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Phu Tho Province, Vietnam

Sitting at the head of the Red River Delta Region, Phu Tho (Phú Tho) is a province in Northern Vietnam. Strategically located at the confluence of the Red and Da Rivers, this northern province has been nicknamed the “West Gate of Hanoi”.

Important to the Phu Tho Province is the production of tea, dynastical connections, and the Xuan Son National Park (Xuân So’n). Additionally, the province’s proximity to Hanoi makes it a popular day trip or weekend vacation destination.

How to Get to Phu Tho

Uniquely, Phu Tho Province marks an area of geological transition for Northern Vietnam. Blending the mountains from the far north with valleys of the delta, the landscapes in Phu Tho are verdant and stunning. Boosting mighty peaks, rolling hills, and gentle plains, rivers also flow through the province, adding to its mystical beauty.

Covering an area of about 3535 sq km (1,365 sq mi), Phu Tho boasts a mixture of urban and remote destinations. Hanoi, the country’s capital, is the closest major city to the Phu Tho Province. To get to the provincial capital of Viet Tri (Viêt Trì), travelers will have to head 82 km (51 mi) to the northwest of Hanoi .

Driving by renting or hiring a car is a popular way to travel to Phu Tho and it takes about 1 and a ½ hours. Trains and buses are more affordable ways to travel, but the journey is slower and it can take over 2 hours to reach Phu Tho. The most convenient way to get to the province is by flying to the Noi Bai International Airport , which is roughly 56 kilometers (34 mi) from Viet Tri.

Lineage in this northern province can be traced back to the 3rd millennium BC. Known to historians as the Hong Bang Period, Phu Tho Province was a part of the first Vietnamese state called Xich Quy. Ruling for 18 dynasties and building the Van Lang Nation, the Hung Kings (Hùng) are a significant part of the local and national identity.

During the 3rd century BC, the province became the site of the Hung Temple Complex. Situated on top of the Nghia Linh Mountain, the complex is dedicated to the Hung Kings. Today, Phu Tho Province is considered to be sacred ancestral land and the cradle of the Lac Viet culture.

The birthplace of the nation, there are many historical sites in the province that honor Vietnam’s epic past. Though the Hung Temple Complex is the most famous historical site in the province, there are more than 150 significant sites in Phu Tho that preserve Vietnam’s history and traditions.

Older than civilization, the geography of the province is an impressive sight for many travelers. Featuring thousands of acres of natural forest and limestone mountains, tourists can dig deep for a rounded education on Vietnamese landscapes and culture.

• Phu Tho is one of the poorest provinces in Vietnam, with the average household earning less than $6 US dollars per person, per month.
• There are 11 districts, 1 town, 1 provincial city, 11 townlets, 248 communes, and 18 wards in the Phu Tho Province.
• Tea is the main crop and an important part of the economy in Phu Tho.

Capital City

At the Hac Junction (Nga Ba Hac) of the Red and Lo Rivers (Lô), the city of Viet Tri is the capital of Phu Tho Province. The strategic location of Viet Tri on the river system has given it the nickname the “City of Confluence”. Seen for its potential development, many companies have invested in Viet Tri, which has significantly boosted the local economy.

Viet Tri City is the first stop for many travelers in Phu Tho. An industrial city, Viet Tri will likely surprise visitors with its various attractions. A hub for more than businesses and factories, tourists will have the chance to explore an important part of Northern Vietnam.

The city has many sites like the Binh Son Pagoda, Hung Vuong Museum (Hùng Vu’o’ng), and Golden Bridge Pagoda which are an integral part to the country’s history, culture, and identity. However, there are a few natural gems worth exploring too. In the city limits, Van Lang Park is one of the top tourist spots, boasting restaurants, hotels, and entertainment complexes.

Catering to business and leisure, travelers will have the option of staying at a variety of accommodations. From large resorts to mini-hotels, many properties have been highly recommended by previous guests. The top hotels in Viet Tri City are the Muong Thanh Luxury Phu Tho, Cross Vibe Viet Tri, Truong An Hostel, Sai Gon Phu Tho Hotel, Hotel Mini, and the Nha Nghi Moc Huong.

The city also has a mix of quality restaurants that serve mostly traditional Vietnamese cuisine, however, there are a few places that incorporated their take on classics like hamburgers, pizza, and pasta. Some of the best eateries in Viet Tri City are the Buffet Restaurant Seoul Bulgogi BBQ and Hotpot , Gogi House , Manwah Taiwanese Hot Pot , Thai Coco Restaurant, and the Pansy Restaurant.

Famous Places in the Phu Tho Province

Outside of Viet Tri City, most of the communities in Phu Tho are small and rural. With thousands of acres of untouched natural forest, this province is one of the most unique in the Red River Delta . Some of the best communities outside of the city to explore in Phu Tho include Ha Hoa District (Ha Hòa), Phu Tho Town (Phú Tho), and the Lam Thao District (Lâm Thao).

Ha Hoa District

A remote district, Ha Hoa has a mountainous landscape that’s famous for its epic trekking paths and beautiful scenery. The locals live in a small community, which has helped preserve the area’s landscapes. Homestays are popular accommodations here and hosts are happy to guide tourists on hikes through the forests. Additional attractions in the area include day visits to the district’s ethnic villages.

Phu Tho Town

The largest urban area outside of the provincial capital, Phu Tho Town has become a well-known tourist destination due to its hilly landscape. Bordering the town’s edges are fields of tea, which grow and bloom into a vibrant green hue. Great for learning about Vietnamese tea culture, tourists will also find that the historic and religious sites in the town are alluring.

Lam Thao District

One of the newer rural districts in the province is called Lam Thao. Boasting a river landscape, activities in Lam Thao are centered around the great outdoors. Aside from touring the small communities, tourists can hike and boat through the district’s landscapes. Tourists in Lam Thao should also consider spending time with the locals to learn about agricultural traditions.

Main Attractions

Adding to the list of attractions in Phu Tho Province, there are a few must-visit places for tourists. Highlighting the culture and nature of this northern province, the best tourist attractions in the Phu Tho Province are the Hung Temple, Xuan Son National Park, Green Pearl Island Tourist Area, Long Coc Tea Hill (Long Côc), and Ao Chau Pond.

• Hung Temple

At the summit of the Nghia Linh Mountain, there is a complex that consists of several temples called Hung Temple . Each temple is dedicated to the Hung Kings who founded the country and created the first ruling Vietnamese dynasty. Locals believe that the temple was once the capital of Van Lang. Currently, the temples are the number one tourist attraction in the Phu Tho Province.

Green Pearl Island Tourist Area

For families, the Green Pearl Island Tourist Area is a fun park where parents can take their kids to enjoy the day. Attractions at the complex include a water park, roller coasters, and numerous playground areas. There are plenty of restaurants in the tourist area, so guests can refuel throughout the day. From Viet Tri, the park is 53 minutes to the southwest.

• Xuan Son National Park

Boasting a series of caves, rivers, waterfalls and amazing limestone karsts, Xuan Son National Park protects the southeasternmost peaks of the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range (Hoàng Liên Son). A mere 80 miles from Hanoi, this national park is an underdeveloped gem.

Visitors can arrange for a homestay with the locals and hire guides to take them to the caverns and through the forests. Highlights in the park include Ten Mountain, Ban Coi, and Coi Cave.

Long Coc Tea Hill

One of the most beautiful and unique areas for tourists to visit in Phu Tho is in the Tan Son District. Often shrouded in mist, green hills of tea emerge from the shadows as sunlight hits their peaks. The Long Coc Tea Hill stretches out over 700 hectares with most visitors planning their trip for the fall or winter months.

Aside from the hills where the tea plants are grown, communities in the area welcome tourists to sample and learn more about Vietnam’s tea culture.

Ao Chau Pond

Sometimes called the “Mini Halong”, Ao Chau Pond is a natural heritage site in Vietnam. Located in the Ha Hoa District, the pond has a picturesque landscape that is dotted with mountains and 100 islands of various sizes. With clear water, travelers will have the chance to spot rare aquatic species like the Golden Turtle or Trionychid Turtle.

Boat tours of Ao Chau Pond are the best way to explore the water and the numerous islands.

Special Events

Culture is thriving in Phu Tho and to keep with ancient tradition, there are numerous celebrations held throughout the year. One of the biggest celebrations in this historic province is the Hung Kings Festival . Celebrations are held at both the Hung Temple Complex on top of the Nghia Linh Mountain and in the capital city, Viet Tri.

Beginning on the 10th of March, the festival kicks off with a grand display of fireworks. Multiple ceremonies are held including the Palanquin Procession and Incense Offering Ceremony.

As a northern province, Phu Tho experiences two seasons throughout the year. Though often divided into wet and dry, travelers visiting during the winter should be prepared to face colder temperatures. Generally, the wet season occurs during the summer months and the dry season happens during the fall and winter months.

Travelers who are interested in spending time exploring the area’s natural beauty should plan their trip accordingly. Tourists tend to favor visiting the province from November through March as this coincides with the dry season . Hiking during the rainy season is unsafe as trails have the tendency to wash out or flood.

With a long and glorious history, Phu Tho Province has long captivated the hearts of the locals. Now expanding its reach into the international realm, more travelers are hearing whispers of the province’s beautiful landscapes and ancient culture. A hidden gem outside of Hanoi, travelers will want to get to Phu Tho before it becomes overrun.

For now, this northern province remains a rustic, uncrowded, and gorgeous destination.

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• Ninh Binh City (180km)
• Thai Binh City (184km)

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Phu tho province – top 6 things to do & complete guides.

Phu Tho, the birthplace of Vietnam, is a province located in the northeastern part of Vietnam, which gives it an important mission: to be the center of the northern region of Vietnam. Phu Tho province is the gate that connects the northwestern provinces and Hanoi, as well as other provinces of the Red River Delta. Thus, the topography of Phu Tho is extremely varied, with all kinds of terraces such as mountains, hills, plains, and a whole range of tourist activities to develop: Eco-tours, amusement parks, seaside resorts, etc.

Best Things to Do & See in Phu Tho Province

Hung king temple.

The famous tourist destination of Phu Tho is Hung Temple. It is a particularly important cultural and historical relic of the country, a wonderful architectural complex on Nghia Linh mountain (175m high). Hung Temple includes the Ha Temple where Au Co gave birth; Trung Temple, where the Hung Kings discussed the country’s problems; Thuong temple, where every year Hung Kings made sacrifices, worshiped rice gods, was also the resting place of the 6th Hung King.

The landscape of Hung Temple and the festivals are the most important tourism and cultural resources of Phu Tho. This place deserves to be the most famous tourist destination in Phu Tho to visit and is also the place to direct people to spiritual places of purity.

Hang Lang Cave

Hang Lang cave runs along a large stream, the cave arch is relatively high, with a place as high as 15-20 meters and the width is not inferior. This is a long-running cave and along the limestone mountains. Discover the inner depths of Hang Lang as you are lost in a mysterious and strange world, a world created by incredible beautiful stalactites and water springs in caves. In the cave, stalactites drop down to create a very impressive shape.

Dam Ao Chau

Ao Chau Lagoon with an area of over 1,000ha, including over 400ha of water in Ha Hoa town, Ha Hoa district. The lagoon is clear and green, surrounded by luxuriant fruit hills and many rare fish, birds, and animals. This is one of the great tourism potentials of Phu Tho.

This place attracts many tourists to visit. Looking on the map, the lagoon resembles the head of a buffalo with two horns on the two sides of the Thao River and Lo River, consisting of dozens of niches alternating along the hills, collecting water from large and small streams from four sides. Currently, Phu Tho is building projects with services to further develop the potential here to serve visitors.

Gioi Pond – Tien Spring

Tien Spring is one of the beautiful places to visit in Phu Tho. This place proves a miraculous hand of nature. Streams originating from Mount Na, the highest mountain of Ha Hoa district that has many waterfalls. There are waterfalls with a height of 20 meters. More than 10 large and small cascades with separate characteristics of elevation, the fall zone, and the surrounding landscape all over the stream here are given the names of folk and nuances of legends in imagination.

Here you can take a walk along the streams, there are also many different shapes of stones that are associated with unique names such as Elephant Stone Pedestal, Ho Phuc stone pedestal, Dragon Stone, Heaven Gate, Fairy Wings …

Phu Tho Specialties

Phu Tho is also home to many delicious and attractive specialties: tea, sour meat of Muong people in Thanh Son, ear cakes, palm silkworms, rice with palm leaves, cassava fish soup, and palm sauce in Phu Ninh. You can enjoy these dishes at any restaurant on the go. In particular, a famous product of Phu Tho land that tourists come here wants to enjoy is Doan Hung pomelo. Pomelo is small but has an extremely sweet, cool, and aromatic flavor.

