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(HBO) – Tien Phi Cave, located on the top of Thuc hill, also known as Thung Phi hill in Tan Hoa ward of Hoa Binh city, was discovered in 1982 and recognised by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism as a national-level landscape and relic site in June 2000.
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Stalactites
create magical beauty for Tien Phi Cave, which is located in Tan Hoa ward of
Hoa Binh city.
The cave is 80m above the land surface, with its entrance facing northeast. The
entrance to the cave is a narrow rock crevice that slopes slightly towards the
inside. The cave is divided into two compartments. The outer compartment is 15m
long and 8m wide, with a 20m high arched ceiling. The partitions and ceiling
have many stalactites and stone veins on them. On the dome of the cave, near
the entrance, there is an opening to the top of the mountain, where natural
light can enter, enhancing the sparkling beauty of the stalactites and stone
veins in the cave. The inner compartment is 53m long and 20m wide, and the
ceiling is 10m high.
Through the erosion of time, countless stalactites are created as wonderful
creations of nature. When going more deeply into the cave, one will see more
stalactites in different shapes, creating impressive sculptures and unique
architectural blocks.
In the outer compartment of the cave, the walls and ceiling have many
stalactites hanging down, creating vivid and impressive images like a
fairyland. The shapes of stalactites vary, some look like fairies sleeping in a
swinging multi-colored hammock, while others resemble fairies dressed in
splendid brocade, flying and singing in the middle of the pink clouds. There
are also stalactites in the shapes of Buddha, or animals like lions and turtle,
and flowers.
At the end of the cave there is a semicircular well which is 3m wide, 30m deep,
with clear, cool water.
Tien Phi is part of a complex of relic sites of Hoa Binh city, on the route
going through Hoa Binh Prison, Hoa Binh Hydroelectric Plant, and Da River. With
its stunning beauty, Tien Phi Cave is expected to become a tourist destination
drawing a large number of visitors.
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.
