Tam Dao, a small mountainous town in the northern province of Vinh Phuc, just 70km from Hanoi, has made it an attractive destination for visitors on weekends and holidays thanks to its cool weather throughout the year like Da Lat and Sa Pa.
A view of the
resort in Tam Dao (Photo: VNA)
Domestic and foreign visitors head to Tam Dao, at 1,000m high,
mostly on weekends, solo or in groups, on sunny or chilly days. Although the
town is small, there are plenty of options for tourists rushing here to escape
the usual busy city life.
Young newlyweds can choose spots to take wedding photos, since Tam Dao offers
an ancient stone church, silver waterfalls, jungles, pagodas, sunsets and
poetic overcast vistas. Visitors can stay at small mansions, looking down the
valley from their perch at one of the resorts.
Others can savour coffee at Windy Inn, famous for its restless wind blowing all
day and night.
The ancient
stone church in Tam Dao (File photo)
The ancient stone church is a common place to take pictures thanks to its
European architecture style, which appears romantic when shrouded in fog.
Especially, the vine-covered walls add to the mysterious fairy tale atmosphere
here.
Climbing to Tam Dao is an unforgettable experience. The place is where many
athletes chose to practise climbing. Many also come here to enjoy the winter
stir-fried chayote bud, a specialty of the town.
If you are in search of a short weekend away, or simply wish to be far from the
maddening city crowds, then throw your stress away and head to Tam Dao.
Source: VNA
As the new year begins and festive spirit fills the air, visitors flock to Hoa Binh lake, often dubbed the "Ha Long Bay on land," to enjoy its breathtaking beauty and serene atmosphere. In spring, the lake comes alive with lush greenery and delicate blossoms, while boats carrying eager tourists glide across its tranquil waters.
With effective business operations, significant increases in the number of visitors at weekends and on public holidays, and being listed among the 71 most beautiful places to visit worldwide by the prestigious US travel magazine Condé Nast Traveller, Hoa Binh’s tourism is "spreading its wings" on its journey towards the targets of welcoming 4.9 million visitors, including 1 million foreigners, and achieving total tourism revenue of 5.4 trillion VND (211.89 million USD) in 2025.
On February 21, the Provincial People's Committee held a conference to implement the tourism plan in 2025 and meet with tourism businesses operating in the province. The event was chaired by Mr. Nguyen Van Toan, the Standing Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee and the Head of the Provincial Tourism Steering Committee.
Tien Pagoda is located in the valley of Lao Noi and Lao Ngoai villages, Phu Nghia commune, Lac Thuy district; it is surrounded by two mountain ranges stretching like two giant dragons reaching for the blue sky. Every year, when spring comes, thousands of Buddhists and tourists from all over the country make a pilgrimage to Tien Pagoda. The relic complex of Tien Pagoda is ranked as a national relic by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism with 21 relic sites of many types: historical and cultural relics, scenic relics, and archaeological relics.
Cao Phong has paid due attention to developing tourism, creating impetus for socio-economic development towards completing the targets set in the resolution of the district’s 28th Party Congress for the 2020-2025 tenure.
A great number of visitors have flocked to tourist attractions in Hoa Binh province in the first lunar month every year to admire the beautiful scenery, fully enjoy the spring atmosphere, and immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere in many localities.
