What Are The Best Things To Do In Ninh Binh?, Tam Coc, Vietnam
Ninh Binh is a beautiful destination located in the Northern part of Vietnam. It has stunning landscapes of limestone mountains, huge rivers, lush green rice paddies and incredible caves. From historical sites to outdoor activities, there is no shortage of things to do in Ninh Binh. I visited Ninh Binh and Tam Coc in 2023 and collected 10 great things to do in Ninh Binh. This article also describes some other useful information for visiting this laid-back place.
This was one of my favorite things to do in Ninh Binh. I climb around 500 steps to reach the top of the Hang Mua Viewpoint and from there, I had an amazing view over the valley that was surrounded by karst mountains. The steps were concrete and well maintained. It was an easy climb and I can highly recommend this activity!
At the top of the mountain you can find a stone carved dragon. The iconic sight plays a very important role in Vietnamese culture because it is believed that the Vietnamese people are descended from a dragon. For locals, the dragon is essential for rain and agriculture and I believe this is why it watches over the entire Tam Coc area and the beautiful karst landscape. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
This was one of my favorite things to do in Ninh Binh. I climb around 500 steps to reach the top of the Hang Mua Viewpoint and from there, I had an amazing view over the valley that was surrounded by karst mountains. The steps were concrete and well maintained. It was an easy climb and I can highly recommend this activity!
At the top of the mountain you can find a stone carved dragon. The iconic sight plays a very important role in Vietnamese culture because it is believed that the Vietnamese people are descended from a dragon. For locals, the dragon is essential for rain and agriculture and I believe this is why it watches over the entire Tam Coc area and the beautiful karst landscape. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: What Are The Best Things To Do In Ninh Binh?
Guide Location: Vietnam » Tam Coc
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Daphne Van Der Pol
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Vietnam » Tam Coc
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Daphne Van Der Pol
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Hang Mua Viewpoint
- Phat Diem Cathedral
- cycle around the lake
- boat ride in Trang An
- Trang An Freedom Hood
- Bich Dong Pagoda
- Ancient Capital of Hoa Lu
- Thung Nham Bird Valley
- Nam Coffee Beer Garden
- Brick Coffee Shop
- Chookie’s Beer Garden
- Ninh Binh Railway Station
- Tam Coc Melody Homestay
- The Banana Tree Hostel in Tam Coc
- Tam Coc Dibi Villa
- Bai Dinh Riverside Resort & Spa
- Tam Coc Garden Resort
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