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With its breathtaking and diverse natural landscape, from mountains, caves, to lakes, and the majestic Ban Gioc waterfall, Cao Bang is always an ideal discovery for every traveler.
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Optimal Time for Exploring Cao Bang
In every season, Cao Bang exudes its unique beauty. The best time to visit is in August-September when Ban Gioc waterfall is full of crystal-clear water or in November-December when buckwheat flowers and wild sunflowers bloom throughout the mountains. However, adventure enthusiasts prefer the late spring to early summer around March-April when the weather is not too cold, not too hot, with apricot and plum trees bearing fruits, perfect for sightseeing and tasting.
Transportation to Cao Bang
From Hanoi, you can reach Cao Bang via National Highway 3 (NH3) passing through Thai Nguyen and Bac Kan. Alternatively, take NH1 to Lang Son and then turn onto NH4 through That Khe and Dong Khe to reach Cao Bang. From Ha Giang, take QL34 through Tinh Tuc (Cao Bang) to arrive.
There are 2 routes from Hanoi to Ban Gioc waterfall:
Hanoi – Thai Nguyen – Bac Kan – Cao Bang – Trung Khanh – Ban Gioc
Hanoi – Lang Son – Dong Khe (Cao Bang) – Trung Khanh – Ban Gioc.
You can purchase car tickets to Cao Bang at bus stations in various provinces. If traveling by personal vehicles (motorbikes, cars), ensure safety measures such as brakes, tires, and chains. Carry all necessary documents and consider bringing common repair tools as the road from Cao Bang town to Ban Gioc can be challenging.
Accommodation Options in Cao Bang
Guesthouses in Cao Bang town are reasonably priced, around 250,000 VND per room per night. Additionally, there are some beautiful higher-end hotels like Hương Sen, Thành Loan, Bằng Giang, and Giao Tế Hotel, with prices ranging from 300,000 to 400,000 VND per room.
In towns such as Bảo Lạc, Phục Hòa, and Tĩnh Túc, guesthouses are available at around 300,000 VND per room. It is advisable to book in advance or through a travel company to avoid situations where rooms are fully booked, affecting your travel itinerary.
Must-Visit Landmarks
When in Cao Bang, visitors can explore the majestic Ban Gioc Waterfall, the fourth-largest waterfall in the world and the largest natural waterfall in Southeast Asia. The winding road leading to Ban Gioc Waterfall offers a refreshing and mineral-rich mountainous atmosphere, allowing travelers to enjoy the picturesque countryside of the highlands, which is poetic and romantic.
Next to Ban Gioc Waterfall, Thang Hen Lake is another famous and scenic spot in Cao Bang. Situated at an altitude of 1,000 meters, Thang Hen Lake reflects the green color of the trees on the rock walls, winding through the valley like the folds of a beautiful fabric. Particularly interesting, the lake experiences two tidal cycles each day. Near Thang Hen Lake, there is also Thang Luong Lake, nestled on a spectacular mountain landscape. Visitors can rent boats to explore the lake, travel from one lake to another, or admire the traditional stilt houses with tiled roofs of the local people.
In addition, there are other beautiful landmarks that travelers should not miss, such as Bạch Mã Citadel, Nghiêu Sơn Lĩnh. Plus, dozens of historical relics like Kim Đồng, Ngàm Dảo, Pháo Đài, Nà Sác, Vườn Cam…
One of the most famous and desired destinations for many travelers is Lê Nin stream, Pác Bó Cave – a famous historical site where Uncle Ho worked and directly led the Vietnamese revolution. It is also a beautiful landscape with mountains, rivers, and picturesque landscapes.
Must-Try Delicacies in Cao Bang
It's not an exaggeration to say that Cao Bang is the homeland of delicious, unique, and tempting dishes that make many food enthusiasts eager to try. Among them are dishes like: 7-flavor roasted duck, trám sticky rice, Trùng Khánh hazelnuts, Khẩu Sli specialty cake, ant egg cake, chè dây (sweet soup), Cóng Phù cake, áp chao cake, khảo cake, sour phở, nhộng ong porridge…
Some Important Notes
As Cao Bang is a border province, when you come here, make sure to carry all necessary personal documents to avoid unnecessary troubles. Bring personal first aid medicine for emergencies as the roads can be long and challenging. Respect the local customs, avoid impacting plants and flowers, maintain general hygiene, and do not enter restricted areas or cross borders.
By Tiểu Lam (Compilation)
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MytourNovember 9, 2015
