Located in the Northern Delta region, Ninh Binh province is less than 100km from Hanoi and is an ideal tourist destination for many people today. With a pleasant climate divided into 4 distinct seasons: spring – summer -autumn – winter, Ninh Binh is blessed by Mother Nature with a diverse natural terrain from rivers, lakes to mountains, so it has many attractive locations. If you do not know what to do in Ninh Binh, the 3 locations below will help you have a complete and meaningful journey!

Cuc Phuong National Park

Cuc Phuong National Park (or Cuc Phuong forest) is the first national park in Vietnam, located on the border of 3 regions: Northwest, Red River Delta and North Central Coast in three provinces: Ninh Binh, Hoa Binh, Thanh Hoa.

This national park plays an important role in the conservation of rare and endangered animals. Coming to Cuc Phuong forest, you will admire and learn about the rich flora and fauna system typical of tropical rainforests.

In addition, you will have the opportunity to participate on ecotourism, resort, campfire, adventure or cultural – historical research activities.

Trang An Ecotourism Area

Located 7km west of Ninh Binh city center, Trang An is one of the famous Ninh Binh tourist destinations that you must visit. This is an ecotourism area located in the Trang An World Heritage Complex – a place that preserves and contains many ecosystems of flooded forests, limestone forests, archaeological sites and historical and cultural sites and historical and cultural relics. In 2014, Trang An eco-tourism area was ranked as a particulary important national monument by the Vietnamese Govenment and recognized by UNESCO as a dual world heritage. Considered a ” Ha Long Bay on land”, Trang An attracts tourists with its diverse system of limestone mountains and natural caves. Visitors coming here will enjoy the captivating natural picture and have moments of peace and cultural space.

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital

Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is a complex of particularly important historical relics of Vietnam. This is also one of the four core areas of the Trang An World Heritage Complex recognized by UNESCO. Hoa Lu Ancient Captital is also known as one of the important military bases of the army and people of Dai Viet under the dynasties: Ly-Tran-Le-Mac_Tay Son. Although it only existed for 42 years, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital has been a living witness to important historical milestones of the nation. This place is associated with the founding and defending of the country of the three dynasties Dinh, Tien Le and Ly, marking many fears such as: unifying the country, defeating the Song – defeating the Chiem, and laying the foundation for the development of Thang Long – Hanoi.

Van Long Lagoon

Van Long lagoon, pure ecological paradise. Surrounded by isolated rocky islands and large water valleys, this place becomes a refuge for many animals, especially migratory birds.

Exploring the lagoon on a bamboo boat, you will feel relaxed when immersing yourself in nature, enjoying the fresh air. “Virtual life” enthusiasts and those who want to see lotus flowers in full bloom must definitely come to Van Long in the summer, around May and June. At this time, the green space of the eco-tourism area is covered in the gentle pink color and fragrant scent of lotus filowers – what could be more reasonable than “hunting” for a “lifetime” photo album, right!

Mua Cave

Mua cave, with the road to the top of the mountain likened to a “minature Great Wall”, is an attractive destination in Ninh Binh. After conquering nearly 500 stone steps, you will admire the beautiful scenery of Tam Coc, one of the world’s natural heritages

Not only that, Hang Mua also bears a strong historical mark with the legend of King Tran. According to legend, King Tran Thai Tong often came here to listen to the concubines dance and sing when he returned to Hoa Lu to establish Am Thai Vi. That’s why this cave was named Hang Mua.

The suggestions about famous tourist attractions above have answered the questions of many of you who are planning to travel to Ninh Binh. After looking at the pictures of beautiful and impressive Ninh Binh tourist destination, let’s pack our bags and go!