Phu Tho Xoan Singing

Xoan singing has been the traditional performance attached to Hung King ceremonies. However, fewer and fewer artisans who are masters of this art live today while it takes the young years of training to reach the demanding level. Xoan singing is recognized by UNESCO as the World Intangible Cultural Heritage to raise the awareness of people and authorities to preserve this long-established culture

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Best time to visit phu tho province.

The most beautiful time to visit Phu Tho is definitely on the occasion of the Hung Kings’ death anniversary. The weather is dry and convenient for travel and pilgrimage. This place has scattered festivals throughout the year. Visit Phu Tho at any time, visitors can immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere, imbued with national identity.

The Hung Kings’ death anniversary on March 10 (Lunar calendar) every year is the biggest festival in Phu Tho and one of Vietnam’s National Holidays. This is also an opportunity for visitors to discover the beauty of Phu Tho and also to pay tribute and honor to Hung Kings.

How to Get to Phu Tho Province

Phu Tho is only 90 km away from Hanoi, beside your Hanoi tours , you can go to My Dinh bus station and go by coach to Phu Tho. You also can rent private car or motorbike from Hanoi then follow Thang Long Boulevard, Son Tay town, Trung Ha bridge to Phu Tho if you want to have unforgettable experiences in your Vietnam vacation .

It is about 26km from Phu Tho bus station to the center of the province, most customers will come by taxi. To actively move in the province or move to other districts of Phu Tho province, you can rent a motorbike.

Accommodations in Phu Tho Province

For the convenience of moving to the attractions, visitors should choose the hotel located in the central area of Viet Tri city at the routes of Tran Phu, Hung Vuong, Nguyen Tat Thanh … Accommodation in Phu Tho is quite expensive and often in a state of out of the room. Therefore, if planning to travel to Phu Tho, making a phone call in advance will be a wise decision and help tourists be more active in finding a place to stay here. Some of the best-rated hotels in Phu Tho that you can refer to are Song Huong, Khanh Linh, Bapaco…

What to Buy in Phu Tho Province

Phu Tho has 51 handicraft villages and 12 villages with products that can serve tourists such as Chung cake, vermicelli noodles, incense, soy sauce, sour meat, green tea, Sai Nga leaf cone, rattan bamboo … you can depend on your preference to buy the famous gift in this land as a souvenir for your friends and family.

Useful Tips for Traveling Phu Tho Province

On the occasion of Hung Kings’ death anniversary, many tourists flocked to Phu Tho, causing the prices of services to rise much higher than normal days. So, you should ask carefully the price of services such as eating, staying … to avoid being “ripped off”. In addition, there might be also a pickpocket situation, so you should prepare discreet clothes to celebrate the festivals or to visit attractions.

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Phu Tho is located in the Northeast region of Vietnam, possessing a strategically advantageous location. To the southeast, it borders Hanoi, to the north, Tuyen Quang and Yen Bai, to the east, Vinh Phuc, to the south, Hoa Binh, and to the west, it borders Son La.

Phu Tho is a province with a central transitional position between the northern mountains and the plains, at the apex of the Red River Delta triangle. Nature has endowed Phu Tho with many unique and precious natural landscapes, ideal for developing various forms of eco-tourism and resorts.

This land is also the ancestral homeland of the nation, with historical and cultural traditions linked throughout the history of nation-building and defense. Join RuudNguyen.com to explore the land and people here.

General Introduction to Phu Tho

Blessed by nature with a terrain that transitions between the plains and the midland mountainous areas, it possesses fertile plains, rugged mountains, and closely situated hills. When traveling to Phu Tho, you will experience various types of tourism such as sightseeing, relaxation, entertainment, and eco-tourism resorts.

A Corner of Phu Tho Town (Photo Collected)

With these potentials and advantages, Phu Tho tourism is well-positioned to develop various types of tourism: spiritual tourism focused on the ancestral roots; tourism to historical and cultural relics; eco-tourism resorts; and visits to famous landscapes.

Phu Tho is a midland and mountainous province in Northern Vietnam, centrally located in the region and serving as the northwestern gateway to the capital city of Hanoi. Phu Tho is situated along the Hai Phong – Hanoi – Kunming (China) economic corridor.

It is 50km from Noi Bai International Airport, 80km from downtown Hanoi, 170km from Hai Phong port, 200km from the Ha Khau international border gate (between Lao Cai – Vietnam and Yunnan – China), and the Thanh Thuy – Lang Son border gate, and is at the confluence of three major rivers: the Red River, the Da River, and the Lo River.

The geographical location of Phu Tho provides many favorable conditions and great potential for production, trade, economic development, and international exchange.

Furthermore, Phu Tho is the ancestral land and the cradle of the Vietnamese nation. Here are the temples dedicated to the Hung Kings and a dense network of historical relics and festivals. Each festival has its own unique and distinctive character, offering significant potential for tourism and service development.

The Hung Temple – One of the most ancient places worshiping the Hung Kings. From ancient times to the present, it has been a gathering place and a symbol of the unity and strength of the Vietnamese nation. This land preserves over 1,300 cultural and historical relics, including 01 special national relic, 73 national relics, 219 provincial relics, and hundreds of unique folk festivals such as the Hung Temple Festival, Au Co Mother Temple Festival, Tro Tram Festival, Chua Gai Procession, Hung Lo palanquin procession, and the Hien Quan Phet Festival, along with Xoan and Gheo folk songs.

Of these, Xoan singing has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding; the worship of Hung Kings in Phu Tho is a representative intangible cultural heritage of humanity, a priceless cultural heritage rich in ancestral identity, and a unique humanistic tourism resource that greatly attracts visitors from all directions.

Whether Traveling Far or Near, Remember the Ancestral Death Anniversary (Photo Collected)

With attractive spiritual destinations such as the Historical Relic of Hung Temple, Au Co Mother Temple, Hung Lo Communal House, Lau Thuong Communal House, Lang Suong Temple, and the festival city of Viet Tri, Phu Tho offers a wealth of natural beauty and historical sites.

These include the Xuan Son National Park with its pristine forests, fascinating caves, and waterfalls; the health-beneficial Thanh Thuy hot mineral springs; Ao Chau Pond; Ao Gioi – Fairy Stream… Phu Tho is well-equipped to develop various forms of tourism: spiritual tourism focused on ancestral roots, tourism to historical and cultural relics, eco-tourism resorts, and visits to scenic landscapes.

When is the Best Time to Visit Phu Tho for Tourism?

Phu Tho’s numerous festivals occur throughout the year, so if you want to attend a particular festival, you just need to schedule your trip close to or on the day of the festival. One major festival in Phu Tho you should not miss is the Hung Kings’ death anniversary on the 10th day of the 3rd lunar month each year.

• If you’re interested in exploring eco-tourism and community tourism in Phu Tho, don’t miss Xuan Son National Park. The best time to visit Xuan Son is from April to August, before the rainy and stormy season in the North. The hot weather makes it a great time to explore the forest.
• For those looking to relax in the Thanh Thuy hot mineral springs, choose a time when the weather is slightly chilly (just before the winter in Northern Vietnam, with its cold spells). Soaking in the hot springs during this time can be an enjoyable experience.

Directions to Phu Tho

Personal transport.

Viet Tri city is 80 km from the center of Hanoi and 50 km from Noi Bai International Airport, located opposite Ba Vi district, Hanoi. You can easily plan a short bike trip (visiting a few places) or a longer journey (exploring all the scenic spots in Phu Tho).

Public Transportation

Phu Tho is on the Hanoi – Lao Cai railway line, with trains stopping at several stations in Phu Tho, including two main stations: Viet Tri and Phu Tho Town.

From Hanoi Railway Station, there are two trains stopping at Viet Tri Station: train YB3 and SP3. Train YB3 departs from Hanoi at 6:10 am and arrives in Viet Tri at 8:20 am. Train SP3 leaves Hanoi at 10:00 pm and reaches Viet Tri at 11:50 pm. Train YB3 also stops at Tien Kien Station at 8:55 am.

To visit the Hung Temple, you have two options. Get off at Viet Tri Station, then walk to Hung Vuong Street to catch bus number 19, which passes near the Hung Temple. Alternatively, get off at Tien Kien Station (Lam Thao) and take a motorbike taxi or regular taxi to the temple (about 4km away).

Road Transport

From My Dinh Bus Station, there are many buses daily to various districts of Phu Tho. You can choose the bus service that fits your schedule.

You can catch a bus at My Dinh Bus Station or contact reputable bus companies with routes to Phu Tho, such as Hai Thuong, Hieu Nghia, Manh Nga…

To go to the Hung Temple by bus, choose bus services heading to Phu Tho Town. These buses pass by the entrance to the Hung Temple.

Getting Around in Phu Tho

To get around Phu Tho using public transport, you can use buses, motorbike taxis, regular taxis, or rent a motorbike.

• While motorbike rental services in Phu Tho are not as developed, there are a few tips to find these rental places:
• Pawnshops: These often have a variety of used motorbikes available for rent by the hour, day, or even month. Areas around universities and colleges: These places often have motorbike rental shops serving the student population.

Accommodation in Phu Tho

In addition to the Hung Temple, in Phu Tho, you can also explore beautiful places like Fairy Stream, Lang Cave, Ao Chau Pond, and enjoy the delicious and attractive specialties of this midland region.

Hotels and Guesthouses in Phu Tho

To meet the growing demand for tourism, over the past few years, the accommodation infrastructure, tourism service businesses, and entertainment venues in Phu Tho have been increasingly invested in both quantity and quality.

To date, Phu Tho has over 300 tourist accommodation facilities, with the quality of tourism services continually improving, ready to meet the needs of visitors to Phu Tho.

Homestays in Phu Tho

Homestays in Phu Tho, Concentrated Around Xuan Son National Park (Photo Collected)

Homestays are a popular trend among travel enthusiasts, and Phu Tho is no exception. The emergence of homestays in Phu Tho has provided tourists, especially young travelers, with more accommodation options.

Tourist Attractions in Phu Tho

Hung temple.

Hung Temple is located on Nghia Linh mountain, Hy Cuong commune, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province. The Hung Temple complex is a solemn architectural ensemble on Nghia Linh mountain.

The Hung Temple historical relic site, a famous destination in Phu Tho (Photo Collected)

From Hanoi, follow National Highway No. 2 to Viet Tri city (84km), then continue about 10km to Hang intersection and turn left for 3 km to reach the relic site. The Hùng Temple historical relic site includes the Lower Temple and Pagoda, the Well Temple, the Middle Temple, the Upper Temple, and the tomb of King Hung.

Lac Long Quan Ancestral Temple

The temple honoring the ancestor Lac Long Quan is part of the Hung Temple historical relic site in Phu Tho. This place is not only associated with the legend of “the Dragon’s descendants” but is also famous for the solemnity and grandeur of the temple, and its prime location in feng shui, “where the mountain embraces the water.

The Lac Long Quan Temple (Photo Collected)

The Lac Long Quan Temple, dedicated to the nation’s ancestor Lac Long Quan, began construction on March 26, 2007, on Sim hill, about 1 km from Nghia Linh mountain. Located in a prime location with the advantageous terrain of “mountains looking over water,” the temple spans a total area of 13 hectares.

The hill’s shape resembles a giant turtle, flanked by representations of the Azure Dragon and White Tiger, with Hoc Trai Lake and the Red River flowing towards the sea in front, symbolizing sacredness and mysticism. The temple complex includes various structures such as the three-entrance gate, symbolic gate, ceremonial yard, pavilion, left and right auxiliary buildings, and the main worship area.

The main worship area covers 210 square meters, consisting of the forecourt, main hall, and inner sanctuary. The interior is made of ironwood, with lacquer and gilding; the roof is covered with Bat Trang tiles, and the floor is paved with Bat Trang bricks, bordered by blue stone. In the inner sanctuary, a 1.5-ton, 1.98-meter tall bronze statue of Lac Long Quan is seated regally on a carved stone pedestal with Dong Son cultural motifs.

Flanking him are 1.80-meter tall statues of Lac Lords and Lac Generals, each weighing 0.5 tons. The temple also prominently displays two bas-reliefs: “Lac Long Quan with his 50 sons descending to the sea” and “Au Co with her 50 sons ascending to the mountains.” Constructed in 2007 and completed in 2009, the temple’s architecture wholly adheres to traditional styles.

Visitors entering the temple must cross a bridge over Hoc Trai Lake, where golden carps swim, adding to the harmony and liveliness. The main gate, also known as the ceremonial gate, features four columns with intricately carved designs on all sides.

Inside is the symbolic gate, constructed like a house roof with decorative patterns inspired by Dong Son drum motifs, such as rice pounding and bird motifs, further enhancing the temple’s majesty and sanctity. The temple complex also includes auxiliary buildings on either side, built with five-section ironwood frames and covered with similarly styled roofs.

