Pac Ngoi - an ideal stopover point

Pac Ngoi village, located in Ba Be commune (Thai Nguyen province), is not just a place name, but also a living museum of the architecture and culture of the Tay ethnic group. The scenery here exudes a unique charm, enticing domestic and international tourists to come and explore.

A corner of Pac Ngoi village, Ba Be commune, Thai Nguyen province.

Pac Ngoi village has 97 households, of which 37 have boldly opened homestay services. Here, tourists can explore ancient stilt houses; in front is a clear blue lake, behind is a majestic limestone mountain range. With a clean and cool climate year-round, visitors to this area will be able to immerse themselves in the simple life of the local people.

Staying in Pac Ngoi is more than just renting a room to rest in. It's an opportunity to live a full day like a true local.

Many tourists are excited to wear vibrant ethnic costumes, participate in daily activities, or join the locals on boat trips to Ba Be Lake to fish, and then immediately enjoy fresh, delicious local specialties.

Ms. Hua Thi Tham, owner of Ngoc Trinh Homestay in Ba Be commune, shared: "My family has been involved in tourism since 1999. Currently, we have 7 rooms designed in the traditional cultural style of the Tay ethnic group, and we offer food and beverage services for tourists. We also organize activities such as renting boats for sightseeing on Ba Be Lake. In particular, many foreign tourists have had memorable experiences cycling around the lake."

In Pac Ngoi, many families organize services to cater to tourists.

Mr. Hoang Van Truyen, Head of Pac Ngoi village, said: "Pac Ngoi is blessed with beautiful natural scenery and preserves the unique traditional culture of the Tay people. Everyone in the village is clearly aware that tourism must go hand in hand with preservation. We always welcome tourists from near and far to come here to experience and better understand the lives and people of the locality. The development of tourism is an opportunity for the villagers to earn more income, improve their living standards, while still preserving the unique identity of the locality."

Besides admiring the beautiful scenery and experiencing daily life, visitors here can also enjoy unique cultural performances presented by Tay boys and girls. The smooth melodies of Then songs and the resonant sounds of the Tinh lute will transport visitors into a captivating cultural space, immersing them in the flow of distinctive traditional music.

The perfect combination of majestic mountains and clear blue lakes creates the unique and picturesque landscape characteristic of Pac Ngoi community tourism. From here, visitors can rent dugout canoes or motorboats to enjoy the beauty of Ba Be Lake, explore small islands, magnificent caves, and admire the diverse ecosystem, such as Hua Ma Cave, Dau Dang Waterfall, and Tien Pond...

A relaxing vacation in Pac Ngoi will undoubtedly be a valuable time for visitors to immerse themselves in nature, integrate with the local people's lives, and gain a deeper understanding of the indigenous culture of the area.

Upon arriving at Pac Ngoi, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy the local specialties.

In Pac Ngoi, visitors can enjoy the famous specialties of Ba Be. There's no need for fancy restaurants or professional chefs; simple, rustic dishes, prepared with the authentic flavors of the mountains and forests, are enough to captivate any diner.

Pac Ngoi is not only an ideal tourist destination, but also a complete experience for visitors. Here, nature, culture, and people blend together, creating a wonderful relaxing space that leaves an unforgettable impression on every visitor...

Source: https://baothainguyen.vn/van-hoa/202507/pac-ngoi-diem-dung-chan-ly-tuong-88f2590/