Ninh Binh Buddha Cave: Paddle a boat into the heart of the mountain to admire the stone Buddha statue.

Journey into the underwater cave

Located within the Thung Nham Eco -tourism Complex in Ninh Binh, Hang But is a natural underwater cave that offers visitors a fascinating exploration journey by boat. The cave is approximately 500 meters long, with an average width of 20 meters and a water depth of about 1.5 meters. The entrance is a tranquil rock face on the Ben Dang River, surrounded by towering limestone mountains.

The entrance to the Buddha Cave is located on the Ben Dang River. — The entrance to But Cave is located on the Ben Dang River, the starting point for the exploration journey.

Inside, the cave has a structure resembling a giant, semicircular tube. Because it is a dark and completely flooded cave, visitors will use flashlights to illuminate and explore the pristine and mysterious beauty of nature.

A stalactite formation resembling a meditating Buddha.

The most striking feature of Hang But Cave is a central stalactite formation, measuring 1.5 meters in height and 2 meters in width, shaped like a meditating Buddha. Under the flashlight beam, the image of the rock formation appears in a mystical atmosphere, bringing a sense of tranquility and mystery to visitors.

In the center of the cave is a rock formation, 1.5 meters high and 2 meters wide, shaped like a benevolent old man. — In the center of the cave is a rock formation, 1.5m high and 2m wide, shaped like a meditating Buddha.

According to tourist Trinh Van Dong, the experience of riding in a hand-rowed boat and admiring the unique stalactite formations firsthand was fascinating. He said that many people were surprised to find a stalactite resembling the image of Buddha in the heart of the cave.

Legends and natural beauty

The name Hang But (Buddha Cave) is associated with a local legend. According to the story, during times of famine, people sought a way to reach a fertile valley through this cave. One day, an old man with a long white beard guided them safely through the cave. When they returned to thank him, they found no trace of the old man, but instead a stone statue that looked exactly like him. From then on, the people believed it was Buddha descended to earth to help them, and they named the cave Hang But (Buddha Cave).

Inside the Buddha Cave, there are many stalactites shaped like peaches, kneeling elephants, and more. — Inside the Buddha Cave, there are many stalactites and stalagmites in diverse shapes, such as peaches and kneeling elephants.

Besides the rock formation resembling Buddha, the cave also boasts a rich system of stalactites and stalagmites with many other unique shapes such as a kneeling elephant, a peach blossom, a tulip... It is also home to hundreds of bats, contributing to the pristine natural ecosystem.

Stalactites shaped like tulips. — A stalactite formation shaped like a tulip flower.

Information for tourists

Hang But cave is located inside Tuong Mountain, a nearly 200-meter-high mountain that was once considered a natural defensive wall protecting the southwest of the ancient Hoa Lu capital. This cave also serves as a waterway connecting Thung Nham Tourist Area and Thien Ha Cave, making it convenient for visitors to combine visits to both locations.

Many international and domestic tourists come to Thung Nham to explore But Cave. — Hang But Cave attracts many domestic and international tourists who come to visit and explore.

To explore But Cave, visitors will take a boat ride down the Ben Dang River. This is a unique experience, offering the opportunity to admire the magnificent natural beauty and learn about the cultural and historical values of the ancient capital region.

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