'Hiding from the sun' in Con Cuong ecological region
(Baonghean.vn) - The cool Giang River and Khe Kem waterfall, which massages the body of bathers in the middle of the Con Cuong forest (Nghe An), are interesting destinations for tourists to effectively "escape the sun" in the summer. Coming here, tourists can also enjoy many special dishes prepared by the locals and immerse themselves in the sounds of the Khen, the Luong drums, and the vibrant Sap dance.
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Up in the western part of Nghe An, Con Cuong district is an attractive ecological area with many rivers, streams, waterfalls, and exotic forests. In the photo, a cool stretch of the Giang River. Photo: Sach Nguyen |
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Pha Lai Dam Lake area on Giang River attracts many tourists. Photo: Ba Hau |
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Tourists rowing a boat on the Giang River (Con Cuong). Photo: Ho Sy Hung |
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In the summer, the Giang River (Con Cuong) is an ideal cooling spot for tourists and local residents. Photo: Ba Hau |
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Khe Kem Waterfall in Con Cuong District also always attracts a large number of tourists. About 25 km from Con Cuong town, Khe Kem Waterfall is considered a wonder of nature bestowed upon Western Nghe An. Photo courtesy of CTV |
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Bathing under Khe Kem waterfall, visitors can enjoy the water's massage for their bodies. Many visitors choose Khe Kem waterfall as a place to "hide from the sun" in the summer. Photo courtesy of TV |
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Moc stream in Yen Khe commune (Con Cuong) is also a popular destination for many tourists. Photo: Thanh Cuong |
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Not only can visitors immerse themselves in the wild and close nature, they can also watch the bamboo dance and carving of Thai people right at the homestay stilt house. Photo: Thanh Cuong |
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Many "Western tourists" love the bamboo dance and traditional cultural features of the people of Con Cuong district. Photo: Thanh Cuong |
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At the homestay stilt houses in Con Cuong district, visitors can enjoy special dishes of the Thai people. Photo courtesy of PV |
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In 2019, Con Cuong district welcomed over 75,000 tourists to eco-tourism destinations in the area. In the photo, a corner of Con Cuong district, viewed from the Lam River. Photo courtesy: Sach Nguyen |

"Walking through the waterfall" of Khe Kem to have the fish massage your feet
(Baonghean.vn) - Coming to Khe Kem waterfall (Con Cuong - Nghe An), visitors can enjoy bathing in the waterfall and also relax by soaking their feet in the cool water while hundreds of fish nibble at their feet like a massage.