Legend has it that Lac Long Quan married Au Co, giving birth to a pouch of a hundred eggs, which hatched into a hundred sons. To establish their realm, 50 sons followed their father to the sea, and 49 followed their mother to the mountains. The eldest son was crowned King Hung Vuong, founding the Van Lang nation.

The royal residence was called the Van Lang region, the king’s sons were called Quan Lang, his daughters Mỵ Nương, civil officers Lac Lords, and military officers Lac Generals. There were 18 generations of Hung Kings. Lac Long Quan is revered as the national ancestor of the Vietnamese people and is deeply respected and worshiped.

Today, visitors to the Hung Temple Historical Relic can first visit the Lac Long Quan Temple and the Au Co Mother Temple, followed by offering incense in remembrance of the Hung Kings’ virtues. The convergence of these meaningful spiritual and cultural values in one area profoundly reflects the Vietnamese ethos of “drinking water, remembering its source.

Hung Vuong Museum

Located on a hill in Hy Cuong commune – Viet Tri city, about 100 meters from the gate of Hung Temple, the “national” Hung Vuong Museum is a two-story architectural structure covering nearly 1,000 square meters. While modern in design, it retains its national character, being both dignified and elegant, graceful and airy.

This construction was designed by the Vietnam Association of Architects, based on the ancient Vietnamese worldview of a round heaven and a square earth. Viewed from the top of Nghia Linh mountain, the museum resembles a gigantic square box, reminiscent of the legend of Chung and Day cakes in the ancient history of the Vietnamese nation.

Hung Vuong Museum, Viet Tri City (Photo Collected)

The Hung Vuong Museum is one of the most beautiful and grandiose museums in the Northern provinces. Currently, the museum houses over 11,000 original artifacts reflecting the history and development of Phu Tho province from the Prehistoric and Early Historical periods to the present day.

The display space of the Hung Vuong Museum is spread across three floors. The permanent exhibition on the second and third floors occupies an area of 4,100 square meters. Nearly 2,000 original artifacts are displayed in five main themes that span the historical process of Phu Tho province from the Hung Kings’ era to the Ho Chi Minh era.

Bach Hac – Ben Got Tourism Area

The confluence of the Thao, Da, and Lo rivers at Bach Hac creates a mix of clear and turbid waters, with the river expanse resembling a vast sea. In the distance, Tam Dao is on the left and Ba Vi on the right, with villages, lush fields, and bustling river ports on both banks. This scenery lends Bach Hac a romantic and charming landscape.

Nowadays, Bach Hac – Ben Got, part of the ancient Tam Doi district, still has many historical and cultural relics and legends about the nation-building and defending processes of our ancestors. For instance, the “Hoa Long Thien Tu” used to be by the Thong river, where a stone with footprints is still seen.

Legend has it that this is where Lac Long Quan held a heaven-worshipping ceremony, and a celestial being descended to sit on this rock, naming and assigning roles to the hundred children born to Au Co. The busy trading that took place here led to the naming of the place as Ben Got; the Bach Hac Communal House, also known as Viet Tri village hall, worships the Hung Kings.

Thien Co Temple

Thien Co Temple is a small temple located on a hill along the road in Huong Lan village, Trung Vuong commune, Viet Tri city. The ancient temple, nestled under two large banyan trees with trunks so wide that five to six people can’t encircle them, captivates passersby with its serene and ancient charm, further emphasized by a couplet inside the temple:

“Hung Linh Trung Chi Thang Tich

Nam Thien Chinh Khi Linh Tu”

(Loosely translated: The sacred temple worships those with strong and great spirit under the Southern sky).

Situated in the territory of the ancient capital of Van Lang, the dignified Thien Co Temple is perched on a small hill in Huong Lan village, Trung Vuong commune, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province. This temple venerates the couple teacher Vu The Lang, the first teacher of the nation who educated two princesses, Tien Dung and Ngoc Hoa, daughters of the 18th Hung King.

Thien Co Temple (Photo Collected)

The uniqueness of two ancient trees, estimated to be a thousand years old, and the significance of the couplet are partly revealed in the lineage records and jade tablets that the residents of Huong Lan village still preserve…

According to legend, the teacher Vu The Lang, originally from Mo Trach, Hai Duong, and his wife, Mrs. Nguyen Thi Thuc, from Dong Ngan, Kinh Bac, went to the Van Lang capital to teach during the time of the 18th Hung King. They both passed away at the same time on the 2nd day of the 2nd month in the year of Quy Dau (228 BC). To this day, the graves of the couple are still carefully preserved and protected by the people within the temple. Through thousands of years of history, the temple has been zealously protected by the people of Huong Lan village, Trung Vuong commune.

Tam Giang Temple – Dai Bi Pagoda

Tam Giang Temple – Dai Bi Pagoda is located in a prime location at the confluence of rivers in Bach Hac ward, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho, peacefully beside the rushing Lo River. Although the temple and pagoda were built at different times and have undergone several restorations and renovations, today, Tam Giang Temple – Dai Bi Pagoda has become a unified and complete historical complex. It is one of the nationally recognized scenic tourist destinations frequently visited by both local and out-of-province guests.

Tam Giang Temple and Dai Bi Pagoda (Photo Collected)

Among the ancient beauties of Phu Tho, Tam Giang Temple – Dai Bi Pagoda has stood the test of centuries. Despite numerous renovations, it has retained its beautiful structure and appearance. Spanning an area of over 1000 square meters, the temple is ideally located at the confluence of three rivers, known as Tam Giang. Above, the sky is clear, and it is surrounded by the expansive beauty of mountains and rivers. Facing the river and looking northwest, one can see Nghia Linh mountain – the sacred place honoring the Hung Kings.

With an architectural style of “front for gods, rear for Buddha,” the temple consists of two main parts: the front worship hall and the rear sanctuary, featuring a four-roof structure with curved edges. The interior is intricately carved with the four symbols of “dragon, unicorn, turtle, phoenix” and the four plants “pine, chrysanthemum, bamboo, plum”. The detailed carvings exude a sense of sacredness and perfection. The temple houses many valuable historical and cultural artifacts, such as the “Hau Than Bia Ky” stele (dated 1818) and the “Thong Thanh Quan Chung Ky” bronze bell (dated 1830). Particularly precious are the inscriptions associated with the temple: the “Thong Thanh Quan” bell script (from 1321, during the reign of King Tran Minh Tong) and “Phung Thai Thanh Tu” (from the 17th year of Gia Long’s reign).

Hung Lo Ancient Village

Located just about 10 kilometers from the Hung Temple, Hung Lo Ancient Village has withstood the ebb and flow of history. This site has preserved almost intact its ancient communal house architecture, a national historical relic recognized since 1990. Legend has it that this place was a resting spot for the Hung King, his princess, and his court during their excursions.

Visiting Hung Lo Ancient Village, Guests Will Experience Xoan Singing (Photo Collected)

The King found this place to be rich and lush with vegetation and felt a sacred energy emanating from the earth, thus deeming it a spiritually significant location. Later, the villagers built a temple to worship the Hung King, honoring the royal ancestor for generations. During the reign of King Le Hy Tong, the communal house began to be constructed, facing Nghia Linh mountain.

Hung Lo Communal House

Hung Lo Communal House is a cultural and historical site built on a wide stretch of land, consisting of several structures such as the Main Hall, Pavilion, Bell Tower, Drum Tower, and Front Worship House. All these structures are built with precious woods like ironwood, rosewood, and banyan. The Main Hall is designed in a traditional three-compartment, two-wing architecture; all three compartments have altars. The front worship compartments are built in a five-compartment, two-wing structure. On both sides of the communal house are Buddhist temples and altars dedicated to the God of Agriculture.

Hung Lo Communal House is a Venue for Many Cultural Activities (Photo Collected)

Additionally, the historical complex includes the Van Chi, dedicated to Confucius, which also serves as a testament to the scholarly tradition of the Hung Lo people; and the Yen Lao House, a gathering place for the village elders and currently a hub for activities and meetings of the elderly. The courtyard of the communal house is spaciously arranged with rock gardens, banyan trees, and fig trees providing shade.

Another notable highlight is the Hung Lo Communal House’s fame for its tradition in the Hung Temple Festival’s palanquin procession, a practice that has continued from the past to the present. In the year of Mau Ngo (1918), the Hung Lo Communal House was awarded the “First Hung Vuong Memorial Award”; this honorific plaque is still respectfully preserved within the house.

During the annual Hung Temple Festival, visitors to Hung Lo Communal House can immerse themselves in the grandiose palanquin procession involving over 200 men, creating a lively atmosphere wherever it goes. The procession travels from the village communal house to the Hung Temple and back. Upon returning, ritual ceremonies are conducted at the communal house, followed by a final ceremony at the Yen Lao House.

Cat Tuong Pagoda

Tien Cat Temple and Cat Tuong Pagoda are located on the banks of the Red River in Anh Dung neighborhood, Tien Cat ward, Viet Tri city. Tien Temple venerates the Mother Goddess Long Hong Dang Ngan, the Queen of Xich Quy country, wife of King Kinh Duong Vuong, and the biological mother of King Lac Long Quan. She stood by her husband in the early days of nation-building and in educating the people. She was honored by King Kinh Duong Vuong as “Vi Cung Chinh Khon” and awarded the Tien Cat palace. Upon her passing, the site was transformed into the Tien Cat mausoleum, which has been maintained by the local people for thousands of years.

Adjacent to Tien Temple is Cat Tuong Pagoda, built in 1999 and extensively renovated in 2016-2017. The pagoda covers a total area of 7,000 square meters, including the main sanctuary, ancestral house, monks’ quarters, vegetarian dining hall, guest house, and more. The Tien Temple Festival is held annually from the 9th to the 10th day of the 10th lunar month, following traditional rituals.

The ceremony includes five rounds of offerings (one round of incense, one of wine, one of ritual items, one of gifts, and one of reading and burning blessings). The festival is lively and bustling with activities like human chess, tug of war, cockfighting, and Xoan singing, which continue throughout the afternoon and sometimes overnight until the next day.

Loc Vung Complex in Cam Khe

The Loc Vung complex, consisting of about 85 trees, is located at Go Tho Temple in Chuong Xa commune, Cam Khe, Phu Tho. This rare cluster of loc vung trees has been recognized as a Vietnamese heritage tree. Annually, around the end of June and the beginning of July, the loc vung trees burst into bright red flowers, creating a picturesque scene akin to a beautiful painting.

Loc Vung Complex (Photo Collected)

Ao Chau Pond

Ao Chau Pond is a famous location in Ha Hoa district, boasting an extremely convenient transportation position, making it an ideal destination for tourists. By rail, this site is situated on the Hanoi – Lao Cai line and, in the future, will be part of the trans-Asian railway. It is also well-connected by waterways, with major rivers like the Red River and Da River flowing nearby.

Not far from Viet Tri, Ao Chau Pond in Phu Tho is also a convenient tourist spot near Hanoi, being about 140km away, which is advantageous for visitors from afar coming to explore the area.

Ao Chau Pond is likened to the “Ha Long Bay on land” of Phu Tho province (Photo Collected)

Ao Chau Pond in Phu Tho covers an area of about 300 hectares and consists of approximately 99 ponds. Each pond has its unique beauty waiting to be explored. Moreover, the pond is adorned with about 100 large and small islands scattered across its surface. According to legend, this place was once a resting spot for King Hung Vuong during his journey to find a location for his capital, chosen for its river-like landform, harmonious terrain, and picturesque feng shui.

Ao Chau Pond has been planned for development into an ecological tourist area, complete with luxury hotels and resorts offering recreational activities such as boating and boat racing on the pond.

Au Co Mother Temple

The original Au Co Mother Temple was built during the Later Le Dynasty in Hien Luong commune, Ha Hoa district, Phu Tho province. However, to consolidate the cultural and spiritual values of the Hung Kings’ era in the Hung Temple historical site, the construction of a new Au Co Mother Temple officially commenced in September 2001 on Van mountain, within the precinct of the Hung Temple historical site in Hy Cuong commune, Viet Tri city. By December 31, 2004, the temple was substantially completed, both internally and externally.

Au Co Mother Temple (Photo Collected)

Legend has it that in ancient times, Lac Long Quan and his wife Au Co gave birth to 100 children. Fifty of these children followed their father to the sea, while the other fifty accompanied their mother to the mountains to clear land and quarry stone. Among the fifty who went with their mother, the eldest son ascended to the throne as the first Hung King, founding the nation of Van Lang, with its capital at Phong Chau. This lineage continued for 18 generations over more than 2,600 years (from 2879 to 258 BC).

Wherever Au Co and her children went, they won the hearts of the people, teaching them to cultivate rice, grow mulberry trees, and weave silk. Upon reaching Hien Luong commune, struck by the beauty of its green mountains, clear waters, fertile lands, and abundant forests, they settled down, cultivating the land and establishing a prosperous and lively village.

