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Quang Binh
Located in North-Central Vietnam, Quang Binh Province is surrounded by Ha Tinh Province on the north, East Sea on the east, Laos on the west and Quang Tri Province on the south.
The provincial topography is narrow and sloping from the west to the east. The area is divided into specific geological zones: mountainous, hilly and midland, lowland, coastal sandy area. The seaside stretches 116km with large Gianh and Nhat Le ports.
Quang Binh belongs to the monsoon-tropical zone. The climate is divided into two seasons. Rainy season lasts from September to March next year. The annual average rainfall is 2,000-2,300mm. Heavy rains concentrate in September, October and November. Dry season lasts from April to August. Annual average degree is 24ºC-26ºC.
Quang Binh is famous for many charming landscape of mountain and sea. The coast is dotted with blue water, yellow sand beaches that sparkle under forests of green willow trees.
Every year, Quang Binh attracts many visitors coming to interesting landscapes such as Phong Nha, Tien Son caves, primitive forest in Phong Nha - Ke Bang reserve, Nhat Le, Da Nhay beaches, Bang Mineral Hot Spring, etc. Among of them, Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park has been recognized as the World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003.
In addition of these, Quang Binh preserves objects from Bau Tro Remains, Hoa Binh and Dong Son culture as well as historical relics like Quang Binh Gate, Luy Thay, Rao Sen... Many places related two resistance wars name Cu Nam, Canh Duong, Cha Lo, Cong Troi, Xuan Son, Long Dai and Ho Chi Minh Trail.
Road, rail and shipping routes are fairly well developed. Dong Hoi City is 491km from Hanoi, 94km from Dong Ha, 166km from Hue, and 197km from Vinh. National Highway No.1A and North-South Express Train runs throw the province and stop at Dong Hoi City. Quang Binh has Cha Lo Border Gate in Minh Hoa District to Laos.
Attractions in Quang Binh:
1. Bang Mineral Hot Spring
2. Tien Son Cave, a tourist marvel
3. Quang Binh Ancient Border Gate
4. Phong Nha – World Heritage site
5. Nhat Le Beach, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh
1. Phong Nha – World Heritage site, Quang Binh
Boasting the World Heritage site, Phong Nha Grottos, and housing a long list of rare plants and animals, the central coastal province of Quang Binh is ideal for tourism, especially eco-tourism.
Tourists are advised not to miss the Phong Nha-Ke Bang Cave system which has been recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) as a World Heritage Site. It is hemmed in by over 400 million year-old limestone mountains, the oldest of their kind in Asia, with 87,750ha covered by the original forests. Home to almost 570 species of plants and 880 species of animals, including over 60 species listed as endangered in Vietnam and the world, the original forests on the site are judged to be the richest biological system in Vietnam.
The huge numbers of mysterious grottos appeal to adventurers, scientists and tourists both inside and outside the country. The 17-cave system covers a length of almost 64,390m, according to a famous British cave research organisation, holds seven records: the longest water cave, the most beautiful underground lake, a cave system with the largest number of longest underground lakes in Vietnam, the highest and largest parabolic cave mouth, the largest and most superb sand beach, the largest number of large and mysterious stalagmites and stalactites, and the largest and most beautiful dry cave.
Quang Binh also preserves a number of historic and cultural relic sites, and intangible cultural assets with many festivals showing links to coastal lives such as the fishing prayer. The province is also home to different ethnic minority groups which enriches its folk music with many instruments, including drums and gongs as well as folk songs.
Coastal beauty sports include the famous Ngang Pass, Gianh River, Nhat Le sand Beach, and Bang mineral Spring, which have all made the province an ideal site for eco-tourism and sanatoria.
2. Quang Binh Ancient Border Gate, Quang Binh
This architectural construction made of a porch and walls was built in 1630 to protect the remote capital of Phu Xuan of the Nguyen Dynasty. Due to several battles and the passage of time, the border gate has suffered heavy damage. Fortunately, it has been restored to its original design.
Visitors crossing the territory of Quang Binh will be delighted by the wonderful landscapes surrounding the Quang Binh Border Gate
3. Tien Son Cave, a tourist marvel, Quang Binh
Tien Son Cave, originally called Dry Cave, lies in Phong Nha - Ke Bang tourist complex that comprises natural beauty-spots in Quang Binh Province (central Vietnam). The site is now on the list to be recommended to UNESCO for recognition as a World Heritage Site.
