IV. Top attractions in Bac Kan

7. Ba Be National Park - All of what to do in Bac Kan are available

Ba Be National Park is in Ba Be District, Bac Kan Province. It is 70 kilometers far from Bac Kan city center. On visiting the attraction, you can admire green mountain ranges together with thin layers of cloud and dew surrounding. Moreover, you can hear birds singing anywhere, contributing to the charming attractiveness of the spot. To discover the land, you are suggested to join a boat tour on Ba Be Lake. In front of you are groups of orchids on ancient trees, someone challenging the huge waterfall or ones riding bikes on crooked roads...  

8. Thach Long Pagoda - A stone dragon deep in the mountainous cave

Thach Long, which means "a stone dragon" in Vietnamese, is located in Cao Ky Commune, Cho Moi District, Bac Kan Province. It is called "a sacred pagoda in a stone cave" in the list of what to do in Bac Kan. Every year, on January 7th in the Vietnamese lunar calendar, thousands of tourists come to the attractions to pray for good lucks for their families and friends. There are two main parts of the pagoda. The first one is Thien Pagoda. You have to go through stone steps from the foot of the mountain to the cave mouth. The other is Am Pagoda, which is 36 square meters large. You will go around the mountainside to reach the spot. Both of them have natural statues of Buddha.

9. Tham Temple - A perfect destination for archaeology-lovers

Tham Temple is in Yen Han Commune, Cho Moi District, Bac Kan. It is a popular attraction to visit in every new year for the sacred meanings it has. The temple is located on the mountain cliff, on the side of Cau River. Therefore, the atmosphere is open and fresh around the year. The place plays an important role in the locals' spirituality. Recently, archaeologists have discovered a number of human remains that have existed for nearly 3000 years. If you are a history-lover, the attraction is what to do in Bac Kan. 

10. Nang Tien (Fairy) Grotto - The paradise of ancient stalactites and stalagmites

Nang Tien Grotto is in Luong Ha Commune, Na Ri District, Bac Kan province. It has been recognized as a national heritage in 1999. The attraction is famous not only for the majestic landscape but also for the legendary stories behind. Nang Tienis a natural cave deep in the ground. From the mouth, you can see the magical atmosphere created by hundred of stalactite and stalagmites. Surrounding the cave is a large area of rice terraces together with outstanding water flows sparkling under the morning sunlight. All will certainly give you a nice impression for the first time seeing.

11. Dau Dang waterfall -  It seems that countless white ribbons dance in the air

Dau Dang Waterfall is located between two limestone mountain ranges on Nang River, also the border of Bac Kan and Tuyen Quang provinces. The river going through Lung Nham Mountain has created Puong Grotto, then it continues its journey to Hua Tang Village, at which it is disrupted by hundreds of stone blocks in full sizes, forming a majestic waterfall called Dau Dang. It is great to admire the landscape after experiencing other things to do in Bac Kanaround the quiet lake Ba Be. 

V. Where to stay in Bac Kan ?

For the rising demands for tourists' accommodation, the locals have invested in this section to give tourists the nicest impression about the land. It is not difficult to find out a suitable hotel or homestay during your journey. Below are some recommendations we offer:
Hoang Chuyen homestay is located in Pac Ngoi Village, Nam Mau, Ba Be district. With the dominance in the location which is near Ba Be National Park, it is a nice choice for both couples and groups to stay overnight and learn about the local culture.

• Mr.Linh's homestay is located at Coc Toc Village, Nam Mau Commune, Bac Kan province. It is a favorite stop thanks to the clean environment, together with the peaceful scenery surrounding. It gives an open atmosphere with a large balcony looking toward the green space surrounding. Moreover, the owner and staff are very friendly and warm-hearted.
• Minh Quang homestay is in Ba Be National Park, Nam Mau Commune, Ba Be. The price varies to a large extent up to your choice which kind of room to stay. Single rooms, couple ones and group ones are available. Besides, the staff is professional and friendly so that you will have time to stay comfortable there.
• Hong Gam homestay in Bo LuVillage, Nam Mau Commune, BaBe district, Bac Kan. Every room is provided with modern facilities together with cozy interior furniture. From the homestay, you can enjoy the fresh atmosphere surrounding that you can hardly see in daily life.
• Duy Linh homestay is in DT254, Bo Lu Village, Nam Mau Commune, Ba Be District. It is near many attractions in the province, especially Ba Be National Park. The homestay also provides BBQ party with a view toward the green scenery. There is a restaurant on the campus. Free wifi and free parking are available

Apart from these recommended ones, there are a lot of hotels alongside your itinerary. However, it is suggested to live in homestays as to what to do in Bac Kan to come closer to the locals and learn about their unique culture and lifestyle. 

With these recommendations of what to do in Bac Kan, we do hope you will have a lot of memorial experiences during the journey to the land and other provinces in Vietnam as well.

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