One day, Au Co, following a multicolored cloud, ascended to heaven, leaving behind a bodice under a banyan tree. Under this tree, the people of Hien Luong erected a temple to honor the memory and contributions of the Mother Ancestor. This is the Hien Luong Temple, also known as the Mother Temple today.

Ao Gioi – Suoi Tien

Ao Gioi – Suoi Tien is located on Na Mountain in Quan Khe commune, Ha Hoa district, about 80 km northwest of Viet Tri city and 15 km from Ao Chau Pond. It has the advantage of being adjacent to a network of roads, waterways, and railways.

Ao Gioi – Suoi Tien Tourism Area (Photo Collected)

The Ao Gioi – Suoi Tien ecological area is flanked by hundreds of mountains, both large and small, with an average height of 500-600 meters above sea level. With its peak at 1,200 meters, Na Mountain majestically stands out as the backbone of the expansive midland region, covered in a dense greenery of tropical trees, including layers upon layers of rare species like ironwood, rosewood, ebony, and heartwood. The forest is also home to monkeys, deer, wild boars, and civets.

Stretching over 10 km in length, the stream bed is densely covered with pebbles and golden sand, purifying the water to crystal clarity, shimmering with the reflection of the sun. At the source of the stream lies the Fairy Well, about 40 square meters in area and over 10 meters deep. From its depths, cool, sweet water springs forth to form Suoi Tien.

Winding its way through multiple levels and steps, the stream creates several vertical waterfalls. Along its length, there are 14 waterfalls, some as high as 20 meters, resembling white veils covering the caves and rock holes behind them. At the base of these high waterfalls lie gigantic stones, eroded over time into small ponds with rock bottoms, adding unique beauty to this attractive ecological tourism site.

Legend has it that once there was only the Fairy Well, where fairies would bathe daily. The Jade Emperor made the well’s waters rise to form cascading waterfalls, eventually creating additional ponds. It is said that anyone who bathes in Ao Gioi – Suoi Tien for three years will have skin as smooth as jade, a face as bright as the full moon, and a serene, clear mind. Perhaps, this is why Suoi Tien holds a mysterious allure for eco-tourists in Phu Tho, especially on hot summer days, attracting hundreds of visitors for a refreshing bath, relaxation, and sightseeing.

Van Hoi Reservoir

Formed nearly half a century ago due to the construction of an irrigation system serving several communes in Tran Yen district, Yen Bai province, and Ha Hoa district, Phu Tho province, the reservoir stretches nearly 10 km in length and up to 2 km in width at some places, covering 410 hectares of water surface.

Van Hoi Reservoir Located Between Yen Bai and Phu Tho (Photo Collected)

Van Hoi Reservoir has played a significant role in environmental improvement and climate moderation, reducing summer temperatures by 1 – 2 degrees Celsius and increasing absolute humidity by over 20% during the dry season, thus maintaining a lush green vegetation cover. Therefore, with its vast expanse of water merging with the majestic mountains, Van Hoi Reservoir is likened to a miniature paradise.

Xuan Son National Park

Located about 120 km from Hanoi, Xuan Son National Park covers over 15,000 hectares and ranks 12th among the 15 largest national parks in Vietnam. Often described as a “green lung,” it is an attractive tourist destination in the northwest of the province. With a forest cover of up to 84%, the quality of its forest ecosystems is stable and well-protected. The park is known for its clean air and water environments, cool climate, and an average annual temperature ranging from 22-23 degrees Celsius.

Sunshine in Xuan Son National Park (Photo Collected)

Based on travel experiences to Xuan Son National Park, visiting this place is suitable at any time of the year, as each season offers its unique beauty. During the dry season, the paths are easier to navigate, reducing many risks, with the scenery being more vibrant and conducive for exploration. However, in the rainy season, although the paths into Xuan Son National Park might be a bit challenging, visitors have the opportunity to witness the mesmerizing and powerful waterfalls, a rare and majestic sight.

Ban Coi is likened to a raw gem nestled in the core area of Xuan Son National Park in Phu Tho. Over the past year, Ban Coi has suddenly become a hot name in the travel destination lists for avid travelers.

A Corner of Ban Coi in Xuan Son National Park (Photo Collected)

It’s almost like stepping into a legend reminiscent of the royal delicacies from ancient times with the famous offering of “nine-ivory elephants, nine-spurred roosters, and nine-red-maned horses,” which helped Son Tinh win the battle to marry Princess My Nuong.

Visiting Ban Coi, one cannot help but be surprised to actually witness the renowned breed of nine-spurred roosters. Xuan Son Forest is the homeland of these unique chickens, known for their aromatic, richly flavored meat, distinctly superior to other breeds. The tastiness of the meat is matched by the meticulous care in rearing these chickens, from selecting the number of spurs and body shape to ensuring proper feeding for firm flesh. Numerous food enthusiasts have traveled thousands of kilometers from the South to Ban Coi just to savor this royal delicacy.

Long Coc Tea Hill

Long Coc Tea Hill, located in Tan Son district, Phu Tho, about 125 km from Hanoi, has recently become an attractive destination for visitors. Long Coc is considered one of the most beautiful tea hills in Vietnam, with hundreds and thousands of small hills. During the transition between late autumn and early winter, the tea hills are shrouded in a mystical fog, creating an ethereal landscape.

Long Coc Tea Hill (Photo Collected)

Lining both sides of the winding road are the lush, undulating tea hills, stretching endlessly towards the horizon. At Long Coc, visitors delight in photographing the tea hills, exploring the unique flavors of the tea, and immersing themselves in the distinctive cultural space of the Muong ethnic community.

Khe Pass, located on National Highway 32, stretches 30 kilometers across the border between Thu Cuc commune in Tan Son district of Phu Tho province and Minh An commune in Van Chan district of Yen Bai province.

Khe Pass on National Highway 32, the Road Leading Straight to Mu Cang Chai (Photo Collected)

National Highway 32 has been renovated and upgraded, making it the main route for travelers to Mu Cang Chai, instead of the longer route from Yen Bai city through Van Chan and Nghia Lo. Crossing Khe Pass leads into the territory of Van Chan district, Yen Bai province. Previously, Khe Pass was a daunting challenge for drivers and nighttime travelers. After renovation, this nearly 30-kilometer-long mountain pass has not only facilitated smoother traffic but also become a popular spot for motorbike enthusiasts and adventurers.

May Waterfall, Dream Waterfall

May Waterfall, located in Huong Can commune, is about 25 km from the center of Thanh Son district. At the top of Hem Mountain, there is a small lake, from which water cascades down the mountain slopes to form Hem Stream and several successive tiers of waterfalls, collectively known as May Waterfall.

May Waterfall in Huong Can commune, Thanh Son (Photo Collected)

May Waterfall comprises 13 large and small waterfalls, among which the highest is the Upper Waterfall, featuring multiple jets of white frothy water. On clear days, the waterfalls, blending with the blue of the mountains and the sky, appear like silky ribbons floating in the air. The varying sizes of the waterfalls create different sound levels, from roaring cascades to gentle trickles, resembling a symphony of nature. Approaching the waterfall, the air feels refreshingly cool, a stark contrast to the outside environment, allowing visitors to indulge in the clear waters after exploring the breathtaking natural scenery.

Mo Waterfall, located in Cu Thang commune, is 15 km from the district center. Previously known as Van Mo Waterfall, it gradually came to be known as Mo Waterfall. Its name evokes a rustic and poetic landscape. The path to the waterfall is surrounded by green mountains and wildflowers, adding to the area’s pristine beauty.

Mo Waterfall has nine different levels. From afar, the sound of the water pouring down can be heard like the singing of mountain nymphs. Following the small stream to the waterfall’s base, visitors can immerse themselves in the untouched natural beauty of the vast wilderness. The waterfall is surrounded by cool green mountains, with a rich and diverse primitive flora and fauna. After exploring the natural beauty, visitors can rest in the stilt houses and enjoy unique local dishes of the ethnic communities in Thanh Son.

A common feature of both waterfalls is the winding and picturesque path leading to them. Tall ancient trees line the route, with lower layers of grass and dense vines. Sometimes, these natural vines are a safe aid for visitors to climb. The higher one goes, the more it feels like being drawn into a mysterious story in a tranquil space, surrounded by mountains and forests, interspersed with the roaring waterfalls, water spray creating a dreamy, misty atmosphere. Visitors to May and Mo Waterfalls are not only captivated by the pristine beauty of nature but also experience the artistic space created by rows of trees, rocks, and rich vegetation.

Thanh Thuy Hot Spring

Thanh Thuy Hot Spring is not a specific stream but a large area in La Phu commune, Thanh Thuy district, Phu Tho. This region has underground hot mineral water springs, with an average temperature of the hot springs ranging from 45 to 60 degrees Celsius.

In the resorts of Thanh Thuy, there are hot mineral water pools (Photo Collected)

The hot mineral springs are extracted from a depth of nearly 100 meters, and the water is rich in trace minerals. Thus, Thanh Thuy’s hot springs are known for their health-restoring properties, aiding blood circulation and benefiting the heart.

In recent years, the demand for weekend getaways and relaxation has increased significantly. To meet this demand, numerous resorts and hotels have been built in Thanh Thuy to cater to visitors seeking rest and hot mineral baths.

These resorts and hotels in the area all feature large hot mineral pools to fulfill the bathing needs of their guests. Some resorts, with extensive premises, also offer indoor pools for guests to enjoy bathing in the hot springs during the winter months.

Ly Lake (Thuong Long Lake)

Recently, the travel community has been buzzing about a relatively new and unspoiled destination in Phu Tho, likened to a “Phu Tho version of Tuyet Tinh Coc” (a famous scenic spot). This place is Ly Lake, located in Thượng Long commune, Yen Lap district.

Ly Lake Viewed from Above (Photo Collected)

Ly Lake was formed by the merging of two streams: Ly stream and Chanh stream, but the lake was named after Ly stream. The lake is divided into two major branches and is surrounded by overlapping hills, creating a picturesque landscape.

Delicious Dishes in Phu Tho

Muong ethnic group’s bamboo rice.

For the Muong people in Thanh Son, they have learned to live in harmony with nature, creating simple but balanced dishes closely tied to the natural environment and reflecting the gentle and generous nature of the Muong people. These cultural values are still preserved and promoted by the community. One of the iconic dishes is bamboo rice.

Bamboo Rice is Easily Found in Many Northern Provinces (Photo Collected)

Traditionally, the Muong people primarily cultivated glutinous rice. According to the elders in Muong villages, ancient Muong people often had to go to the forest and fields early in the morning to gather food, sometimes even staying overnight in the forest. As a result, they innovated the method of using bamboo or nua tubes to cook rice over a fire, creating what is known as bamboo rice. Over time, the preparation of this dish became a habit and was favored by the Muong people. Bamboo rice has long established its place in the cultural values of the Muong community.

Muong Ethnic Group’s Ant Egg Cake

Around the 2nd and 3rd lunar months, when trees begin to flower and fruit, ant nests on trees start to fill with eggs; this is also when Muong people venture into the forest to collect ant eggs for making cakes. Ant egg cake is a rustic dish, intricately prepared with a unique and delicious taste, becoming one of the unique culinary cultural traits of the Muong ethnic group in the ancestral land.

Ant eggs are delicious, but they can cause allergies in some people (Photo Collected)

The quantity of ant eggs varies with the size of each nest; some yield a bowlful, while larger nests can produce three to four bowls. Ant eggs, about the size of rice grains and milky white, are used as filling for cakes. A good ant egg cake has a pure filling, simply fried with onions and salt without any additional ingredients. The cake batter is made from fine, kneaded sticky rice, rolled thin, stuffed with the filling, shaped into squares, and wrapped in two layers of banana leaves before being steamed.

Bamboo Shoots and Ribs

Bamboo shoots and ribs is a traditional dish that reflects the Muong ethnic identity. Wild banana flowers are abundant in the mountains and forests of Yen Lap. The Muong people often gather banana shoots to prepare various dishes. For bamboo shoots and ribs, the shoots are thinly sliced, soaked in vinegar, then drained and mixed with seasonings: salt, pepper, herbs, and minced ribs (formerly wild game meat). The mixture is then stuffed into bamboo tubes and cooked evenly over a low flame or hot coals. The aroma of wild banana flowers and the sweetness of the ribs make it a perfect meal with hot rice or as a dish to accompany wine.

Sour Bamboo Shoots with Chicken

The culinary culture of the Muong people is formed from simple, rustic dishes that deeply resonate with the flavors of the mountains and rivers, like meat, fish, bamboo shoots, and wild vegetables. Among these, sour bamboo shoots cooked with chicken is a notable dish. In the cold weather of winter, it is particularly enjoyable to savor this dish with its mild sour taste and tender chicken.

