Explore popular tourist destinations in Nghe An during the September 2nd holiday.
Xuan Hoang•August 13, 2025 16:12
This year's National Day holiday on September 2nd offers civil servants, public employees, and workers four consecutive days off to relax and enjoy themselves. If you're looking for a destination with both beautiful scenery and rich cultural heritage, consider Nghe An – a hospitable and distinctive land. We suggest some attractive destinations that are sure to provide you with a memorable holiday.
The birthplace of President Ho Chi Minh – Sen village, Kim Lien commune, Nghe An province – is where he was born and spent his childhood years. This land still preserves many relics and stories about the life and career of Uncle Ho, becoming a sacred cultural and historical destination, welcoming millions of tourists and people from all over the country every year. Photo: Xuan HoangMany families from provinces outside of Ho Chi Minh City, undeterred by the distance, still make pilgrimages to his birthplace every year. Photo: Xuan HoangThe simple thatched house preserves many mementos of President Ho Chi Minh's family and is closely associated with his childhood. In the photo: President Ho Chi Minh's ancestral home. Photo: Xuan HoangIn Kim Lien, after visiting the historical site, you should go to Chung Son Temple - the ancestral temple of President Ho Chi Minh - to offer incense and enjoy the scenery. Photo: Xuan HoangChung Son Temple, located south of Chung Mountain in Kim Lien commune (Nam Dan district), began construction in 2012. Covering a total area of 83.63 hectares, it comprises 18 structures. This is a place that recalls the childhood years and the origins of Ho Chi Minh's soul and intellect. Photo: Xuan HoangWhen visiting Nghe An, we invite you to explore the Nghe An - Soviet Nghe Tinh Museum. This museum preserves and promotes the value of the province's typical historical and cultural heritage, with a particular emphasis on the historical significance of the Soviet Nghe Tinh uprising of 1930-1931. Photo: Q.AnIf you enjoy swimming and savoring seafood, Cua Lo beach is the ideal choice. You'll feel relaxed strolling along the sandy shore or splashing in the clear blue water. Additionally, you can spend time exploring historical sites and the cultural beauty of the coastal fishing villages. Photo: Quang AnVinWonders Cửa Hội is located right on the picturesque Cửa Lò beach. It offers a variety of exciting games, and especially a cable car ride to Song Ngư Island, providing visitors with even more interesting experiences. Photo: Quang AnTraveling along National Highway 15, you'll reach the Truông Bồn National Historical Site (formerly in Đô Lương district), one of the "red addresses" to visit during National Day. The Truông Bồn National Historical Site is associated with the heroic deeds and sacrifices of 13 Youth Volunteer soldiers on October 31, 1968. Visiting here, you will feel the sacredness and gain a deeper understanding of the value of a peaceful and independent life. Photo: Xuân HoàngFollowing National Highway 15, you can also travel north to the former Tan Ky district, to Milestone Zero - the starting point of the legendary Ho Chi Minh Trail. Photo: Xuan HoangRecently, at the historical site of Milestone No. 0 - Ho Chi Minh Trail, many transport vehicles and weapons used in the resistance war against the US for national liberation were displayed and introduced to the public. These are not only artifacts of historical value, but also vivid evidence of the heroic fighting spirit of our army and people on the legendary Truong Son Trail. Photo: Xuan Hoang If you want to immerse yourself in the natural scenery, we invite you to visit Tea Island (in the former Thanh Chuong district) for a boat trip to admire the views and enjoy the local produce of the midland region. Photo: CSCCIf you want to experience ecotourism and see schools of fish in crystal-clear streams, come to Khe To Golden Fish Stream in Nghia Dan commune (formerly Nghia Dan district). Photo: Quang AnNestled amidst the vast forests of Pu Mat National Park, Khe Kem Waterfall in Mon Son commune (formerly Con Cuong district) resembles a silver ribbon, attracting visitors not only with its expansive mountain and forest scenery but also with the opportunity to bathe in its cool, refreshing waters. Photo: Quang AnKhe Kèm Waterfall is considered a precious gift from nature, leaving a lasting impression on anyone who visits. Photo: Quang An
