Trang An ecological tourist site – Paradise of north
Tuesday, 30/09/2014 16:26 (GMT+7)
Trang An ecological tourism site in the northern province of Ninh Binh is home to beautiful nature with mountains, caves and water and plentiful flora and fauna.
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It was recognised as a world heritage by UNESCO in 2014. |
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Tourists can start their discovery journey from Trang An boat station in Truong Yen commune, Hoa Lu district which is 7 kilometres from Ninh Binh City and 96 kilometres from Hanoi. |
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It has a limestone system dating some 250 million years. As time has passed it has created hundreds of valleys, caves and lagoons. |
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There are 31 lakes and lagoons which are linked with 48 discovered caves, including some 2-kilometre long. |
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Stalactites hang and grow with the dripping water from the roof of the caves, making the atmosphere cool all day. |
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Lakes are connected by caves. |
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On the two sides are plentiful flora, creating a charming scene. |
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Trang An is embued with historical and cultural value. Therefore, during their journey, tourists can visit many pagodas and temples. |
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With over 3 hours of on-boat journey, tourists can visit other places in Ninh Binh province. |