The streams in the border region attract tourists on hot days.

These days, not only are beautiful waterfalls popular spots, but also the clear, clean, and cool streams at the headwaters in border communes and along the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Thanh Chuong district are crowded with people coming to bathe. Photo: Huy Thu

Besides locals, tourists from all over flock to the area. Mr. Phan Thuc Nam, residing in Vinh City, said: "This summer, I've made several pilgrimages with friends to the Thanh Chuong mountain region to bathe in the streams. Here, everyone can enjoy free bathing and recreation, which is quite impressive." (In the photo: A group of visitors from Vinh City bathing in the stream in Thanh Thuy commune. Photo: Huy Thu)

The stream nestled in the forest boasts beautiful natural scenery, especially the shady trees, making it a popular spot for visitors even on hot days. Photo: Huy Thu.

Bathing in the stream, letting yourself be immersed in the cool, clear water, is a delightful and refreshing feeling that dispels all the heat and stuffiness of a summer day. Photo: Huy Thu

Streams often have waterfalls, deep ravines, slippery rocks, and fast-flowing water... therefore, swimming in streams is refreshing and enjoyable, but it also poses many risks, especially drowning and injury. People who go into the forest to swim in streams must be extremely careful. Photo: Huy Thu

The gently sloping rocky areas along the stream are quite suitable for resting and relaxing. Photo: Huy Thu

Many groups spend the whole day in the forest, bathing in streams, cooking, eating, and having fun by the stream until the sun sets before heading home. Photo: Huy Thu

On hot days, many forest dwellers bathe in streams to cool off, with the period from 11 am to 2 pm being the time when "it's more fun in the forest than at home." Besides taking precautions against drowning and injuries, everyone needs to maintain general hygiene during and after bathing in the streams. Photo: Huy Thu