Hang Múa
Hang Mua Peak, also known as Mua Cave, is a desirable place to put on top of must-visit attractions in Vietnam. You’ll find about 500 steps on the two peaks and sights. The highest viewpoint is the Lying Dragon Mountainwitch boasts the Stone statue of Quan Am (also known as The Goddess of Mercy). Going up all the steps will soothe your eyes with the stunning and eye-catching landscapes to the nearby surroundings.
Hang Múa name was taken from an ancient story saying that King Tran came to Hoa Lu capital to found Thai Vi temple, 1 km away from the Mua Peak. He mostly went to the cave below the peak to hear the beautiful female singers singing and dancing; because of that, the locals called this place Hang Mua (Dancing cave) after the tale.
Trang An
Renowned as the Ha Long Bay of the land, Trang An is located 150 kilometers from the famous Vietnamese bay and is the first activity travelers choose in Ninh Binh. It’s dominated by the large limestone mountains that grow up over the river creating steep vertical cliffs covered in plants.
One of the best attractions to discover in this area is plenty of sections drowned underwater. While it is possible to cycle, drive, or even walk around the mountains, many tourists intend to choose a Trang An boat tour to travel through some of the region’s most picturesque spots.
Bai Dinh Pagoda
Constructed in 2003, Bai Dinh Pagoda was made with materials sourced from local handicraft villages within the Ninh Binh Province, including Bat Trang ceramic tiles, Y Yen bronze casts embroidery from Ninh Hai Village. Soothe your eyes with the surrounding mountains’ breathtaking views and enjoy various events and activities visiting Bai Dinh Pagoda.
As a religious complex housing wondrous landscapes, Bai Dinh used to be the largest pagoda in Vietnam with 539 hectares, a charming lake, a park system, and a Bao Thap (stupa) in 12 levels lit up so bright and dazzling at night. It’s undoubtedly one of the must-see attractions in Ninh Binh, Vietnam, shouldn’t miss.
Núi Non-Nước Peak
This peak abundant in many caves and pagodas dates back to the early 17th century. Mr. Truong Han Sieu discovered Non-Nuoc Mountain and named it Duc Thuy Son. While going up the mountain, you will find bunkers with traces of wars.
The statue of hero Luong Van Tuy also sits on the way, a young communist who bravely crossed the bombs to plant the Communist Party of Vietnam’s flag on the mountain. There is Non-Nuoc Pagoda, an ancient hundreds of years old site at the foot of the hill.