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Ninh Binh has become a familiar haven for travel enthusiasts seeking unique experiences. This land, blessed by nature, boasts fascinating landscapes, extraordinary caves, and invaluable conservation areas. Embark on a meaningful and complete journey with our budget-friendly flight tickets, as we share insider tips for exploring Ninh Binh in the early days of 2017.
Check out our previous article: Essential Travel Tips for Ninh Binh A-Z Part 1
In Part 2 today, let's explore the dining and entertainment hotspots that make Ninh Binh a must-visit destination.
1. Must-Try Delicacies in Ninh Binh
Crispy Rice
Crispy rice stands out as one of Ninh Binh's most renowned culinary specialties. Unlike other regions, it is distinguished by its frying technique and accompanying sauce. Based on my Ninh Binh travel experience, delicious crispy rice should have a light yellow color, evenly cooked grains, a crispy yet chewy texture, and a rich, non-greasy flavor.
Steamed Mountain Snails
Mountain Snails, a renowned delicacy in Ninh Binh, are known for their natural sweetness and rich flavor derived from feeding on leaves, grass, and certain precious herbs. Prepared in various ways such as grilled, tamarind stir-fried, or garlic stir-fried, the most favored remains the simply boiled mountain snails.
After being caught, mountain snails are thoroughly cleaned and boiled with lemongrass. Despite its simplicity, this rustic delicacy captivates many. Diners can enjoy the natural sweetness of the snails or dip them in a zesty fish sauce with lime and chili.
Eel Salad
Hailing from Kim Son, Eel Salad boasts a distinct aromatic and savory taste. Despite using basic ingredients like water celery, banana flowers, and vermicelli, its unique flavor comes from the special characteristics of the eel. This fish, related to catfish, is cleaned in lime water and ash water, then the bones are removed, and the flesh is sliced thin. Unlike other fish salads rolled in rice paper, locals in Ninh Binh prefer to roll this one with fried eel skin or various accompanying leaves.
Hoa Lu Goat Carpaccio
In addition to goat carpaccio, the people of Hoa Lu also prepare various dishes such as goat spring rolls, steamed goat, grilled goat, and raw goat blood pudding. However, goat carpaccio remains the top choice. The deliciousness of this dish not only lies in the skillful preparation but also in the seasoning. It includes various leaves, accompanying fruits, and especially the ginger sauce. Goat carpaccio is not only a delightful dish for nourishing the body but also a medicinal remedy due to the valuable medicinal properties of goat meat.
2. Unwind at These Incredibly Charming Homestays
Ninh Binh Valley Homestay
Ninh Binh Valley Homestay is an ideal retreat for nature lovers. Nestled in a spacious valley in the serene countryside of Hoa Lu district, surrounded by water and mountains, the homestay offers stunning sunset views behind the hills every evening. Sitting in the bamboo houses, you may even spot white storks returning to the valley to find their resting places.
The bungalows here are all designed with materials close to nature and environmentally friendly, such as wood, bamboo, and thatched roofs. They provide a cool retreat in summer and a cozy haven in winter. Based on my Ninh Binh travel experience, from any location in the homestay, you can enjoy lush green nature as far as the eye can see. This is undoubtedly an unforgettable experience for any guest staying here.
Chezbeo Valley Bungalows
If you've grown weary of resorts, beachfront accommodations bathed in sunlight, and desire a place that is simple, serene, and truly tranquil, try visiting Chezbeo Valley Bungalows. Here, you'll feel right at home, waking up each morning to the sight of lush green nature, bringing a sense of peaceful serenity.
Chezbeo is a homestay nestled in Khả Lương Village, Hoa Lư, Ninh Bình, very close to Tam Cốc and Bích Động. According to the Ninh Binh travel experience, you can easily reach this destination from Hanoi by motorbike, making it convenient to explore the famous attractions in Ninh Bình. The unique feature of this homestay is its proximity to the expansive lotus pond, creating a marvelous natural spectacle during lotus season. Surrounded by mountain ranges and lotus ponds, you can choose rooms facing the mountains or the ponds according to your preference. Like many other eco-friendly accommodations, Chezbeo doesn't use air conditioning, only electric fans and natural breeze. The rental price at Chezbeo is quite affordable, around 360,000 VND per night. However, it's advisable to bring insect repellent to avoid mosquito bites at night.
Limestone View Homestay
Designed for both leisure and business travelers, Limestone View Homestay is ideally located in Hoa Lư District, one of the city's renowned areas. Situated just 6 km from the city center, guests will find excellent accommodation to enjoy the exciting attractions and activities in the vicinity.
With spacious verandas and beautifully decorated rooms equipped with all amenities, you'll find it hard to take a step away from this paradise.
Address: Xuân Áng Nội, Ninh Xuân, Hoa Lư, Ninh Bình, Vietnam
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Posted by: Hữu Thuận Lương
Keywords: Essential Travel Tips for Ninh Binh A-Z Part 2
