Lang Son Geopark was established in 2021 with a diverse and rich geological heritage system . Spread over a large territory of 4,849 km2, spread across 8 districts and cities of Lang Son province, Lang Son Geopark is one of the largest geoparks in Vietnam.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking natural heritage of Lang Son Geopark, a unique territory in Vietnam – a testament to the incredible evolution of life over the past 500 million years . There are fossils that show that Lang Son used to be a sea area. This awe-inspiring geopark includes several biodiversity reserves, with rich flora and fauna, especially with regard to karst (limestone) and non-karst (other rocks) features.
The land of Lang Son is like a charming painting of mountains and waters. Photo: Shutterstock
Impressive natural landscapes
The geopark has famous landscapes such as: Overlapping low rocky mountains surrounding valleys and villages in Yen Thinh commune (Huu Lung district); caves are the residence of historical people such as Tham Khuyen cave (Binh Gia district)...
The Geopark is home to Huu Lien Nature Reserve, a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts , and is home to a variety of animal species , from musk deer and white-cheeked langurs to Northeast black gibbons on a global scale such as leopards, king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) and three-striped box turtles.
Huu Lien Nature Reserve. Photo: TTTTXTDL
Another outstanding feature of the Geopark is the primeval forest of crushed timber trees on limestone mountains in Dong Dang village, Bac Quynh commune, Bac Son district. The forest has been preserved for hundreds of years not only contributing to stabilizing slopes, mitigating geological disasters and protecting water sources but also has a strong spiritual meaning for the local people way.
Primeval crushed timber forests. Photo: TTTTXTDL
The karst areas of Lang Son Geopark, especially Chi Lang and Huu Lung districts, are famous for fruit trees , the most prominent of which is na. Planted according to good, clean and environmentally friendly production standards, Lang Son is a testament to the Geopark's commitment to sustainable development .
Foreign tourists experience the Na garden in Chi Lang. Photo: TTTTXTDL
The limestone-free areas of Lang Son Geopark are famous for the traditional anise cultivation and distillation of anise essential oil. Anise trees are usually planted by sowing seeds in February-March, harvesting after about 5-10 years, twice a year in July-August and March-April. Anise is harvested and then distilled for about 3-5 days depending on whether it is fresh or dried. Anise and essential oils are used for many different purposes such as seasoning dishes , making medicines, etc.
Activities to experience anise forest in Van Quan district of young people. Photo: TTTTXTDL
4 outstanding tourist routes in Lang Son:
Explore the world of Thuong Thousand is the first sightseeing itinerary associated with the Blue shirt of the Holy Mother of the Thousand Saints. This tourist route has 8 points, a distance of about 120 km, originating from Bac Le temple of Huu Lung district, which is a famous place in the practice of Mother worship of Vietnamese people, where the Geopark Information Center is located.
Journey to the Heavenly Yard is tourist route No. 2 associated with the Red shirt of Saint Mother Lieu Hanh with 11 attractions, a distance of about 130 km. The opening is Huu Nghi international border gate, passing through Mau Dong Dang temple to points along National Highway 1B to the homeland of the heroic Bac Son revolution.
The road to the top of Mau Son. Photo: Shutterstock
Rustic life on earth is tourist route No. 3 associated with the typical yellow color of the original bronze statues of the Holy Mothers. There are 9 attractions on the journey of about 130 km, originating from Bac Son district.
Explore the Aquarium is the theme of tourist route No. 4, associated with the white shirt of Saint Mother Thoai, there are 10 attractions on a distance of about 80 km. Starting from Tam Thanh Pagoda, follow National Highway 4B towards Loc Binh. The journey also passes through Ban Khieng waterfall, Tien pagoda, sacred Mau Toi temple...
Bac Son Valley. Photo: Shutterstock
Come and explore Lang Son Global Geopark, where you can witness the evolution of life in sacred lands . This is not only a Geopark, but also a journey through time, a testament to nature's self-healing ability and a celebration of the diversity of life.
According to TTTTXTDL