As 1 of the 5 recognized tourist destinations of Cam Pha City, over the past years, the Vung Duc cave tourist area has always received investment and become an attractive destination for tourists.
Vung Duc Caves – Astonished by the masterpiece of nature
Panoramic view of Bai Tu Long Bay seen from Vung Duc Cave. Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
The tourist area of Vung Duc Caves is located along Bai Tu Long Bay, at the foot of Ban Co Mountain, next to the memorial monument to heroic martyrs and Vung Duc Temple. 45 km northeast of Ha Long City, visitors can easily find their way here.
The cave is spacious and bright. Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
This is a unique tourist destination rich in historical and religious significance, linked by 5 magnificent caves: Ngo Ngang Cave, Thien Dang Cave, Kim Quy Cave, Long Van Cave, and Doi Cave. Geologically formed over millions of years, the caves remain almost entirely intact to this day.
Bai Tu Long Bay seen from Thien Dang Cave. Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
Staircase leading up to the cave. Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
Coming to the tourist area of Vung Duc Caves, the first stop for visitors is Thien Dang Cave, 46m above sea level. From the cave's location, visitors can admire the panoramic view of Bai Tu Long Bay with rocky islands undulating across the deep blue water.
Stalactites of various shapes. Photo: Cam Pha City.
The cave is quite spacious with an area of about 300 square meters; inside are stalactite curtains cascading down in soft, undulating folds, resembling a grand stage with exquisite lines. The cave floor is relatively flat, making it convenient for touring and exploration.
Photo: Cam Pha City.
Next is Long Van Cave, situated higher than Thien Dang Cave. The interior of the cave is divided into 2 branches, upper and lower. The cave features many fascinating rock formations: a stone lion, a stone table set, a drinking elephant, a bell, a swan, a lotus pedestal... the rocks are delightfully named based on human imagination.
Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
At Kim Quy Cave and Ngo Ngang Cave, visitors can envision fairy tales through the rocks and uniquely shaped formations.
Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
Finally, following a poetic path, visitors reach Doi Cave. The cave is currently home to quite a few bat species and is the final cave in the Vung Duc cave system.
Photo: Cam Pha City.
In addition to the cave system, visitors here can go on a pilgrimage to worship at mountain-backed temples such as Mau Thoai Temple, Mau Thuong Temple, or Mau Lieu Hanh Temple. These temples are located along the path leading up to the caves, dating back hundreds of years.
Lion rock paying homage. Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
Lotus pedestal rock. Photo: Quang Ninh Newspaper.
The system of Vung Duc caves is not only associated with the struggle movement of Cam Pha miners during the resistance war against the French, but also holds unique geological, geomorphological, and spiritual values, making it a must-visit stop for every traveler coming to Quang Ninh.
