(Baonghean.vn) -Located about 50km from Muong Xen town, Tham Lan cave (also pronounced as Tham Lan, Tham Lan) in My Ly commune (Ky Son district, Nghe An province) is known by locals as the "gold-plated cave" or "million-person cave," making it a fascinating destination for those who enjoy experiences and exploration.
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| Passing through the Tu stream (in Xop Tu village, My Ly commune), you will reach Tham Lan cave, which is associated with the legend of the love story between a beautiful Thai girl and a boy named "Pha" (heaven). |
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| Tham Lan Cave lies at the foot of a limestone mountain, hidden by trees. From the outside, the cave doesn't even look as "spectacular" as people usually imagine a cave to be. |
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| Tham Lan in the Thai language means "cave of a million people." This is a metaphorical way the Thai people refer to one of the largest caves in the southwestern region of Nghe An province. |
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| The cave contains many mysterious passageways, resembling a 'bagua labyrinth' (a complex network of interconnected pathways). |
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| Tham Lan boasts a spacious area, with natural features resembling the royal throne of emperors. |
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| The passage of time is reflected within the cave. |
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| The cliffs shimmer with a metallic sheen, leading many to believe the cave is covered in gold dust. |
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| The natural stalactites resemble a colony of bats in the cave. |
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| There are sections of the cave interior that resemble the throat of a giant fish. |
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| Deep within the cave lies a cool stream of water dotted with countless pebbles millions of years old. |
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| There are cliffs that resemble bas-reliefs with bizarre shapes. One can even imagine the eerie nature of the way nature has created them. |
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| However, due to a lack of investment and widespread promotion, Tham Lan Cave remains relatively unknown to many. Hopefully, in the near future, Tham Lan will become a must-visit eco-tourism destination for visitors to western Nghe An province. |
Wang Yun - Lan Tai
