Top 10 most unique Ninh Binh tourist destinations after merger

After merging with Ha Nam and Nam Dinh, Ninh Binh has become a super destination with a rare diversity of landscapes. Visitors can immerse themselves in the majesty of the ancient capital, find tranquility in the temples reflecting on the calm lake, or get lost in the wild, romantic beauty of the ruined churches by the sea. All blend together to create a complete symphony between nature and culture. Let's explore the top 10 most beautiful landscapes of the new Ninh Binh - a journey that takes you from the mountains to the vast ocean through the article below.

1. Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex – “Ha Long Bay on land”

Trang An scenic spot (Photo source: Collected)

If you are looking for a Ninh Binh tourist destination for the summer, Trang An is definitely a name that cannot be missed. This place stands out with its limestone mountains, the clear Sao Khe River and a magical cave system. In the summer, visitors will sit on a bamboo boat, slowly drifting along the emerald water, weaving through dozens of cool caves - a cool feeling that dispels the sweltering heat.

Not only does Trang An have majestic mountain and river landscapes, this season it is also brilliant with the pink of lotus ponds and the purple of water lilies in full bloom, dotted with lush green leaves. The gentle yellow sunlight penetrates through the canopy, reflects on the sparkling water surface, and illuminates the limestone cliffs, creating a scene like a vivid ink painting.

The journey to explore Trang An also takes you to visit ancient temples and pagodas hidden in the heart of the heritage. This is an experience of both enjoying the scenery and finding peace of mind - a unique beauty that makes Trang An always attractive to tourists from all over.

2. Tam Coc

Rice fields in Tam Coc in the most beautiful season of the year (Photo source: Collected)

Among the list of attractive tourist destinations in Ninh Binh , Tam Coc in the summer always brings a feeling of relaxation and peace. Not as noisy as the peak season in May - June when the rice is ripe and golden, at this time, the landscape here is covered with the cool green color of the young rice fields, dotted with a few patches of early ripe rice with a golden glow like honey.

Sitting on a boat down the Ngo Dong River, visitors will encounter very ordinary but poetic images: local farmers skillfully rowing the boat while harvesting rice; on both banks are silent limestone mountains embracing the vast rice fields. This is not only a sightseeing trip, but also a journey to immerse yourself in the beauty of labor and nature typical of the North.

3. Hang Mua

If you are looking for a Ninh Binh tourist destination that offers both mountain climbing experience and panoramic views of Tam Coc, Hang Mua is definitely a choice not to be missed. Just conquer nearly 500 stone steps likened to a “miniature Great Wall”, you will open up a panoramic view, where mountains, rivers and ripe rice fields blend into a vivid natural picture.

From the top of Hang Mua, the Ngo Dong River appears winding between the green and yellow rice fields, dotted with limestone mountains, creating a poetic yet majestic scene. This is an ideal coordinate for checking in and taking photos, especially at dawn or dusk.

The moment the sunlight dyes the whole Tam Coc area golden, the clouds drift gently in the sky and the cool wind blows on your face will make you feel completely relaxed. Many tourists review that just one climb to Hang Mua mountain in the most beautiful season is enough to keep "lifetime" photos in the journey to explore the beautiful scenery of Ninh Binh.

4. Hai Ly ruined church

The wild beauty of Do Hai Ly church, Nam Dinh (Photo source: Collected)

If you are looking for a tourist destination in Ninh Binh and the surrounding area that is full of nostalgia, Hai Ly ruined church is a suggestion that is hard to ignore. This construction, also known as the Heart Church, stands tall in the middle of the vast coastline, creating a scene that is both wild and romantic. Moss-covered walls and broken window frames facing the deep blue ocean become the ideal background for art photography enthusiasts.

The best time to explore this place is in the summer, when the golden sunlight covers the sandy beach and the waves lapping. In particular, the moment of sunrise dyed pink-orange through the ancient window or the red sunset reflected on the sea surface will bring visitors an unforgettable visual experience.

5. Tam Chuc National Tourist Area

Impressions of Tam Chuc Pagoda (Photo source: Collected)

If Bai Dinh is the magnificence on the high mountains, Tam Chuc is the serenity and solemnity in the middle of a vast lake. Known as the largest temple in the world, Tam Chuc in the summer brings a spacious and cool space.

