village of the Tày ethnic group located on the banks of the Lèng River, adjacent to Ba Be Lake. It is home to 80 households with nearly 400 people, all of whom are Tày people. The village still retains some ancient stilt houses with tiled roofs and unique architectural styles. For generations, the people of Pac Ngòi have lived by cultivating rice and corn in the riverbank fields and fishing for shrimp and fish in Ba Be Lake. Nowadays, everyone is involved in business to serve tourists.
Visiting this Bac Kan tourism destination, we will experience and enjoy many delicious specialties (such as bamboo-cooked rice, grilled fish, sour shrimp, sour meat, swallow's nest soup...), sleep in stilt houses, watch Tày girls perform Then singing and playing the đàn tính, and explore the ethnic villages around Ba Be Lake with the locals.
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Travelers should come to Bac Kan to immerse themselves in the fresh nature, enjoy the cool breeze by Ba Be Lake as often heard in stories. Hopefully, the compiled list of Bac Kan tourism destinations above can somewhat help you easily refer to and choose a suitable itinerary. If interested, we can contact the hotline Mytour anytime for advice and support on cheap tours from Mytour.