The dish has long been famous among the Muong people. To fully enjoy sour bamboo shoots with chicken, it’s essential to have accompanying vegetables like papaya leaves and wild cabbage. These vegetables add a unique flavor, with the bitterness of papaya leaves and the spiciness of wild cabbage enhancing the delicious taste of the chicken and sour bamboo shoots, contributing to a healthy meal.

Thanh Son Brown Root Salad

In Thanh Son, along with their fondness for sour foods like pickled shallots, sour pickled tomatoes, pickled cabbage, and pickled cassava leaves, the Muong people also enjoy a very special root with a tannic taste, known as the brown root.

Brown Root Salad (Photo Collected)

This root is skillfully transformed by the Muong people of the region into a unique salad, creating a distinct flavor that sets it apart from the culinary cultures of other ethnic groups. Brown root salad, also known as nom nau, is made using brown root powder as a primary ingredient, commonly used by the Muong people to prepare fish salad.

However, unlike the Kinh people’s fish salad, which is mixed with various types of vegetables, leaves, tubers, and fruits, the Muong’s fish salad is only mixed with brown root. This root effectively neutralizes the fishy smell, resulting in a somewhat simplistic flavor but retaining the original sweetness of the raw fish.

Interestingly, the brown root is not only used for making fish salad; it is a common ingredient in most meat dishes of the Muong people. The brown root meat salad is considered a unique and “exotic” dish characteristic of the Muong community in this region.

Wild Vegetables ‘Do’ Style

For generations, wild vegetables ‘do’ style have been a familiar dish in the daily meals of the Muong ethnic people in Thanh Son. Due to their living habits and preferences, the Muong people enjoy sour, bitter flavors and often use the ‘do’ cooking method for preparing vegetables. This method is quite popular among them. According to the Muong, the ‘do’ style of cooking preserves the natural flavor of the vegetables, distinguishing it from other vegetable dishes.

Mixed Wild Vegetable ‘Do’ Dish is Very Popular in Muong Cuisine (Photo Collected)

The mixed wild vegetable ‘do’ dish is made from various types of greens. Typically, the Muong people gather various kinds of vegetables around their homes, such as water spinach, squash leaves, amaranth, mugwort, perilla leaves, betel leaves, wild eggplants (small and spiky like pea eggplants), wild banana flowers, field mustard, and more. An essential ingredient in the ‘do’ dish is the shoots and leaves of the flat papaya tree, along with clusters of pure white male papaya flowers, used to add a bitter taste to the dishes.

Phu Tho Ear Cake

The Ear Cake has been a part of Phu Tho village’s tradition since ancient times and is alternatively known as Hon Cake. Resembling an ear in shape, it is made from sticky rice, filled with pork, and requires a special recipe and unique ingredients. Not everyone can make the authentic ‘Ear Cake’ that captures the distinctive flavor it is known for.

Ear Cake, a Specialty of Phu Tho Land (Photo Collected)

The Ear Cake is a familiar delicacy for the residents of Phu Tho town, especially the traditional Ear Cake that has been passed down for over five generations in the family of Mrs. Nguyen Thi Dinh, located on Bach Dang street, Au Co ward, Phu Tho town.

My Lung’s Ga Gay Glutinous Rice

Ga Gay glutinous rice from My Lung is a famous specialty rice of the Muong ethnic people in Yen Lap district (Phu Tho), linked with legends that have been orally passed down from generation to generation among the local population.

Ga Gay Sticky Rice (Photo Collected)

Ga Gay sticky rice is not harvested using sickles or machines but handpicked using a special tool called “tum.” The rice is tied into bundles called “cum” and carried back for drying. Once the rice bundles are firm, the Muong people do not thresh them immediately but store them in bags or hang them in the kitchen loft. The grains, when husked, appear half white and half translucent, emitting a pleasant fragrance.

Growing Ga Gay sticky rice is challenging as the plants are as tall as a person and their pleasant aroma makes them prone to pests and diseases. Particularly, if the weather turns bad with rain or storms at harvest time, it can lead to crop failure. Therefore, in 2005, Ga Gay sticky rice faced the risk of extinction as only the commune of My Lung continued cultivating it on a mere 4 – 5 hectares.

Soi Village’s Shrimp Roll

It’s unclear when the shrimp roll of Soi village originated or who first created this unique dish. In the past, local people referred to prawns as “cao,” a term still used by many in the village today. The dish is a combination of various colorful ingredients: the red of shrimp, the green of herbs and pickled shallots, the white of boiled pork belly and rice noodles, rolled pork, and the yellow of fried eggs.

Soi Village’s Shrimp Roll (Photo Collected)

The selected shrimps for the dish are finger-sized and uniform, fried to a crispy texture with a slight reddish color. The pickled shallots are used whole, with roots removed and boiled until cooked. Fried eggs, boiled pork belly, rolled pork, and rice noodles, are all sliced into small, long pieces for easy arranging and rolling with the shallots. To make a delicious shrimp roll, each type of prepared food is laid out along with a bit of coriander, then wrapped in a pickled shallot leaf.

Silkworm Pupae with Cassava Leaves

Cultivating cassava, both for the tubers and the leaves used for silkworm farming, has become a significant source of income for the people of Dong Luong commune, Cam Khe district. In Dong Luong, silkworm farming is profitable, as both the cocoons and the silkworm pupae are sold as food.

Silkworm Pupae with Cassava Leaves (Photo: Bac Ha Food)

Sour Meat of Thanh Son

Sour meat is a traditional dish of the Muong people in Thanh Son, Phu Tho. In the past, locals developed the method of fermenting meat to preserve it for longer periods, and over time, sour meat became a popular dish and a specialty of this mountainous district.

Sour Meat of Thanh Son (Photo Collected)

In modern times, with societal advancements, the people of Thanh Son have improved the method of making Sour Meat. They thinly slice the meat and season it more delicately before mixing it with rice powder to ferment, creating the now-famous specialty of Thanh Son Sour Meat.

Tan Son Stone Moss

When harvesting stone moss, one must choose the direction of the water flow to prevent the moss from being crushed. It’s important not to pick the entire moss, but only the tender and young parts. The moss then needs to be thoroughly cleaned and beaten vigorously with a wooden mallet to remove all the attached sand.

Stone Moss Packaged and Sold (Photo Collected)

To prepare it, finely chop garlic, amomum fruit, “mắc khén” seeds, chili, ginger, kaffir lime leaves, and papaya leaves, along with a bit of fish sauce and salt. After finely chopping the stone moss, mix it with the above ingredients and stir-fry it in a pan. Stone moss is aromatic and refreshing, serving as a remedy for improving blood circulation, detoxifying, and cooling the body.

Nine-Spurred Chicken

Visiting Xuan Son National Park in Tan Son district, Phu Tho province, guests will have the opportunity to see the “nine-spurred chicken,” also known as the multi-spurred chicken. Contrary to the belief that they exist only in the legend of Son Tinh – Thuy Tinh, this chicken breed is still raised and developed by the Dao Tien people in the core area of Xuan Son National Park. Reverently referred to as “Gà Chúa” (Lord Chicken), these chickens hold a special place in local culture.

Nine-Spurred Chicken, a Royal Breed Thought to Exist Only in Legends (Photo Collected)

With bright eyes, vibrant red combs, gracefully arched tails like rainbows, and notably their large legs with multiple spurs, the nine-spurred chicken, a noble breed from ancient legends offered to the Hung Kings, is still raised by the people of Phu Tho in the mountains and forests.

These multi-spurred chickens live in a natural environment, occasionally mingling with wild chickens, which might explain why their meat is exceptionally delicious and firm. This specialty chicken dish is often steamed with kaffir lime leaves or marinated in wild honey and various herbs before being grilled over red-hot coals, offering a distinctively delectable flavor that epitomizes the mountainous region.

Xuan Son Duck Cooked in Bamboo

Traveling through Xuan Son forest, one can enjoy duck stuffed and cooked in bamboo, along with other simple yet captivating dishes of the local community. After a satisfying meal, the friendly hostess shares her cooking secrets: first, the duck meat is boned and thinly sliced, but the duck must be one that’s been fed with corn and rice and allowed to roam freely near streams and fields to ensure its flavor.

Duck Cooked in Bamboo in Xuan Son National Park (Photo Collected)

After slicing the duck, it’s mixed with thinly sliced banana flowers and various spices, including the notable addition of amomum and amomum leaves, a rare herb from Xuan Son National Park. The mixture is then packed into bamboo tubes, sealed, and cooked over a fire until it stops boiling and bubbling, at which point it’s ready to be served.

Sour Fermented Fish

In Phu Tho, preparing sour fermented fish is regarded as a method of preserving fish. This technique is widely used in the region, known for its tradition and expertise in preparing the special delicacy of sour fermented fish.

Fried Sour Fermented Fish (Photo Collected)

Sour fermented fish, also known as salted sour fish, is a product made from various types of fresh freshwater fish that are processed and fermented with rice bran to develop a sour, aromatic flavor, naturally cooking the dish. This preparation is a common and popular savory dish among the locals.

The ingredients and method are not complicated, but to achieve a jar (or container) of delicious, fragrant, mildly sour fermented fish, where the pieces retain their firm shape and are evenly “cooked,” can be quite challenging and relies heavily on the maker’s experience.

Am Ha’s Sat Bamboo Shoots

While wild bamboo shoots are found in many places, Sat bamboo shoots are a unique variety not found everywhere. For a long time, Sat bamboo shoots have grown abundantly on Buom Mountain, the highest mountain range in Am Ha. This type of bamboo shoot is characterized by its small size, about the thickness of a thumb, tall and slender stems, small leaves, and rapid reproduction.

Phu Tho’s Sat Bamboo Shoots (Photo Collected)

In Buom Mountain, Sat bamboo shoots grow densely in forests and clusters. After the Lunar New Year, light spring rains moisten the forest soil and warm weather arrives, creating the ideal conditions for Sat bamboo shoots to grow. Therefore, from the second to the fourth lunar month is the season for harvesting Sat bamboo shoots.

Ha Hoa’s Field Eel

Field eels are prevalent in almost all water bodies, including ponds, swamps, lakes, and even the Red River. Depending on the water environment, their color varies, ranging from jet black to golden brown, dark yellow, or deep white.

The people of Hạ Hoa in the midland region create rich and flavorful dishes from field eels. Due to their smooth skin, it is difficult to prepare them as boiled, steamed, or soup dishes.

Sticky Rice with Palm Fruit

Sticky rice with palm fruit, characterized by the rich, creamy taste of palm fruit and the fragrant, sticky quality of hill-grown glutinous rice, offers a unique and novel flavor. This simple dish, preserving the culinary heritage of the Tay people since ancient times, is still popular today. The preparation of sticky rice with palm fruit is straightforward and unpretentious, yet it represents a distinctive aspect of the Tay people’s culinary culture.

Sticky Rice in Bamboo Tubes (Photo Collected)

Annually, during the 11th and 12th lunar months, the palm fruit season arrives, and the people of Bao Yen, Thanh Thuy, Phu Tho engage in preparing a long-standing dish that has become familiar in their rural area. To make delicious sticky rice with palm fruit, essential ingredients include hill-grown glutinous rice and ripe palm fruit. People often select palm fruit with a rich and creamy taste. (While sticky rice can also be made with less creamy palm fruit, it usually lacks the richness and stickiness). After processing, the yellow flesh of the palm fruit is extracted for cooking the rice.

Rice Balls Wrapped in Palm Leaves

Phu Tho is not only known for its ancestral lands but also for its familiar dishes immortalized in folk songs. Over the years, rice balls wrapped in palm leaves have become a cherished and nostalgic dish for the people of Phu Ninh.

Rice Balls Wrapped in Palm Leaves (Photo Collected)

Rice balls wrapped in palm leaves are a simple yet require skillful hands to make. During the palm season, people go to the hills to cut down young palm leaves that are still flat and vibrant green, soaked in the warm sunshine of the midland region.

Ripe Palm Fruit

Clusters of ripe, glossy, and plump palm fruits beckon. The locals gather these fruits, selecting round, full, and even ones for preparing ripe palm fruit dishes. The people of Phu Tho have a keen eye for choosing the best fruits, selecting only the most flavorful and aromatic ones, while visitors from other regions may find it difficult to discern the quality, type, and ripeness of the palm fruits.

Ripe Palm Fruit in Phu Tho (Photo Collected)

The selected palm fruits are shaken to remove the outer layer of skin, then washed and boiled until cooked. Boiling palm fruit may sound simple, but it requires skill to achieve the perfect taste. When the water is simmering gently, the palm fruits are added and cooked on low heat until the water just bubbles. The oil from the fruit emerges, forming a froth on the water’s surface and clinging to the sides of the pot, indicating the palm fruit is cooked. If not boiled with the correct heat and water levels, the fruit can turn out bitter and hard, making it difficult to eat.

