Attractive destinations in Thanh Chuong
(Baonghean.vn) - With its long history, picturesque landscapes, and numerous historical sites and scenic spots, Thanh Chuong district is not only famous for its revolutionary traditions and studiousness, but also an attractive destination for tourists on their journey to explore the western part of Nghe An province.
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| Cau Cau Tea Island, located in the Thanh An and Thanh Thinh communes (Thanh Chuong district), has long been dubbed the "Ha Long Bay of Nghe An" thanks to its picturesque landscape of lush green mountains and clear blue waters, with unique characteristics rarely found elsewhere. This is an irrigation lake built in 1963 to provide water for agricultural production in the three communes of Thanh An, Thanh Thinh, and Thanh Chi. Within the lake, tea islands rise amidst the rolling hills, creating a pristine and romantic beauty that many find appealing. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| With its pristine, picturesque natural beauty and its convenient location near the Ho Chi Minh Highway, the tea island is attracting an increasing number of visitors. After the pandemic, the island is bustling with tourists from both within and outside the province. Foreign visitors also seem to show more interest and are more frequent visitors. On and around the tea island, more shops, restaurants, and beverage services catering to tourists have sprung up. (Photo: Huy Thu) |
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| Thanh Chuong is a mountainous district with many rivers, mountains, streams, and waterfalls..., especially many beautiful waterfalls. Still retaining its pristine beauty, Liep Waterfall in Thanh Son commune is one of the attractive destinations for locals and tourists during hot weather. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Liếp Waterfall doesn't have grand, massive columns of water, but it's still as beautiful as a watercolor painting, with unique and captivating brushstrokes. Between lush green banks, the clear water meanders through rocky crevices, cascading over waterfalls 5-10 meters high before flowing downstream in a fresh, peaceful atmosphere. Photo: Huy Thư |
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| Also in the resettlement area, the Rain Waterfall in Ngoc Lam commune boasts a romantic beauty with columns of water tens of meters high, creating a white spray of foam and mist like a rain shower. Visiting the Rain Waterfall, the cool sensation will dispel the stifling heat of the sweltering summer days. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Besides its natural tourism potential, Thanh Chuong district also boasts a unique system of temples, communal houses, and shrines. The Bach Ma Temple in Vo Liet commune, built during the Le Dynasty to worship the famous general Phan Da, is one of the most sacred temples in Nghe An province. (Photo: Huy Thu) |
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| The Bach Ma Temple boasts a magnificent architectural structure with many components such as the triple-arched gate, ceremonial gate, lower, middle, and upper halls, and waiting areas. The main hall of the temple features intricately carved wooden frames, creating exquisite works of art. The temple has been recognized as a National Historical Monument. Every year, a large festival is held at the temple with many characteristic activities such as the procession of the deity and traditional wrestling games. (Photo: Huy Thu) |
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| Vo Liet Temple – a National Historical Monument in Vo Liet commune – was built in 1859 and is one of the largest temples in the province. The main temple consists of four enclosed buildings forming the shape of the Chinese character "口" (mouth), with the upper part being a unique eight-roofed structure. Here, two stele houses are preserved, containing six large stone slabs recording the names, addresses, and other details of 455 scholars, graduates, and doctors from Vo Liet district, from the Le dynasty to the Nguyen dynasty. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| The Dang Cao Palace in Dai Dong commune was built in the 16th century to worship three historical figures: Grand Tutor and Duke of Tan Quoc Nguyen Canh Hoan, Duke of Cuong Quan Nguyen Canh Van, and Deputy Marquis Nguyen Canh Yen – all of whom made significant contributions to the country during the late Le Dynasty. The palace is large in scale and has beautiful architecture, and has been recognized by Nghe An province as a Historical and Architectural Artistic Monument. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Within a 2,000m² area2The site features numerous structures such as the triple-arched gate, the lower, middle, and upper halls, and a lotus pond. Among them, the triple-arched gate, with its blend of European and Asian architecture, is the most unique structure, boasting a three-arched tower, pillars, guardian statues, and lampposts, all possessing both majestic forms and delicate, intricate patterns. Photo: Huy Thu |
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| Also in Dai Dong commune, the Nguyen Viet family ancestral temple is a unique work of art, possessing a rare and ancient beauty in Nghe An. Built during the Nguyen dynasty, the temple consists of two main structures: the lower hall and the rear hall. The lower hall, a three-bay, two-gable structure, most fully showcases the beauty of ancient sculptural art, demonstrating a high level of skill and artistry in its themes, ideas, and expressive lines. The temple has been recognized as a Provincial-level Historical and Architectural Artistic Monument. Photo: Huy Thu |
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Located about 30 km from Vinh City, Thanh Chuong district has many places to visit. Tourists can not only explore unique historical sites and scenic spots, and immerse themselves in the picturesque landscape of green mountains and clear waters, but also enjoy and purchase delicious and clean agricultural products and specialties such as braised canarium fruit, free-range chicken, catfish, and fermented bamboo shoots... Photo: Huy Thu |
