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Spanning a vast area of limestone mountains and karst caves, Lang Son Geopark holds immense archaeological, cultural, biodiversity, and mineral significance.
Overview of Lang Son Geopark
Lang Son Geopark covers nearly 3,900 square kilometers, encompassing districts such as Bac Son, Binh Gia, Van Quan, Chi Lang, and Huu Lung. This area is home to diverse ethnic groups, rich tangible and intangible cultural heritage, and archaeological discoveries from the early Neolithic period, known as the Bac Son Culture. Bac Son District is also a historic revolutionary site with well-preserved landmarks.
The geopark features iconic landscapes like low limestone mountain ranges surrounding villages in Yen Thinh Commune (Huu Lung District) and prehistoric caves such as Tham Khuyen Cave (Binh Gia District). Culturally, it hosts numerous worship sites for the Mother Goddess belief system, notably Bac Le Temple, and showcases the simple beauty of Tay and Nung ethnic villages.
The harmonious blend of heritage colors within the diverse geological and geomorphic landscapes creates a 'flow of life in this sacred land.' These unique features are rare elsewhere, making it a lever for tourism development. Lang Son Geopark is structured into four tourism routes along National Highways 1A, 1B, 4B, and 279, featuring 38 destinations with 7 to 11 attractions per route.
Tour Routes 1 and 2
The 'Exploring the Upper World' route begins at Bac Le Temple, dedicated to the Mother of the Forest. This 120 km route includes 8 stops, blending limestone valley geological heritage with the spiritual legacy of Mother Goddess worship. It also features Tay ethnic villages and the historic Chi Lang Pass.
The 'Journey to the Heavenly Realm' is Route 2, linked to Saint Lieu Hanh. Spanning 130 km, it offers 11 attractions starting from Huu Nghi Border Gate and Dong Dang Mother Temple, continuing along National Highway 1B to the revolutionary Bac Son region. Highlights include Khanh Khe Bridge, star anise forests, Tham Khuyen - Tham Hai caves, and the Bac Son Uprising Museum.
Tour Routes 3 and 4
Route 3, 'Simple Life on Earth,' is tied to the Earth Mother Goddess. Covering 130 km, it features 9 stops starting in Bac Son District. Visitors can witness sunrise in a Tay village, experience yin-yang tile crafting, stroll through Van Quan's star anise forest, visit the sacred Chau Muoi Temple, and learn about traditional medicine making in Van Linh.
Route 4, themed 'Exploring the Water Palace,' is associated with the Water Mother Goddess. This 80 km route includes 10 stops, beginning at Tam Thanh Pagoda and following National Highway 4B toward Loc Binh. Highlights include the ancient Bac Nga Pagoda, the misty Mau Son Mountain, and other Lang Son Geopark sites like Ban Khieng Waterfall, Tien Pagoda, and Thoai Mother Temple.
According to Mytour.vn
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Reference: Mytour.vn Travel Guide
Mytour.vnAugust 5, 2024