Dong Village’s Cakes

Chung cakes are made from sticky rice with a rich aroma and flavor, while nang cakes are elaborately prepared using sticky rice mixed with aromatic leaf extracts, producing a deep red, translucent, and sticky texture. Served with sugarcane syrup, they offer a refreshing and sweet taste.

The gai cakes are soft and chewy, flavored with gai leaves, and rich with lotus seed jam, roasted peanuts, and coconut; while the duc cakes are crispy, full-flavored with homemade soybean paste, and enhanced with the savory aroma of roasted peanuts. The giay cakes are smooth, tender, and delicately sweet.

Dong Village’s Chung Cake (Photo Collected)

To create delicious cakes, the people of Dong Village meticulously select high-quality rice to prepare the cakes, along with mung beans, aromatic leaves, sugarcane syrup, and roasted peanuts. The skilled hands of the diligent women of Dong Village meticulously craft these rich and flavorful cakes.

Cassava Cake

In the past, during economically challenging times, there were many “stories” about cassava cakes. Back in the days when our parents were young, the most luxurious version of cassava cake was the ‘spatula-filled’ variety (meaning the cassava cake was simply pressed down with a spatula, shaped, and then steamed, without any filling).

Phu Tho’s Cassava Cake (Photo Collected)

When I was young, cassava cakes started to come in more varieties, but the best ones only had fillings of green beans, scallions mixed with crispy pork fat. Just these simple ingredients were enough to enchant all of us kids with their fragrant aroma. As I grew older and most families’ economic situations improved, cassava cakes began to have fillings like meat, red beans, and more.

Phu Tho’s Specialties to Buy as Gifts

Duc my soybean paste.

Soybean paste is a familiar condiment in the midland and lowland areas of Northern Vietnam. The rich, golden soybean paste, fragrant with the aroma of sunshine, soybeans, and sticky rice, has been a part of many generations’ upbringing.

Duc My Soybean Paste Craft Village (Photo Collected)

Duc My village, Cao Xa commune, Lam Thao district, Phu Tho province is renowned for its traditional soybean paste-making craft. The soybean paste here, after sufficient fermentation, acquires a slightly reddish-golden color, with a mild, not too strong taste, richly sweet but not salty.

Doan Hung Pomelo

Doan Hung is a district in Phu Tho province, located in the midland region of Northern Vietnam, at the confluence of the Lo and Chay rivers. When people mention Doan Hung, they often think of palm hills, tea hills, and especially a unique fruit: Doan Hung pomelo.

Doan Hung Pomelo, a Specialty of Phu Tho (Photo Collected)

Doan Hung pomelo is a long-standing crop with spherical, slightly flattened fruits weighing less than 1 kg. When ripe, they turn a bright yellow, with a slightly wrinkled peel, thin rind, dry segments, juicy pulp, and a creamy white color. This pomelo is characterized by its fragrant, delicious, sweet, and refreshing taste. A unique aspect of this Phu Tho specialty is its long shelf life; it can be stored for several months up to half a year, and when cut open, it remains as sweet and tasty as ever!

Gia Thanh Persimmon

Gia Thanh persimmon originates from Tien Cat, Viet Tri city, Phu Tho province. It has been cultivated by local families in the gardens of Gia Thanh commune, Phu Ninh district for at least 50–70 years, with some trees nearly 70 years old. Currently, there are about 50 hectares of land in Phu Ninh district dedicated to growing Gia Thanh persimmon, providing significant income for the local population.

Gia Thanh Seedless Persimmon (Photo Collected)

Gia Thanh persimmons are notable for being seedless, with a high, diamond-shaped form rather than round, and slightly upturned tails. When ripe, they turn a light yellow and have a crunchy, sweet taste. Rich in vitamins beneficial for health, Gia Thanh persimmons are an attractive gift for those living far from their hometown and for visitors to Phu Tho who wish to enjoy the specialties of the ancestral land.

Phu Tho Tea

In Phu Tho province, tea is extensively cultivated in various districts such as Thanh Son, Tan Son, Thanh Ba, Doan Hung, and Ha Hoa. However, one of the most prominent tea-growing areas with many beautiful tea hills and numerous enterprises and companies involved in tea production and processing is Thanh Son district, covering over 3,000 hectares.

Phu Tho Tea (Photo Collected)

Long Coc commune is renowned for its beautiful tea hills, featuring dome-shaped tea plantations; at the foothills are cooperatives that produce and process tea, alongside cool, clear lakes and roads winding through the tea hills.

Travel Itinerary for Phu Tho

Hanoi to den hung in one day.

With a relatively short distance from Hanoi and a limited number of unique attractions, a one-day travel itinerary to Phu Tho is suitable for a weekend trip.

• 6:00 AM: Depart from Hanoi to Phu Tho.
• 7:15 AM: Breakfast en route. (I recommend a delicious breakfast spot on Tran Quoc Tuan Street in Vinh Yen City).
• 10:00 AM: Arrive in Phu Ninh, visit Den Hung to pay respects.
• 11:00 AM: Participate in activities at the foot of Den Hung, including camping or games and competitions.
• 12:00 PM: Lunch and rest.
• 1:15 PM: Visit Den Ha, Den Trung, Den Thuong, Gieng and Suoi Trao Duyen.
• 4:15 PM: Depart for Hanoi, concluding the trip.

Hanoi – Thanh Thuy – Xuan Son National Park in Two Days

This itinerary combines a visit to Thanh Thuy’s hot springs and an exploration of Xuan Son National Park . A personal vehicle is needed to follow this itinerary.

Day 1: Hanoi – Thanh Thuy – Long Coc Tea Hill – Xuan Son National Park

Depart from Hanoi via Highway 32, turn left at Trung Ha bridge towards Thanh Thuy. Stop at Thanh Thuy hot springs for relaxation and a bath, then lunch.

In the afternoon, head to Long Coc tea hill in Tan Son, which is known for its picturesque scenery. After photography there, proceed to Xuan Son National Park.

Spend the evening resting, dining, and enjoying local specialties in Xuan Son. Don’t forget to stay in a homestay in one of the local villages.

Day 2: Exploring Xuan Son

After breakfast, prepare to explore some of the attractions within the National Park, such as Lap village, Coi village, Na Cave, Tho Than Cave, explore the pristine forest, and visit the Xuan Son Natural History Museum. In the afternoon, head back to Hanoi.

Hanoi – Xuan Son – Ta Xua – Nghia Lo in 3 Days

For this itinerary, it’s recommended to use motorcycles, as the route from Ta Xua to Van Chan may not be accessible by car.

Day 1: Hanoi – Xuan Son

Depart from Hanoi to Xuan Son National Park. Before entering the park, you can stop at Long Coc tea hill for photography.

Arrive at Xuan Son by noon, check in, have lunch, and enjoy the local specialties. After a short rest, explore Lap village, Coi village, Na Cave, Tho Than Cave, and the primeval forest, and visit Xuan Son Natural History Museum.

Stay overnight in a homestay at Xuan Son.

Day 2: Xuan Son – Phu Yen – Ta Xua

From Xuan Son, continue through the forest to reach National Highway 32, then take Highway 32B to Phu Yen, and proceed to Ta Xua for cloud hunting . Spend the night in Ta Xua.

Day 3: Ta Xua – Nghia Lo – Hanoi

Travel from Ta Xua via Bac Yen – Tram Tau to Nghia Lo. If time allows, spend a day exploring Nghia Lo and return to Hanoi the next day. If short on time, rest, eat in Nghia Lo, then head straight back to Hanoi.

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Best things to do in Phu Tho Vietnam

Phu Tho is a special, sacred place for Vietnamese people as the birthplace of the nation’s founding fathers. Its other attractions include photogenic misty, undulating tea hills.

BEST TIME TO VISIT PHU THO VIETNAM

The busiest time to visit Phu Tho is the third lunar month, when the Hung Kings Festival is celebrated. People from across the country flock to the northern province to pay tributes to the Hung Kings (2879-258 BCE), the nation’s mythical founders.

January through April and July-August are good times to visit the province, when the weather is warm and there is less rain.

HOW TO GET PHU THO VIETNAM

Phu Tho is around 90 kilometers from Hanoi. The best way to reach it is by bus. One-way tickets at Hanoi’s My Dinh bus station cost VND60,000 per person. Since the buses can get crowded, a “limousine” offers a more comfortable trip with one-way prices starting at VND140,000 per person.

With private vehicles, the fastest route to reach Phu Tho is the Hanoi – Lao Cai highway.

Those driving their motorbikes to Phu Tho can take National Highway 2 and pass through Phuc Yen Town in Vinh Phuc province. Another route is Highway 32 through Son Tay Town.

WHERE TO STAY IN PHU THO VIETNAM

The tourist attractions in Phu Tho are relatively far apart, so hotels and homestays are mainly scattered in the downtown area.

Four-to-five-star hotels in Viet Tri include Muong Thanh Luxury Phu Tho and Garden Viet Tri with room rents starting from VND1.3 million a night.

Cheaper options include X2 Vibe Viet Tri Hotel, Saigon Phutho Hotel, SOJO Viet Tri with room rates starting from VND800,000 a night.

At the Xuan Son National Park, some ideal homestay facilities featuring the architecture and culture of the Dao ethnic community are Xuan Son, Lam, Quynh Nga and Thuc Nhu.

LET’S SEE BEST THINGS TO TO IN PHU THO VIETNAM

The Hung Kings Temple is a complex of temples first built in the 10th century AD on Nghia Linh Mountain, 10 km from Viet Tri Town.

The complex has four temples dedicated to the Hung Kings, first descendants of the mythological forebears of the Vietnamese, Lac Long Quan and Au Co, a pagoda, a mausoleum, and other structures.

On reaching the temple complex, pilgrims will pass through a gate and hike up steep steps that lead to Den Ha (the Lower Temple). An ancient Vietnamese legend says this is the place where Mother Au Co delivered the bag of a hundred eggs from which one hundred sons were born.

Next to Den Ha is a Buddhist Pagoda that was built in the 15th century.

From the pagoda, a hike through dense forest leads to Den Trung (the Middle Temple), said to be the place where Hung Kings and courtiers attended meetings of the royal court.

The Den Thuong (Upper Temple) is reached by climbing up steps to the top of Nghia Linh Mountain. This is where Hung Kings and the Royal Court worshiped the King of Heaven and other gods of mountains and rice.

Every year, Vietnamese commemorate the death anniversary of the Hung Kings at the  Hung Kings Temple Festival  on the tenth day of the third lunar month.

During the national holiday, processions are held, Xoan and Ca Tru (ceremonial singing), unique traditional cultural products of the northern delta, performed. Rice cooking contest, cross-bow shooting, cock fighting, swinging contests, and dragon dancing are other popular festival activities.

Phu Tho authorities have in recent years allowed firework displays over the Van Lang Lake in Viet Tri Town on the eve of the festival.

Travel agencies offer tours that include visits to the Hung Kings Temple at night, My Thuan tea hill and Tam Giang Temple at prices starting at VND1.5 million per person.

The  Long Coc tea hills  in Tan Son District, around 70 kilometers from downtown Viet Tri, has become an increasingly popular tourist attraction after spectacular photos of them blanketed in early morning mist won international prizes.

The sight of hills covered with trimmed tea shrubs making them look like upturned bowls placed next to each other, covered in autumn and early winter fog, attracts photographers galore.

Tea is also a major agricultural produce here. Visitors can stay on until the morning and meet the workers who come to pick tea leaves.

Long Coc has a population of 3,600 people, mainly of the Muong ethnicity, for whom tea cultivation is the main source of income.

Given its close proximity to Vietnam’s capital Hanoi, the  Xuan Son National Park  is an ideal camping destination for a weekend vacation.

As it is much more isolated than Vietnam’s other national parks, visitors wanting to stay overnight have to book a homestay in one of the local villages.

Ban Coi, Ban Lap and Ky Tam are among the more popular villages where locals offer homestay services.

Trekking through dense forests inside the national park is a great experience. The most popular hike is a strenuous climb to the summit of Ten Mountain, which takes around 10 hours.

Three mountains, Can, Ten and Voi, at over 1,000 meters, are some peaks to climb at Xuan Son. Inexperienced trekkers can hire a guide, mainly from the local ethnic minority community. Some tours that depart from Hanoi include a guided trek of Ten Mountain. Treks to the park’s remote villages can also be arranged and guided by local people.

Ban Du is one of the most remote villages in the park, an increasingly popular destination among those who desire close encounters with rural life and ethnic minority cultures. With its valleys and limestone karsts, the national park is home to a series of caves accessible on foot, some more open than others. A few have rivers flowing through them.

Camping is allowed in Xuan Son National Park but homestays are a better way to connect with locals and their culture. Instead of a tent, visitors can sleep in one of the villagers’ traditional stilt houses.