Tien Son Cave was discovered in April 1935 in the limestone mountain of Ke Bang. It is about 400 metres away from the famous Phong Nha Grotto and at a height of 135 metres.
Tien Son Cave is more than 980 metres long. Going into the cave for about 400m, visitors will see an abyss, about 10m deep. Then comes another part of the cave, about 500m long, which is rather dangerous for walking. At present, nearly 400m of the cave have been installed with lighting system to make it safe for visitors.
The Cave looks marvelous inside with hundreds of stalagmites and stalactites of different sizes and shape. Some look like a man or an animal, and there is one that looks like the Learning Tower of Pisa in Italy. On the cave ceiling, there are glittering gold and silver-like veins. Some stalagmites produce an echoing sound when slightly knocked.
Limber Howard, Chief of the British Royal Team of Cave Researchers, who visited and made studies of the site, said that Tien Son Cave may have been formed tens of millions of years ago. A river ran through the limestone mountain and eroded it. Then huge rocks fell, separated the mountain and form the cave. An under ground river ran through the lower part of the mountain, creating Phong Nha Grotto. Thus, Tien Son Cave is older than Phong Nha Grotto and they do not link with each other. Geographical tectonics in Tien Son Cave are rather stable, so the cave is safe for visitors
4. Bang Mineral Hot Spring, Quang Binh
The mineral water with a composition of many precious elements has become an internationally prestigious mineral water source. In addition, this hot spring is potential for resorts. Investments have been made on several ten hectares of land area for the development of swimming pools, spas, and accommodation and tourist services to make Bang Hot Spring a favorite resort and wellness tourism destination of both international and domestic visitors.
Besides health and eco-tourism, the Southern Quang Binh tours with many privileged natural landscapes are also favored tourist attractions of the area. These tours will provide tourists with memorable visits to the national General Vo Nguyen Giap exhibition house, the tomb and temple of mandarin Nguyen Huu Canh who greatly contributed to the national expansion to today Camau Cape, picturesque An Ma Lake and many other cultural and historical vestiges.
5. Nhat Le Beach, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh
Nhat Le Beach is a beach in Dong Hoi city, the capital of Quang Binh Province. The sand there is fine and white with clean water. The beach is located on the mouth of Nhat Le River emptying into South China Sea. There is a four-star resort at the opposite bank of the river and another under construction.
The provincial topography is narrow and sloping from the west to the east. The area is divided into specific geological zones: mountainous, hilly and midland, lowland, coastal sandy area. The seaside stretches 116km with large Gianh and Nhat Le ports.
Quang Binh belongs to the monsoon-tropical zone. The climate is divided into two seasons. Rainy season lasts from September to March next year. The annual average rainfall is 2,000-2,300mm. Heavy rains concentrate in September, October and November. Dry season lasts from April to August. Annual average degree is 24ºC-26ºC.
Quang Binh is famous for many charming landscape of mountain and sea. The coast is dotted with blue water, yellow sand beaches that sparkle under forests of green willow trees.
Every year, Quang Binh attracts many visitors coming to interesting landscapes such as Phong Nha, Tien Son caves, primitive forest in Phong Nha - Ke Bang reserve, Nhat Le, Da Nhay beaches, Bang Mineral Hot Spring, etc. Among of them, Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park has been recognized as the World Natural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2003.
In addition of these, Quang Binh preserves objects from Bau Tro Remains, Hoa Binh and Dong Son culture as well as historical relics like Quang Binh Gate, Luy Thay, Rao Sen... Many places related two resistance wars name Cu Nam, Canh Duong, Cha Lo, Cong Troi, Xuan Son, Long Dai and Ho Chi Minh Trail.
Road, rail and shipping routes are fairly well developed. Dong Hoi City is 491km from Hanoi, 94km from Dong Ha, 166km from Hue, and 197km from Vinh. National Highway No.1A and North-South Express Train runs throw the province and stop at Dong Hoi City. Quang Binh has Cha Lo Border Gate in Minh Hoa District to Laos.
Attractions in Quang Binh:
1. Bang Mineral Hot Spring
2. Tien Son Cave, a tourist marvel
3. Quang Binh Ancient Border Gate
4. Phong Nha – World Heritage site
5. Nhat Le Beach, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh
1. Phong Nha – World Heritage site, Quang Binh
Boasting the World Heritage site, Phong Nha Grottos, and housing a long list of rare plants and animals, the central coastal province of Quang Binh is ideal for tourism, especially eco-tourism.
