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Entrance fee is 100,000 VND and it takes about 2 hours to explore. Mua Cave is wholly unworthy of our respect.
The cave brings you one of the best panoramic views of one of the nicest sceneries in Viet Nam- that’s Ninh Binh- which is known as a wonder of the world, the Telegraph from the UK said “It’s an area known locally as Vietnam’s ‘Inland Halong Bay’” or Mua Cave – The Vietnamese “Great Wall of China”
This can’t be denied since more and more foreigners choose Mua Cave( Hang Mua – Vietnamese name) for their short holidays while in the north of Viet Nam.
Mua Cave Viewpoint
Visit Mua Cave, you totally get challenged to finally enjoy wonderful relaxation on the top of Mua Cave mountain with a majestic world around you. You can’t wait anymore to see some beautiful pictures of Mua Cave Ninh Binh below:
So visiting Hang Mua – Mua Cave in just 1 day, it’s cheap and easy, so why not? Answer 4 questions below will help you to decide more certainly because they provide you with almost things you need to have experience in this attraction.
Mua Cave is near Hanoi city, far from it about 90 km. It belongs to the cultural land of Ninh Binh
Mua cave is located in Khe Dau Ha village, Ninh Xuan commune, Hoa Lu district, Ninh Binh province. Together with Trang An ecological tourism complex, the terrain of Mua cave looks majestic with rolling mountains surrounding a whole large delta like a rampart protecting the country inside.
Do you know that the name of Mua Cave originated from an old-time story, when King Tran came to Hoa Lu capital, he often stopped at Mua cave so there were dancing performances by imperial maids, so people call the cave is “Mua” ( dancing)
Ticket Price: 100.000 VND/person (US $4)
Planning a trip to Mua caves, besides you take a ride to the cave you will be overcoming 486 stone steps to see beautiful sceneries on the top of Mua mountain.
The road to Mua cave was imitated as the Great Wall of China. Although it may make you tired because of the high steps, it becomes more interesting if you climb slowly and on the way you can take some nice photos.
Since you end your climbing, on the top of Mua cave, every worry will go with the wind. Any tiring feeling will disappear, instead limitless and expanses of fat rice crops ( Tam Coc rice fields) appears magically in front of your eyes.
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In the summer it’s ideal to visit Mua cave for you to catch a panoramic view of ripe rice fields. But don’t worry at any time you totally admire the peacefully imposing and stunning beauty of Ninh Binh.
As you can see the best time to see Mua caves is when Vietnamese farmers are planting rice then even green or yellow rice paddies all attract you immediately.
This period of time will start from May to July of the year. If at that time it’s on a sunny day you will have a memorable day trip in Mua cave.
But sometimes it’s far too hot and you may get tired that influences your mood. A cool day is a good choice to visit Ninh Binh with watching the sunset or the flow of dawn as should-do activity.
Another tip is that you should avoid rainy seasons because of the disadvantages of moving. Moreover the gray sky prevents us from taking nice photos.
Above of all, your schedule or hobby is most important to decide when you should visit Mua cave
Massive limestone Mua Cave Mountain
(In this tower, everyone usually takes a photo to upload on social networks- the virtual world.)
Following the path leading to the foot of the mountain and climb nearly 500 stairs to the top of the mountain to explore this tower. The ramp-up to the stand in Mua Cave is too steep, it takes about 25 minutes to 45 minutes depending on your strength.
After we had climbed the mountain, you will see the highest tower in Mua Cave with Vietnamese traditional architecture. The view is so beautiful from up above with a clear blue sky and majestic mountains
At the top of the highest mountain, there are two roads: One path to the right signed one of The Goddess of Mercy’s shrines and the other to the right signed a dragon with beautiful stonework creates a specific for it – you can witness the one of a masterpiece in Ninh Binh.
Although Mua cave is closed at 5 pm and sunset down around 6:30 pm. However, you still can enjoy the sky had begun to turn orange when the sun set behind the mountaintop
Mua Cave is known as one of the muses of Tam Coc, because at the top of Mua Cave you can have a most realistic and vivid panoramic view of Tam Coc with fields, blue rivers running slow and lazy, and majestic limestone mountains, the combination makes a wonderful picture.
The scene of Mua cave will surely captivate your heart and you will have an unforgettable impression on your travels. Nature lovers and photo lovers should not miss this place on their journey.