Experiencing a cruise on Luc Nhac Lake, admiring the beauty of Ngoc Pagoda located on the top of That Tinh Mountain and visiting the majestic Quan Am, Tam The, and Phap Chu temples is a meaningful spiritual journey.

The lake surface is clear and calm like a mirror, reflecting the limestone mountains and ancient architectural works. In the summer, the trees in the campus are green, the lotus flowers in the lake begin to bloom, adding to the purity and peace of this place.

6. Cuc Phuong National Park

Cuc Phuong Forest – Green Lung of the North (Photo Source: Collected)

If you are looking for a Ninh Binh tourist destination that is both cool and close to nature, Cuc Phuong National Park is definitely a choice not to be missed. This is a primeval forest famous for its pleasant climate, the temperature is always 3-5°C lower than the outside, bringing a feeling of relaxation as soon as you set foot here.

The best time to visit is in early summer (April - May), when Ninh Binh butterfly season is in full bloom, millions of colorful butterflies fluttering everywhere, creating a picturesque scene. In addition to immersing yourself in the poetic space, you can also experience trekking through the trails, admire the thousand-year-old Chò tree, visit the Rare Primate Rescue Center or camp overnight to enjoy the pristine sounds of the mountains and forests.

With diverse landscapes and close-to-nature experiences, Cuc Phuong is not only an ideal check-in spot but also a place to help you fully explore the unique ecological beauty of Ninh Binh.

7. Xuan Thuy National Park

As Vietnam’s first Ramsar site (wetland of international importance), Xuan Thuy National Park offers a completely different ecotourism experience. In summer, the mangrove ecosystem here is at its greenest. You can take a boat trip through the mangrove and parrot forests, exploring the lives of birds, storks and coastal creatures.

This is an ideal destination for those who love nature, want to learn about the importance of coastal ecosystems and enjoy a peaceful space, away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

8. Van Long Lagoon

Van Long Lagoon is known as the largest wetland nature reserve in the North, famous for its rare, tranquil beauty. The water surface is as flat as a mirror, fully reflecting the image of limestone mountains with unique shapes. In the summer, this place is covered with the lush green of reeds, reed grass and diverse aquatic vegetation. This is also the ideal time to sightsee and encounter flocks of white storks spreading their wings or the rare Delacour's langur swinging from branch to branch on the cliffs. Drifting on a bamboo boat at sunset, you will feel the complete peace - an experience not to be missed when exploring Ninh Binh tourist destinations.

9. Bach Long salt fields

Amazingly beautiful Bach Long salt fields (Photo source: Collected)

If you are looking for a Ninh Binh tourist destination with rustic and unique beauty, Kim Son salt fields will be a worthy choice to experience. During the salt harvest season, the scenery here becomes brilliant under the summer sun, when each pure white salt field reflects sparklingly like crystals in the middle of the sea and sky.

The image of salt workers diligently raking and carrying salt creates a picture of labor that is both simple and attractive. In particular, the dawn or dusk moment on the salt field is the "golden moment" for those who love photography and want to capture the moment of wild nature blending with human life.

10. Phat Diem Cathedral architectural complex

Phat Diem Stone Cathedral - a majestic architectural work combining Eastern and Western cultures (Photo source: Collected)

If you want to end your journey of discovery with a destination that is both spiritual and an artistic masterpiece, Phat Diem Stone Cathedral is the perfect choice. The building was built in the late 19th century, standing out with its harmonious combination of Western Gothic architecture and traditional Asian features.

On sunny days, each mossy tiled roof, rows of intricately carved stone pillars and a quiet lake reflecting the bell tower create a beautiful scene, ideal for tourists who love photography and checking in. Not only is it a religious building, this place is also known as the "heart" of Northern Catholic culture, contributing to enriching the list of Ninh Binh tourist destinations that you should definitely visit.

The historical fusion has turned the new Ninh Binh into a dream destination of nature, culture, a land with many places worth visiting. Make a plan, pack your backpack and discover the endless beauty of this top super destination in the North.

Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/dia-diem-du-lich-ninh-binh-v17760.aspx