Tourists are advised not to miss the Phong Nha-Ke Bang Cave system which has been recognised by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) as a World Heritage Site. It is hemmed in by over 400 million year-old limestone mountains, the oldest of their kind in Asia, with 87,750ha covered by the original forests. Home to almost 570 species of plants and 880 species of animals, including over 60 species listed as endangered in Vietnam and the world, the original forests on the site are judged to be the richest biological system in Vietnam.
The huge numbers of mysterious grottos appeal to adventurers, scientists and tourists both inside and outside the country. The 17-cave system covers a length of almost 64,390m, according to a famous British cave research organisation, holds seven records: the longest water cave, the most beautiful underground lake, a cave system with the largest number of longest underground lakes in Vietnam, the highest and largest parabolic cave mouth, the largest and most superb sand beach, the largest number of large and mysterious stalagmites and stalactites, and the largest and most beautiful dry cave.
Quang Binh also preserves a number of historic and cultural relic sites, and intangible cultural assets with many festivals showing links to coastal lives such as the fishing prayer. The province is also home to different ethnic minority groups which enriches its folk music with many instruments, including drums and gongs as well as folk songs.
Coastal beauty sports include the famous Ngang Pass, Gianh River, Nhat Le sand Beach, and Bang mineral Spring, which have all made the province an ideal site for eco-tourism and sanatoria.
2. Quang Binh Ancient Border Gate, Quang Binh
This architectural construction made of a porch and walls was built in 1630 to protect the remote capital of Phu Xuan of the Nguyen Dynasty. Due to several battles and the passage of time, the border gate has suffered heavy damage. Fortunately, it has been restored to its original design.
Visitors crossing the territory of Quang Binh will be delighted by the wonderful landscapes surrounding the Quang Binh Border Gate
3. Tien Son Cave, a tourist marvel, Quang Binh
Tien Son Cave, originally called Dry Cave, lies in Phong Nha - Ke Bang tourist complex that comprises natural beauty-spots in Quang Binh Province (central Vietnam). The site is now on the list to be recommended to UNESCO for recognition as a World Heritage Site.
Tien Son Cave was discovered in April 1935 in the limestone mountain of Ke Bang. It is about 400 metres away from the famous Phong Nha Grotto and at a height of 135 metres.
Tien Son Cave is more than 980 metres long. Going into the cave for about 400m, visitors will see an abyss, about 10m deep. Then comes another part of the cave, about 500m long, which is rather dangerous for walking. At present, nearly 400m of the cave have been installed with lighting system to make it safe for visitors.
The Cave looks marvelous inside with hundreds of stalagmites and stalactites of different sizes and shape. Some look like a man or an animal, and there is one that looks like the Learning Tower of Pisa in Italy. On the cave ceiling, there are glittering gold and silver-like veins. Some stalagmites produce an echoing sound when slightly knocked.
Limber Howard, Chief of the British Royal Team of Cave Researchers, who visited and made studies of the site, said that Tien Son Cave may have been formed tens of millions of years ago. A river ran through the limestone mountain and eroded it. Then huge rocks fell, separated the mountain and form the cave. An under ground river ran through the lower part of the mountain, creating Phong Nha Grotto. Thus, Tien Son Cave is older than Phong Nha Grotto and they do not link with each other. Geographical tectonics in Tien Son Cave are rather stable, so the cave is safe for visitors
4. Bang Mineral Hot Spring, Quang Binh
The mineral water with a composition of many precious elements has become an internationally prestigious mineral water source. In addition, this hot spring is potential for resorts. Investments have been made on several ten hectares of land area for the development of swimming pools, spas, and accommodation and tourist services to make Bang Hot Spring a favorite resort and wellness tourism destination of both international and domestic visitors.
Besides health and eco-tourism, the Southern Quang Binh tours with many privileged natural landscapes are also favored tourist attractions of the area. These tours will provide tourists with memorable visits to the national General Vo Nguyen Giap exhibition house, the tomb and temple of mandarin Nguyen Huu Canh who greatly contributed to the national expansion to today Camau Cape, picturesque An Ma Lake and many other cultural and historical vestiges.
5. Nhat Le Beach, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh
Nhat Le Beach is a beach in Dong Hoi city, the capital of Quang Binh Province. The sand there is fine and white with clean water. The beach is located on the mouth of Nhat Le River emptying into South China Sea. There is a four-star resort at the opposite bank of the river and another under construction.