Van Long Lagoon, a peaceful "waveless bay" in the heart of Ninh Binh

Nestled at the foot of the majestic limestone mountains in Gia Vien district (Ninh Binh), Van Long lagoon is known as the

Nestled at the foot of the majestic limestone mountains in Gia Vien district ( Ninh Binh ), Van Long lagoon is known as the "waveless bay" of the North. Not as bustling as Trang An or Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Van Long has a quiet, poetic beauty, making anyone who visits feel like their soul is cleansed by the rare peace. Photo Visit Ninh Binh

Van Long Lagoon is the largest wetland nature reserve in the Northern Delta, with an area of nearly 3,500 hectares. This place stands out with its mirror-like calm water surface, reflecting the overlapping limestone mountains and rich vegetation. Photo: Visit Ninh Binh

The special thing is that the water surface here has almost no waves, so this place is also called by the romantic name:

The special thing is that the water surface here has almost no waves, so this place is also called by the romantic name: "waveless bay". Photo Visit Ninh Binh

The experience of sitting on a bamboo boat, weaving through clear streams, following the foot of limestone mountains is an activity that any tourist cannot miss. Photo: Visit Ninh Binh

The journey takes visitors through amazing natural caves such as Ca cave, Bong cave, Rua cave... each cave is associated with an interesting folk story. Photo: Visit Ninh Binh

In the afternoon, the sunlight shines through the water, creating sparkling streaks of light like gold, making the scene even more magical. Photo: Visit Ninh Binh

Not only is it a prominent scenic spot, Van Long Lagoon is also the largest wetland nature reserve in the Northern Delta, home to many rare species of flora and fauna, especially the Delacour's Langur - an extremely endangered primate species in the world. Photo dulich

Not only is it a prominent scenic spot, Van Long Lagoon is also the largest wetland nature reserve in the Northern Delta, home to many rare species of flora and fauna, especially the white-cheeked langur - an extremely endangered primate species in the world . Photo: travel

If lucky, visitors can catch sight of groups of langurs swinging from branch to branch, playing on the cliffs – a special and unforgettable experience. Photo: Beomhaww__

In the vast, quiet space filled with the blue of the sky - mountains - water, people seem to be washed away all their fatigue and worries. No car horns, no dust, only the gentle sound of oars and the echoing sound of forest birds - all senses seem to be awakened and healed. Photo by Huong Dinh

If you are looking for a place to “escape” from the hustle and bustle of life, try visiting Van Long Lagoon once. No need for a tight schedule, no need for elaborate check-in points, just a quiet place in the middle of beautiful mountains and rivers is enough to warm your heart and relax. Photo by Huong Dinh