Booking a homestay can be a challenging task as most local villages do not have an online website. Instead, travelers have to ask local guides for assistance in locating and booking one.

Ha Duc Minh, chairman of the Xuan Son Commune People’s Committee, said the locality operates eight homestay facilities with 30 rooms for two to four guests and eight community rooms for 40 people each.

“Local ethnic minority communities have preserved their unique cultures. Aside from exploring the national forests and caves and bathing in streams, visitors can learn about the daily life of the Dao and Muong groups,” Minh said.

The Xuan Son National Park is home to 1,270 species of plants and almost 800 species of animals. Many plants and animals within the park are rare; and a few listed as endangered or threatened such as the sun bear, Asian black bear, Phayre’s langur, Francois langur, Chinese pangolin, and king cobra.

The  Hung Lo communal house  is famous for Xoan singing which was recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding in 2011.

The singing, also referred to as “singing at the gate of the communal house,” is linked closely to the beliefs of local farmers, who worship heaven gods and kings for good harvests.

The house is situated on 500 square meters of land in the ancient village of Hung Lo, 10 km to the east of Hung Kings Temple. Legend has it this was formerly the sacred land Hung Kings had used to rest on their journey.

The 300-year-old communal house has its original architectural features intact. Its main components are rare iron-wood, mukulungu and apitong. The house was recognized as a national historical site in 1990.

The  Thanh Thuy hot mineral spring  has been exploited on an area of one square kilometer along the Da River. The spring water has temperatures ranging from 37-43 degrees Celsius. The water source is typically 130-160 m deep.

The  Van Hoi Lagoon  in Ha Hoa District   was developed about half a century ago to meet irrigation needs of Ha Hoa and Tran Yen Districts. It has become a popular eco-tourism site in Phu Tho and is often dubbed a miniature version of Ha Long Bay.

There are 40 large and small islets surrounded by lush greenery that rise out of the waters. They can be explored after renting a boat from locals. The residents of the lagoon belong to the Tay, Dao and Kinh ethnic groups.

As the capital town of Phu Tho, Viet Tri bustles at night but is not crowded like Hanoi, giving it a relatively secluded charm.

In the heart of Viet Tri is the 116-hectare Van Lang Park  which includes a walking path surrounding a lake and a pedestrian bridge lit up at night.

This is one of the more crowded places in Phu Tho at night, hosting a series of restaurants and beer stalls with affordable prices (VND15,000 – 30,000).

Some of the popular bars to hang out at are the Q Club, Viet Tri Nightclub and Bar X2 Vibe.

Hungry visitors can enjoy grilled fish and goat hotpots at the night street food hub on Nguyen Du Street.

WHAT TO EAT IN PHU THO VIETNAM

Phu Tho is famous for its  lang  (bagridae), a type of catfish caught in local rivers.

The fish would be fried in oil and flavored with dill. It is served with fresh rice vermicelli, aromatic herbs, roasted peanut and shrimp paste. Grilled fish is wrapped in rice paper with herbs and served with soya sauce.

The dishes can be tried at Da River Lang Fish Restaurant in Gia Cam Ward, Viet Tri Town.

A must-try  Phu Tho specialty  would be  banh tai , a rice cake with pork filling. The cake is molded in shape of an ear ( tai  in Vietnamese) and uses fish sauce as its dip.

As a local specialty, it’s not difficult to find the dish at many street-side stalls and restaurants.

Thanh Son sour pork, a specialty of the Muong ethnic minority group, is made from badger pigs husbanded by the ethnic minority community. The pig is only fed vegetables and wild fruits. The dish is usually served with guava, cloves and fig leaves with a spicy chili sauce.

The dish can be found at several stalls in Thanh Son District.

In addition to fish and pork, Viet Tri has crab and goat hotpots served by stalls on the Nguyen Du food street. Crab hotpot or goat hotpot at Phu Thanh eatery on Nguyen Du Street are recommended places.

The food street on Nguyen Du in Nong Trang Ward hosts more than 100 food and beverage businesses serving all kinds of Phu Tho specialties including BBQ, rolls and vermicelli dishes.

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The Best Travel Guide of Phu Tho Vietnam 2023

Phu Tho Province is one of the most wonderful tourist attractions which has a lot of traditional activities and cuisine, especially the Hung Kings' death anniversary, for visitors to have the best vacation when spending time here. If you are looking for tours to travel to Phu Tho , this article will help you. So, we will give you some important information about the history of Phu Tho Province , what to do, what to eat and a list of ideal accommodations before deciding to plan a trip.

1. What need to know about Phu Tho

1.1. location.

Firstly, the province of Phu Tho is found in Vietnam's northeast. The provinces of Tuyen Quang, Vinh Phuc, Yen Bai, Son La, Ha Noi, and Hoa Binh are bordered by it. Phu Tho Province , which has the city of Viet Tri as its capital, is only 80 kilometers from Hanoi. Between the two cities is Noi Bai International Airport, which is 50 kilometers to the northwest of Viet Tri City.

1.2. History

The history of Phu Tho Vietnam is lengthy and illustrious. The Vietnamese race is thought to have originated there. The earliest kings of Vietnam, the Hung Kings, allegedly picked this location for the country's first capital and gave it the name "Van Lang."

The Hung Temple is likely to come up at first when you ask a Vietnamese person today what they know about Phu Tho. One of the most significant historical places in the country, here is where worshippers come to honor the Hung King which makes Phu Tho travel become more popular by the national identity.

1.3. Highlights

Vietnam considers Phu Tho to be its original homeland. The mythology of the 18 Kings Hung, who founded Van Lang State, the first state in Vietnam, with Phong Chau as its capital, is connected to the Den Hung (Hung Temple) Ruins.

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Bright culture is found in Phu Tho Vietnam. Son Vi, Dong Dau, Lang Ca, and several pagodas, temples, and tombs around Nghia Linh Mountain are archeological sites that attest to the fact that Phong Chau was once a major Vietnamese cultural hub. When referring to Vietnamese culture, we are confident to say that you are in a multiethnic and multicultural nation where you could explore all the mysterious things about the diverse national identity.

Famous tourist destinations in Phu Tho Vietnam include Xuan Son National Park and Ao Chau Pond. Many tourists travel to Xuan Son every year for recreation and to learn about the region's diverse flora and fauna. By traveling to Ao Chau, visitors can take in the clean air and sample regional delicacies including fruits, carps, turtles, crabs, etc.

2. Best time to visit Phu Tho Province

So, what is the best time to plan the Phu Tho Travel to have a memorable experience? The months of December and December are the ideal times to visit Phu Tho in Vietnam. During this time, there is little to no precipitation and mild temperatures. At Phu Tho, the average temperature ranges from 31°C in July to 35°C in March.

You can quickly check the average weather in Phu Tho Vietnam for each month, the monthly temperatures, or the month with the most rainfall in the table below. 

3. How to get Phu Tho Province from Hanoi

There are approximately 95 kilometers between Hanoi and the town of Phu Tho. Here, we would like to introduce you to three ways to get to Phu Tho from Hanoi.

Because of having no flights between these cities, the best and most preferred option of transportation from Hanoi to Phu Tho is via rail. It takes around 2.5 hours to travel to Hanoi by train. Additionally, at 120 Le Duan Street, the Hanoi Railway station is where trains leave.

Taking a bus from Hanoi's My Dinh bus terminal is another option to get to Phu Tho Province . Bus travel from Hanoi to Phu Tho takes about 2-3 hours.

Although renting a motorcycle and traveling independently is an option, International Driving Permit (IDP) is required in Vietnam.

4. Must-visit places in Phu Tho Province

4.1 hung king temples complex, 4.1.1 location.

Co Tich Hamlet, Viet Tri City, Phu Tho Province is home to the modestly placed Hung Kings Temple Complex on Nghia Linh Mountain. Residential spaces and woods surround the building. The Hung King's death anniversary is also organized here.

Phu Tho could be a place for couples to enjoy their honeymoon because it brings about some mysterious things such as historical events, special cuisine and other outstanding activities waiting for couples to explore.

4.1.2. How to get there to Hung Kings temple complex

Around 90 miles separate the Hung Kings Temple Complex from the capital of Hanoi. As a result, many visitors to Phu Tho decide to get here by motorcycle for a day excursion.

Firstly, you follow Thang Long Bridge on your way to Noi Bai International Airport from Hanoi. Next, Travel to Viet Tri City on Highway No. 2, then another 10 kilometers to the Hung Kings Temple Complex. You would arrive there in under three hours.

Buses are another simpler mode of transportation; they leave from My Dinh Bus Terminal roughly every 15 minutes and are in plentiful supply towards Phu Tho Province and Viet Tri City. You can travel to Hung Kings Temple for a reasonable fee by taxi or motorbike taxi after arriving in Viet Tri City.

4.1.3. Key features

Ha Temple, Gieng Temple, Trung and Thuong Temples, King Hung Tomb and Thien Quang Pagoda make up the grand architectural complex known as the Hung Kings Temple.

4.1.3.1. Ha Temple

It was constructed in the fifteenth century and honors Mother Au Co. In accordance with the myth, Au Co gave birth to a pouch containing 100 eggs in this location, which eventually hatched to produce 100 sons. There is a tree that is more than 700 years old in front of the Ha Temple.

4.1.3.2. Gieng Temple

The temple is known as Gieng (Well) Temple because it contains a well called Ngoc (Emerald). According to mythology, Princesses Tien Dung and Ngoc Hoa, daughters of the 18th King Hung, had a habit of combing their hair while staring at their reflection in the well.

4.1.3.4.Trung temples

168 brick stairs separate it from Ha Temple. Legend has it that the Kings Hung frequently met here for political gatherings and to take naps. Moreover, it is where the 6th King Hung, who invented sticky rice cakes, gave the throne to Prince Lang Lieu (banh chung and banh day).

4.1.3.5. Thuong temples

Next, Huong Temple is where the offerings to the Sun God, the Ground God, the Rice God, etc. were only made by Hung Kings.

4.1.3.6 Thien Quang Pagoda

The fifth one is Thien Quang Pagoda which was mostly made up of the front shrine (5 compartments), sanctuary, and architecture. It is situated to the right of Ha Temple (3 compartments).

4.1.3.7. The sixth King Hung Tomb

Legend states that after Saint Giong defeated the An invaders and ascended to Heaven, the sixth King Hung took off his clothing, hung them on a branch of a Kim Giao tree, and promptly passed away.

From April 20 to 29, the province of Phu Tho will host a ceremony commemorating the death anniversary of the Hung Kings. If you decide to travel when the festival is ongoing, you will see the crowded atmosphere and have an opportunity to participate in traditional activities such as Strong national teams playing for the Hung Vuong Cup competing in a volleyball event, a swimming and stand-up paddleboarding competition, and the football tournament.

Therefore, it is undeniable that this place should be one of the best places for Phu Tho travel because it brings about the bustle mood and interesting things to do and fantastic experience.

4.2. Heaven Pond – Fairy Spring

Paradise Pond - Fairy Spring is situated on Na Mountain in the Ha Hoa area, around 80 km from Viet Tri City and 15km from Ao Chau.

Thousands of mountain peaks, each of which reaches an average of 500–600 meters above sea level, along the road leading to Heaven Pond–Fairy Spring. The Na Mountain's 1200m high peak, however, surpasses them all and towers majestically against the clear blue sky.

Na Mountain is the source of Fairy Spring. It transforms into a white silk strip that hangs on the mountainside, standing out from the surrounding forest's green hue and mixing it with the sky's blue color to create an amazing yet enigmatic scene. It runs between the enormous stone blocks. The spring is 10 km long and is covered with yellow sand and rocks that filter the water.

The Fairy Well is located at the spring's source. At the well's bottom is where water rushes up to form Fairy Spring, which subsequently produces up to 14 breathtaking waterfalls. Some of these waterfalls are 20 meters high, and they resemble white curtains hiding the entrances to a lot of secret caves.

4.3 Ao Chau Pond in Phu Tho

4.3.1. location.

Ao Chau Pond, which is 50 kilometers from Phu Tho district and 70 kilometers from Viet Tri city, is currently thought of as a possible tourist site in the realm of the Hung Kings. So, If you prefer traveling to Phu Tho, you should not forget this tourist attraction.

4.3.2. How to get there

There are some options for you to travel to Ao Chau Pond. Because the road to this location is quite easy for travelers you could use these transportation forms: car, boat, train, etc.

If you decide to use the train, Ao Chau Pond is located directly on the Hanoi-Lao Cai railway, which will soon be expanded to connect numerous nations in the region as well as China's Van Nam province.

National Road 2 connects Hanoi and other Northern Provinces, so it is always the best option if you wish to travel there by car.

Boats on large rivers like the Red River, Da River, and Lo River are very accessible if you want to consider additional options.

