The pristine beauty of the Khe Xanh stream and temple complex.
(Baonghean.vn) - With its two distinct hot and cold water sources, Khe Xanh stream is an ideal place for bathing in both hot and cold seasons. It also features a sacred temple approximately 600 years old.
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| Located about 20 km from the center of Tan Ky district (Nghe An province), Khe Xanh stream is the border between Nghia Phuc and Tan An communes. The stream cuts across a rough, dilapidated inter-communal road. But it is a unique stream. Photo: Ho Phuong |
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| The clear blue color of the stream gives it its name; Khe Xanh stream is a place for bathing and fetching water for daily use by the local residents. Photo: Ho Phuong |
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| Khe Xanh Stream is nestled beneath a dense forest canopy, featuring three springs, one of which is a hot spring. The two nearby springs, however, are colder than usual. These three springs, gushing from the earth, are the source of the stream. Photo: Ho Phuong |
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| All three springs are crystal clear, allowing you to clearly see the layers of algae, pebbles, and hidden crevices of mountain rocks beneath the water's surface. Photo: Huu Vi |
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| Rumors suggest that women in Bac Son hamlet, Nghia Phuc commune, near Khe Xanh stream, often have fair, rosy skin. It's said that their beautiful complexion is due to their frequent bathing in this stream since childhood. (Photo: Huu Vi) |
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| Three springs form a beautiful bathing area. Below, the water is crystal clear, the rocks are covered in lush green moss, and above, the air is filled with the vibrant sounds of forest birds. Photo: Ho Phuong |
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| Mr. Nguyen Van Hung, a local resident and caretaker of the temple located 100 meters from the stream, said: According to legend, the bathing area is also known as Vung Cac Quan. It was once a bathing spot for the generals of the Lam Son rebel army in the 15th century. Photo: Ho Phuong |
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| In the summer, visitors, mostly locals, often come to cool off in this unique stream. Many of them are also pilgrims visiting the Khe Xanh temple. Photo: Huu Vi |
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| Not far from the stream, Khe Xanh Temple is also the most sacred temple in the mountainous communes of Tan Ky district. The temple is believed to be about 600 years old. However, after being destroyed several times by war and fire, it had to be rebuilt in 2017 with donations from the people. "The royal decree and the bell are all gone," added Mr. Nguyen Van Hung, the temple caretaker. Photo: Huu Vi |
