About Bac Giang

Bac Giang is an antiquated land with many historical and cultural relics associated with Kinh Bac land and people. This place once marked the struggles against invaders such as the victory of Can Tram, Xuong Giang, Yen The Uprising. Besides the long-standing architectural works, Bac Giang also has many attractive tourist attractions such as Khuon Than, Mo Stream, Cam Son Lake, Da Chong Beach,... In particular, Dong Cao Plateau is an attractive camping spot for young people today.


Weather

The most appropriate time to travel to Bac Giang is from June to September. At this time in Bac Giang is the summer season, very apposite for participating in activities such as camping, climbing, rowing. Besides, around June and July, you will have the opportunity to savour the specialty Luc Ngan lychee.


Transport

The distance from Hanoi to Bac Giang is about 45km. It only takes about an hour to travel by motorbike or private car, you can make the most of a splendid eco-tour.


Top things to do in Bac Giang

1. Admire the natural scenery of Khuon Than

2. Contemplate the ancient citadel of Xuong Giang

3. Go to Tay Yen Tu Pagoda

4. Visit Suoi Mo relic site

5. Rowing on Cam Son Lake

6. Camping on Dong Cao Plateau

7. Explore Khe Ro primeval forest

8. Join the festival in Danh Temple

WHAT TO KNOW

Time zone

GMT +07:00

Currency

Vietnamese Dong

Explore Bac Giang

Impressive destinations in Bac Giang

 "Ripe rice season" was taken in the mountains of Huyen Son commune, Luc Nam district, with the Huyen Dinh range, the Luc Nam river flowing through. Hidden under the canopy of ancient trees is the complex of relics of Bo Da pagoda. The pagoda is one of the ancient landmarks of the Lam Te Zen lineage. The relics of Bo Da Pagoda include the main pagoda of Tu An Tu, Am Tam Duc, Cao Pagoda, and Temple pond. The temple campus also has a tower garden which is considered the most beautiful and largest in Vietnam, the resting place of more than 2,000 monks and nuns. Bac Hoa village, where the main people of the Nung ethnic group live, still retains the characteristics of a house with walls and yin and yang tile roofs from ancient times in Tan Son commune, Luc Ngan district, more than 100 km from Bac Giang city. Coming to Bac Hoa, visitors will enjoy the folk song Soong Hao, the deliciousness of the shoulder cake. The wrestling festival is held as a celebration of victory, honoring the legendary guardian god of the village, and praying for a good harvest. In 2022, the festival attracts thousands of people to cheer. This festival was recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage in May, associated with the belief in worshipping the sun god. Bac Giang is a heritage land, in addition to the typical cultural features of the Northern land, this place still retains the idyllic beauty of the village bamboo bushes, ancient houses, typical in Crocodile village in Lien Chung commune (formerly Chung Son), Tan Yen district.  Crocodile Village  imbued with the Northern countryside, the village is currently not affected by urbanization and tourism, which is worth visiting for tourists. Overview of Tay Yen Tu spiritual and ecological tourism area at the spring festival 2022, with the main square. In addition to historical value, Tay Yen Tu is also a majestic mountainous land with beautiful natural landscapes, so since ancient times, this place has been chosen by the kings of the Ly and Tran dynasties as a place to build pagodas, cultivate and study religion. Cam Son Lake, a large natural freshwater lake stretching over many communes of Luc Ngan district, Bac Giang and Lang Son province, is about 2,600 hectares wide. Coming to Cam Son Lake, visitors can immerse themselves in nature, fresh air and clear blue water. Cam Son Lake is also an inspiration for the late musician Pho Duc Phuong to compose the song  Lake in the mountains  famous. With a geographical location with great potential, a characteristic climate, and few natural disasters, Bac Giang has lychee specialties. Currently, lychee is considered the pride of Vietnam, the output of lychee in 2022 is estimated at 180,000 tons, "large fruits, red skin, small seeds, thick pulp", making it a famous brand at home and abroad. Luc Ngan not only has the famous lychee but also has the specialty of chu noodles at Dau Anh Chu Chu Noodle Cooperative, in Nam Duong commune. The noodle production line has many stages, including drying colored noodles (photo), diverse with many beautiful designs, food safety and hygiene quality. Chu noodles are not only famous in the country but also exported. The rice tree next to Ba Co Yen Dung temple (commonly known as Lang Son rice tree) in Tan My village, Lang Son commune, Yen Dung district was recognized as an ancient tree of historical and cultural value by the Vietnam Association of Ornamental Biology in February 2021. Every March, tourists and photographers who come here will be immersed in the red color of rice flowers and the poetic scenery around. This rice tree has existed for more than 100 years, is 27.5 m high, has a canopy area of 120 m2, and a trunk diameter of 2.4 m. The shimmering Xuong Giang Victory historical site at night is located in Xuong Giang Ward, Bac Giang City. The work was recognized as a National Historical Relic in 2009 and a special national monument in 2019. In 2020, the Provincial People's Committee recognized the Xuong Giang Victory site as a tourist destination of great significance to the whole country and the land of Bac Giang rich in tradition. Photo: Tran Van Tuan According to VnE

Nature & Adventure 06/07/2022

Impressive destinations in Bac Giang

Bac Giang is a heritage land with diverse terrain, charming landscapes, traditional craft villages, intangible cultural heritage, and unique festivals.

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