Spiritual tourism in Quang Binh
(VOV) - The main tourist destination in Quang Binh province is the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park popular for its massive karsts, caves and grottoes – but it also has a few spiritual destinations that some may find interesting.
Vung Chua – Yen Island is best known for its white sandy beaches and lies at the foot of the Hoanh Son mountain range. It is the final resting place of late General Vo Nguyen Giap. |
Thuan Bai Communal House. At the community house visitors have a chance to take in the beauty of the natural landscapes surrounding the Gianh romantic river and join in diverse annual festivities. |
Lieu Hanh Temple. The temple has become a centre for cultural and religious activities of both the local people and visitors. |
Statue of Mother Suot. The statue lying at the centre of the pier is named for Mother Suot, a heroine of the Vietnam War who risked her life transporting soldiers in a small wooden ferry across the Nhat Le River. |
Chua Non – Than Dinh Mountain. This pagoda attracts numerous visitors to burn incense and pray for peace, good health and prosperity. |
Minh Le Communal House. The ancient communal house stylized with carved foliage and quite eye-catching flowers is a place of worship of the tutelary god of Minh Le commune. |