Tiger Cave is located on the left of the entrance. Walk through the artificial lakes, through the small paths and an ancient large, mossy green artificial lake is the entrance to the cave.
This cave doesn’t have a large surface area. There is an underground stream deep inside cave. However, it only appears during the summer
Located on the right-hand side of the entrance is the valley of colorful flowers. A large lotus lake. However, if you come here in the summer, you will have the opportunity to take photos and enjoy the lotus
Virtual Tower at Mua Cave
1 Day in Mua cave: Start your trip from Hanoi in the morning, you will arrive in Ninh Binh at about 10:00, then spend your first time to visit Tam Coc, or Trang An, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital until noon. Find yourself a restaurant nearby for lunch. The next time, it’s used for exploring Mua cave on the top of Mua mountain. Come back to your bus to go to Hanoi at about 16:30- 17:00
2 Days visiting Mua Cave: Before you start climbing up the cave, staying 1 night in Ninh Binh on the previous day is a good ideal. Located under the foot of Mua mountain, known by many visitors “Mua Cave Ecolodge” is a good place to stay. To know why it should be your choice or find other accommodations you should read this post: 9 Best Places To Stay in Ninh Binh
Well, this question never gives you a correct answer. If buying a tour you don’t have to be worried about anything. Everything is well-organized by suppliers with a fixed schedule, restaurant, hotel, knowledge tour guide, transportation 2 ways…
Mua Cave is one of the most popular attractions that you can select for your trip to Ninh Binh. Besides, there are other destinations nearby, so you can expand your schedule.
Mua Cave – Nearby Attractions
Such as Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Tam Coc, Bich Dong Pagoda, Thung Nham Bird Park, Thien Ha Galaxy, Trang An landscape complex, Bai Dinh pagoda complex, Phat Diem Church, Cuc Phuong National Park. All of them have their own appeal.
Among them, you can consider Tam Coc – Bich Dong, Thung Nham Bird Park, Hoa Lu Ancient Capital, Bai Dinh Pagoda, Trang An Grottoes. They are the most popular tourist destinations and are near Mua Cave.
Bich Dong is a temple surrounded by a lake with blooming lotus flowers. The path to the top of Bich Dong goes through a cave decorated with impressive statues.
And on the top of Bich Dong, you will have a grandstand view. This is also a great place to have beautiful memories for your trip
The best thing is the entrance fee to Tam Coc – Bich Dong is free!
Tam Coc – Bich Dong Pagoda
Tam Coc Boat Ride on Ngo Dong River
Bai Dinh Temple is a large temple complex with many Asian and Vietnamese records established as the temple has the largest gold-plated Buddha image in Asia, the temple has the longest Arhat corridor in Asia, and the Maitreya statue.
Southeast Asia’s largest bronze … You will be impressed by the religious and fascinating beauty of the Bai Dinh Temple complex. ! If you love ancient Asian architecture, you should mark this place on your map.
Bai Dinh Pagoda – Detailed Travel Guide – 2022
Trang An complex is a breathtaking landscape of almost vertical limestone populations surrounding valleys and rivers. Also known as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trang An will surprise you with the beauty of nature
You will take 2.5 hours by boat to visit famous caves such as Light Cave, Dark Cave, Ba Giot Cave, Nau Ruou, Sinh Cave, Si Si Cave, etc. Don’t forget to bring your camera as you will be taking great photos here.
Trang An Boat Ride – A Spectacular Boat Ride Must Do in Ninh Binh
The former capital of Vietnam is located 90 km south of Hanoi, protected by high limestone mountains and earthen walls. Hoa Lu is a beautiful old city, the economic and political center of Dai Con Viet, a kingdom extending from northern Vietnam to the center during the 10th and 11th centuries.
Explore Hoa Lu Ancient Capital in Ninh Binh – 2022
If you depart from Hanoi to Mua Caves, you can go by train, motorbike and bus. It takes you about 2 hours. Mua cave is only 6km away from the center of Ninh Binh city, so it’s easy for you to catch a taxi get to the hotel/homestay.
For the shuttle bus, there are two options: the buses will pick you up at the fore-arranged address or you can go catch the bus at the bus stations. If you want to catch the bus yourself, you can go to:
Giap Bat bus station at 6 Giai Phong street, Hoang Mai district.
Yen Nghia bus station at Highway 6, Ha Dong district.
Nuoc Ngam bus station at 1 Ngoc Hoi road, Hoang Mai district.
My Dinh bus station at 20 Pham Hung.
