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Hang Mua in Ninh Binh has long been known for its stunning and poetic natural landscapes. It is considered one of the most ideal places to watch the sunrise in Vietnam. To explore this place in more detail when traveling to Ninh Binh, follow the BDATrip article below!
Hang Mua is not just a cave; it is a rich tourist complex with many beautiful landscapes, resorts, and entertainment areas. The most notable feature is the Ngoa Long Peak, with its long and steep stairs, offering an exciting climbing experience and a great view.
Located about 10km from Ninh Binh city and 100km south of Hanoi, Hang Mua is an important part of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex.
Hang Mua is named after a small cave at the foot of Múa Mountain, inside the limestone mountain. This place is located in Khe Dau Ha village, Ninh Xuan commune, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province. On top of the mountain, there is a dragon statue, hence the peak is also known as Ngoa Long Peak.
Around June every year, Tam Coc adorns itself with the shimmering beauty of ripe golden rice fields and the lush green of the mountains. When visitors climb more than 500 steps to reach the Ngoa Long peak, a magnificent scene will unfold before their eyes. From here, you can gaze far and wide, admiring the entire landscape during the rice season. The vast golden rice fields stretch like a giant carpet, extending to the horizon. The bright golden hue of ripe rice harmonizes beautifully with the fresh green of the mountains, creating an enchanting natural picture.
Hang Mua is famous for its vibrant lotus fields in the summer. When visiting Hang Mua during the lotus season, visitors will be mesmerized by the splendid scenery of blooming white and pink lotuses, creating a poetic landscape.
The lotus pond at Hang Mua covers about 1 hectare, located right at the foot of Ngoa Long mountain. This area is surrounded by golden ripe rice fields and the pristine beauty of the surrounding mountains. Here, you will find various types of lotuses, from white to pink, each with its unique beauty.
The lotus season at Hang Mua lasts throughout the year, but it is most beautiful in June and July. Lotus flowers typically bloom in the morning and start to fade in the afternoon. Therefore, the best time to admire the beauty of the lotus flowers is early in the morning when dew drops are still on the petals, creating a magical and poetic scene.
In early spring, Ninh Binh welcomes visitors with cool weather, with an average temperature of 20-25 degrees Celsius. This ideal weather is perfect for outdoor activities such as climbing Hang Mua and exploring the beautiful natural landscapes.
During this time, Ninh Binh's nature dons a fresh, vibrant look, full of life. The lush green rice fields and budding trees create a very poetic landscape. The fresh and lively scenery of Ninh Binh in the spring will captivate any visitor.
Hang Mua is conveniently located, about 100km from Hanoi with an easy route. It is an ideal spot for young adventure enthusiasts.
For large groups or families, renting a private tour bus is very suitable and cost-effective. According to many Hang Mua – Ninh Binh travel experiences, the simplest means is still the bus.
The travel time is about 2 hours with bus tickets ranging from 70,000 – 100,000 VND. For more comfort, you can choose a limousine with a ticket price of 150,000 VND, following the 491C route to Ninh Xuan commune, Hoa Lu to reach Hang Mua.
With various transport options, you can easily plan your trip to explore Hang Mua and enjoy the beautiful scenery there.
Hang Mua – Ninh Binh travel experience shows that this place is not for those who are lazy. With nearly 500 stone steps from the foot of the mountain to the peak, this journey requires patience and effort. However, the worthy reward for that effort is the stunning scenery of Ninh Binh’s mountains and rivers from above.
It would be a pity if you come here without trying the challenging stair climbing journey. Along the way, you will admire the majestic scenery of the rocks and surrounding fields, creating a beautiful natural painting like a fairyland. Any stop will give you impressive "so deep" photos.
When you conquer all 500 stone steps, a vast scenery of Ninh Binh will open up before you. This is the paradise for young people to "live virtually," with impressive photos, even having a "mystical" beauty that makes visitors marvel. From the top of Hang Mua, you can look down at the vast fields of Tam Coc – Bich Dong and the Ngo Dong river with bamboo boats taking visitors around. Especially during the lotus season, near Hang Mua, there is a large lotus field, creating an unforgettable poetic scene.
Ninh Binh is not only beautiful during the rice season but also gorgeous during the lotus season. Hang Mua is one of the best places to admire blooming lotus ponds, especially around the foot of Múa mountain and within the Hang Mua tourist area. The lotus season at Hang Mua occurs from late May to early June, and not only here, but you can also see blooming lotuses in many other places such as Tam Coc, Bich Dong, and Trang An along your journey exploring this land.
Taking photos with the lotus season in Hang Mua will preserve wonderful memories for you. The ideal time to take pictures is early in the morning (5 am – 6 am) when the lotus flowers still have dew drops and the sun starts to rise over Múa mountain. Besides the outfits you bring, you can also easily rent unique costumes to create a special photo set.
Hang Mua also has a path through the lotus pond, a favorite spot for young people to take photos. However, because the road is quite long and steep, families with elderly people and children should consider carefully before coming.
You will spend about 2 hours visiting and taking photos at Hang Mua, then you can combine exploring other destinations in Ninh Binh such as Hoa Lu, Trang An, Tam Coc, Thung Nham, and Van Long to complete your journey.
- Morning itinerary: Hanoi – Hoa Lu – Trang An
- Afternoon itinerary: Hang Mua – Hanoi
These are all the travel experiences in Hang Mua Ninh Binh that you should pocket before visiting. Remember these valuable information to have a complete and wonderful trip.
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