Ban Gioc waterfall – a landmark at the national frontier
Saturday, 09:55, 20/08/2016
The Ban Gioc waterfall on Quay Son River in the northeastern province of Cao Bang province is one of Vietnam’s best-known waterfalls for its grandeur and charm.
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A panorama of Ban Gioc waterfall. |
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The waterfall measures 35 metres high and spans 300m. Great water columns can be seen from a distance. |
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The waterfall is separated into three layer-falls by rocks and trees. Large volumes of water pouring down to lime stone steps form a curtain of white spray. |
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The ‘roar’ of the waterfall can be heard kilometres away. |
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The beautiful enchanted jade-blue water at the foot of the waterfall, surrounded by green from the northeastern jungles. |
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Visitors could take bamboo rafts to approach the cascade for better views. |
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The water flows also create smaller falls to the left of the central waterfall. |