Tips for each sort of transportation from Hanoi: ( applied for 1 day trip)
You should take a train departing from 6:00 am to save your 1 day if you have only 1 day in Ninh Binh. A train ticket costs from 80.000 VND
Go by bus is the most popular form of transportation for foreigners. Price is from 150.000 VND/way but they will pick you up from your hotel/Airbnb if you stay in the Hanoi center. Sometimes, some people feel more comfortable to hire a private car, which seems to be more suitable for families.
Ride a motorbike sounds interesting for anyone who loves exploring. Viet Nam is a “world of motorbikes” here you never find it difficult to hire a motorbike for 1 day. However finding a good renter in Hanoi can make you confused, don’t hesitate to contact Love Vietnam Travel, our local colleague in Hanoi is willing to help you to hire a motorbike will the best price.
Traditional cuisine is key to making your trip memorable. Find these dishes in Ninh Binh such as medium-rare goat meat with lemon, goat meat cooked on an oil pan, baked goat meat, and crisp rice dipped with sauce…to taste and learn more about cuisine in Ninh Binh
Mua Cave View point
Ninh Binh is the favorite destination of Vietnamese and foreign tourists.
It’s really special to nature lovers and photographers, bloggers, couples, or families with young children who want to experience nature and relaxation … If you are one of those, you shouldn’t miss Ninh Binh.
Ninh Binh is endowed with unspoiled nature with a diversified eco-system natural, wild landscapes and impressive scene.
People are gradually becoming aware of the fact that we are destroying our natural environment. The natural is well-protected and preserved by goverment.
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is located in Ninh Binh provice, the land has both marvelous mountains and seas with the development of many attractive tourist areas.
Hoa Lu ancient capital, perhaps, makes the province more attractive because it creates the cultural identity of the area and help people understand more about the cultural, architectural and sculptural values associated with the legend about the foundation of Dai Co Viet ( an old name of Viet Nam country).
This place is worth visiting for anyone who wants to explore and learn new things
Let us introduce you special things about Hoa Lu ancient citadel in NinhBinh
Trang An is known as the most popular attraction in Ninh Binh, it consists of a complex of limestone caves stretching across the Sao Khe River, surrounded by majestic limestone mountains, creating a picture of beautiful scenery.
Entrance fee is 250,000 VND, it will be completed in 2.5 – 3 hours on boat with an experienced woman row the boat. You must buy tickets directly at the ticket counter at the entrance of the resort.
Bai Dinh pagoda in Ninh Binh – The first and most important thing is wonderful landscapes of Ninh Binh land have played an important role on the development of Viet Nam tourist industry to the world today.
Not only do the marvelous sceneries make you dote on it, it also elicits a precious land with ancient historical relics of ancient Vietnam which is the second thing you should know. Bai Dinh Padoda includes both of majestic sceneries and spirit values. This is the largest spiritual pagoda in Viet Nam and one of the must-see places in Ninh Binh.
I’m going to introduce you about some records that make Bai Dinh Pagoda become a famous pagoda in Viet Nam as well as in Asia. These are also highlights in the Pagoda if you visit it. What are the reasons make you decide to visit Bai Dinh Pagoda?
Welcome to Ninh Binh, a hidden gem in Vietnam that offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, historical sites, and cultural experiences. This comprehensive travel guide will provide you with all the essential information to plan an unforgettable trip to Ninh Binh, covering the best time to visit, transportation options, accommodation choices, delicious local cuisine, and must-visit attractions. Let's dive into the wonders of Ninh Binh!
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Ninh Binh, located only about 100km from Hanoi, is an ideal destination for a one-day tour. Known for its stunning landscapes and famous attractions, Ninh Binh offers a variety of experiences for visitors.
Ninh Binh, a city nestled at the southernmost tip of the Red River Delta, boasts numerous renowned scenic spots such as the historically rich ancient capital of Hoa Lu, the picturesque Tam Coc – Bich Dong complex, the majestic natural landscapes of Trang An, and various spiritual attractions like Bai Dinh Pagoda and Phat Diem Church. Join Love Vietnam Travel as we present a detailed "checklist" of places to visit, dishes to try, transportation options, and recommended hotels during your Ninh Binh travel experience.
Mua Cave in Summer
Mua Cave Viewpoint
Lotus season at Mua Cave
Summer at Mua Cave
Mua Cave in the Sunset
Lotus lake at mua cave area