Cao Bằng

Cao Bằng is recognized as a region rich in revolutionary tradition among the Vietnamese people. When visiting this province, travelers have the opportunity to journey back to Vietnam’s heroic historical period through stories about specific landmarks, forests, and roads associated with the early stages of the Vietnamese revolution and the life of President Ho Chi Minh. 

Located in Northeast Vietnam, with a natural land area of 6,707.6 km², including 12 districts, 1 city directly under the province, and 199 villages and towns, Cao Bằng is considered a land with a rich revolutionary tradition of the Vietnamese people. 
When in Cao Bằng, visitors can explore the heroic history of Vietnam through tales of specific locations, forests, and roads linked to the revolutionary history and the life of President Ho Chi Minh. 
Cao Bằng is home to various ethnic groups living together, such as the Tày, Nùng, Dao, H’Mông, and Sán Chay. Among them, the Tày ethnic group constitutes the majority in the community of ethnic minorities and has its own writing system (the Tày-Nùng language group). Cao Bằng is famous for its majestic mountains, pristine forests, and extensive rivers and streams. Two well-known destinations for all Vietnamese people, even from a young age, are Suối Lê-Nin (Lê-Nin Stream) and Núi Karl Marx (Karl Marx Mountain) in Pác Bó, where President Ho Chi Minh lived after returning from China in 1941. Notably, Thác Bản Giốc (Bản Giốc Waterfall) cannot be overlooked—it is the fourth largest waterfall in the world, situated between two countries, and also the largest natural waterfall in Southeast Asia. The best time to explore and savor the distinctive cuisine of Cao Bằng is during August and September. 
Visitors may also have the chance to admire wild sunflowers in full bloom. For the best experience when visiting Cao Bằng, consider joining Vsunshine Travel for expert advice and a well-planned itinerary.