4.3.3. Key features

Over 100 islands of various sizes make up the 2 square km surface area of Ao Chau, where a wide variety of priceless and lovely flora grow. These islands' tallest point rises 177 meters above sea level.

There are also areas where the water is 35 meters deep and never runs out. Many aquatic species, like the Golden Turtle and Trionychid Turtle, can survive and reproduce in Ao Chau thanks to the consistently clear, pure water. Locals have been cultivating a variety of healthful fruits over the past few years, which has enhanced the beauty and allure of the pond.

4.4. Xuan Son National Park

The final place which is standing on top of my recommended attractions is Xuan Son National Park in Phu Tho Province . It is a popular tourist destination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors because it has a diverse floristic composition with hundreds of plant and tree species, a variety of wild, endangered animals, and stunning natural waterfalls, caves and so on.

4.4.1. Location

The Hoang Lien Mountains' most southernmost point, in the Red River's watershed, is where Xuan Son National Park is situated. The closest point above 2,000 meters is 40 kilometers to the northwest.

In comparison to other parts of the Hoang Lien mountains, Xuan Son has lower elevations. Additionally, 1,661 acres are made up of limestone karst. There are several caverns in the limestone karst, some of which include river systems.

4.4.2. How to get there

By continuing National Road No.32 from Hanoi, you can go by automobile or motorcycle to Xuan Son National Park. A visit to the Du Village and a hike up the Ten Mountain are both popular excursion options.

One of the many reasons the trip is so worthwhile is the spectacular view of the hundreds of hectares of tea plantation along the route. It can take your motorbike a couple of hours to get to the village due to the rough and narrow roads. Du Village, the most distant region in Phu Tho Province , is also where the Dao ethnic group resides.

4.4.3. Key features

4.4.3.1.fauna.

Lowland and lower montane evergreen forest, together with lowland and lower montane limestone forest, are the two main types of native vegetation at Xuan Son. To date, 121 bird species, 48 mammal species, 314 vascular species of plants, and 13 species of reptiles have all been discovered in Xuan Son National Park.

According to the investment plan, there was one group of three or four Black-cheeked Crested Gibbons (Hylobates concolor) and one group of fifteen to eighteen Phayre's Leaf Monkeys (Trachypithecus phayrei). It is unknown how these species are doing right now at the location, and it is possible that neither is locally extinct.

Also, it is said that the large cave networks of Xuan Son sustain a wide variety of bat species.

4.4.3.2. Flora

With 180 families, 680 genera, and 1,217 species across 6 vascular plant phyla, the flora of the Xuan Son National Park is exceptionally rich and diverse. These taxa have diverse taxonomic distributions.

4.4.3.3. Climate

Xuan Son has an exceptional climate. Four different seasons occur on the same day. The weather is crisp and cool like spring in the morning. The heat of summer is present during midday. There is a soft afternoon breeze that puffs like it's fall. And in the evening, the temperature drops a bit, almost like winter.

5. Top "must-try" food in Phu Tho Vietnam

5.1 thanh son sour meat.

The first dish to bring up while discussing Phu Tho delicacies is sour meat. In the Thanh Son region of the province of Phu Tho , this is a specialty dish of the Muong ethnic group and listed at the top of must-try dishes by Phu Tho tourists . Pork that has been organically grazed and roasted is the key component of this dish.

Bacon and lean shoulder meat must be used to prepare this sour meat meal, which is fermented in accordance with a unique Muong recipe. Unusual, odd, and very simple to eat, sour pork can be simply paired with a variety of cuisines.

With some raw vegetables like guava leaves, clove leaves, fig leaves, etc., sour meat is frequently given. On the dining table, this dish goes well with a few cold beer bottles.

5.2. Ear cake

The cuisine of Phu Tho travel , Ear Cake, a delectable dish that is offered every day in Phu Tho, was formerly known as Hon Cake. Simply said, the reason why Ear Cake acquired that name is because of its ear-like shape.

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It is made of rice and stuffed with meat. Even though the recipe appears to be quite simple, not just anybody can prepare this delicious cake.

Ear Cake should be eaten as soon as it is still warm. You will find the taste of ear cake tempting if you hold it in your hands and consume it carefully. It is simultaneously soft, crispy, buttery, sweet, and perfumed. We believe that this cuisine would be outstanding for new visitors.

5.3. Stew fish with canarium

Thumb-sized black canarium that is ripe has a shiny black colour, a long diamond shape, and a fatty taste. It is frequently dipped in sesame salt or peanut salt. And a really appealing dish is made by braising sour canarium with fish.

As the sweetness of the soy sauce and fish protein penetrate the canarium, eliminating the acrid taste and lessening the sour taste, bringing a somewhat sour, meaty flavor, the canarium absorbs the sour flavor, giving the fish a sour flavor.

5.4. Palm leaf rice ball

The rice ball wrapped in palm leaves represents the Phu Tho people's entire culture, way of life, and connection to the natural world.

While being a straightforward and unassuming dish, the rice ball made from palm leaves demonstrates the Phu Tho people's inventiveness. The cooked rice will be coiled and clenched to create this meal.

The rice is next rolled through the palm leaf. Eating sesame salt or dry roasted pork with this food is common. It seems to be simple but this dish captures both the spirit of the nation and the essence of heaven and earth.

5.5. Doan Hung pomelo

Pomelos of the Doan Hung kind are well-known around the world and not just in Phu Tho Province .

The fruit of this perennial plant is spherical, flattened, weighs on average around 1 kg, is bright yellow when ripe, has a thin pulp, is dry, succulent, sweet-tasting, and has a distinctive perfume.

Bang Luan and Suu Chi Dam pomelo are the two most delectable pomelo kinds, and they are both grown in Doan Hung. Whereas Suu Chi Dam pomelo has medium-sized, yellow-green fruit with somewhat wrinkled skin, Bang Luan pomelo has huge, yellow-green skin.

5.6. Xao chuoi

The best time to consume Xao Chuoi is while it's still hot after being scooped out into a bowl. Eat Xao Chuoi continuously without becoming bored because of its sweet, delicate flavor that melts away with the aroma of galangal filling the air.

Formerly exclusively prepared on special occasions with a lot of labor from the Lam Thao people, Xao chuoi is now a staple dish served at every meal. This meal is also not easy to eat, so it would be a challenge for new tourists in Phu Tho so far.

6. Best hotels to stay in Phu Tho Vietnam

6.1. muong thanh luxury phu tho hotel.

In the center of the energetic Viet Tri City, on Hung Vuong Boulevard, is the Muong Thanh Luxurious Phu Tho Hotel. It has a variety of services and amenities to suit your needs and was constructed to a 5-star quality using opulent and modern architecture.

The magnificent vistas, lush tea hills, and wide steppes are all easily accessible from here. When Phu Tho tourists wish to rest and spend amazing leisure time with family, friends, and loved ones, Muong Thanh Luxurious is undoubtedly the best option.

6.2. Rosy Viet Tri Hotel

Vietnam National University is 49 kilometers from the Phu Tho region's Rosy Viet Tri Hotel. The hotel provides room service and a 24-hour front desk for its guests.

The hotel provides kettles in each room. The hotel's rooms include a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.

Noi Bai International Airport, which is 56 kilometers away from the lodging, is the closest airport.

6.3. Thanh Lam Resort

It is located in the southwest, about 2km from the center of Thanh Thuy town, Phu Tho Province . The resort which is surrounded by hills and mountains, is one of the largest hot mineral bathing sites. This is also the favorite accommodation of tourists in Phu Tho due to its popularity of geyser quality.

Though it is still new, it is known as a hot mineral spring with a reputation for high-quality water. Responding to the increasing needs of tourists, Thanh Lam Resort has built more models of massage mineral bath, mineral mud bath and natural aromatherapy sauna, with the famous hot mineral bath combined, in order to serve tourists here.

6.4. SOJO Hotel Viet Tri

The SOJO Hotel Viet Tri is situated on Hung Vuong Boulevard in the province of Phu Tho , which is referred to as the "country of the ancestors" due to its heroic past and distinctive culture.

Visitors to SOJO Hotel Viet Tri will form lasting impressions of the new type of lodging thanks to its distinctive design, which draws inspiration from the place of ethnic origin and the birthplace of Lac Viet culture.

7. Preparing to travel to Phu Tho Vietnam

We will give some necessary advice for you before traveling to Phu Tho.

Firstly, asking for a fair price whether dining or shopping will help you avoid being "ripped off."

When you are planning the Phu Tho travel during the death anniversary of the Hung King, you have to book a room in advance. Additionally, to prevent being pushed around and merely needing to stop by to take in the beauty, you should pick a time when there isn't a festival.

If you visit an eco-tourism destination, you need to also get ready to bring sunscreen, an umbrella, bug repellent, and nice clothing to make it simpler to ascend the mountain.

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4 Best Places to Visit In Phu Tho

Phu Tho is famous for years with Hung temple area, worshiping 18 Hung Kings who are considered Vietnamese ancestor. This area contains some smaller temples: Thuong Temple, Trung Temple, Ha Temple and plenty of other temples, in which the most notable is Au Co Temple, worshiping Au Co – The mother of all Vietnamese. But, Phu Tho is not just remembered with this temple only. Ao Chau Pond is another highlight, which is called the mini Halong Bay of Vietnam. Moreover, Heaven Pond and Fairy Spring is also interest places for tourists to have a trip.

Hung King Temples Complex

Acclaimed as the origin of Vietnam, Hung Kings Temple Complex is the foremost place for pilgrims on the journey back into the dawn of the nation's formation.

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Only 80km away from Viet Tri City and 15km away from Ao Chau, Heaven Pond – Fairy Spring is located on Na Mountain in Ha Hoa district.

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Phu Tho is a special, sacred place for Vietnamese people as the birthplace of the nation's founding fathers. Its other attractions include photogenic misty, undulating tea hills.

The busiest time to visit Phu Tho is the third lunar month, when the Hung Kings Festival is celebrated. People from across the country flock to the northern province to pay tributes to the Hung Kings (2879-258 BCE), the nation's mythical founders.

January through April and July-August are good times to visit the province, when the weather is warm and there is less rain.

The Hung Kings Temple is a complex of temples first built in the 10th century AD on Nghia Linh Mountain, 10 km from Viet Tri Town.

The complex has four temples dedicated to the Hung Kings, first descendants of the mythological forebears of the Vietnamese, Lac Long Quan and Au Co, a pagoda, a mausoleum, and other structures.

On reaching the temple complex, pilgrims will pass through a gate and hike up steep steps that lead to Den Ha (the Lower Temple). An ancient Vietnamese legend says this is the place where Mother Au Co delivered the bag of a hundred eggs from which one hundred sons were born.

Next to Den Ha is a Buddhist Pagoda that was built in the 15th century.

From the pagoda, a hike through dense forest leads to Den Trung (the Middle Temple), said to be the place where Hung Kings and courtiers attended meetings of the royal court.

The Den Thuong (Upper Temple) is reached by climbing up steps to the top of Nghia Linh Mountain. This is where Hung Kings and the Royal Court worshiped the King of Heaven and other gods of mountains and rice.

Every year, Vietnamese commemorate the death anniversary of the Hung Kings at the Hung Kings Temple Festival on the tenth day of the third lunar month.

During the national holiday, processions are held, Xoan and Ca Tru (ceremonial singing), unique traditional cultural products of the northern delta, performed. Rice cooking contest, cross-bow shooting, cock fighting, swinging contests, and dragon dancing are other popular festival activities.

Phu Tho authorities have in recent years allowed firework displays over the Van Lang Lake in Viet Tri Town on the eve of the festival.

Travel agencies offer tours that include visits to the Hung Kings Temple at night, My Thuan tea hill and Tam Giang Temple at prices starting at VND1.5 million per person.

The Long Coc tea hills in Tan Son District, around 70 kilometers from downtown Viet Tri, has become an increasingly popular tourist attraction after spectacular photos of them blanketed in early morning mist won international prizes.

The sight of hills covered with trimmed tea shrubs making them look like upturned bowls placed next to each other, covered in autumn and early winter fog, attracts photographers galore.

Ban Coi, Ban Lap and Ky Tam are among the more popular villages where locals offer homestay services.

Trekking through dense forests inside the national park is a great experience. The most popular hike is a strenuous climb to the summit of Ten Mountain, which takes around 10 hours.

Three mountains, Can, Ten and Voi, at over 1,000 meters, are some peaks to climb at Xuan Son. Inexperienced trekkers can hire a guide, mainly from the local ethnic minority community. Some tours that depart from Hanoi include a guided trek of Ten Mountain. Treks to the park's remote villages can also be arranged and guided by local people.

The Xuan Son National Park is home to 1,270 species of plants and almost 800 species of animals. Many plants and animals within the park are rare; and a few listed as endangered or threatened such as the sun bear, Asian black bear, Phayre’s langur, Francois langur, Chinese pangolin, and king cobra.

The Hung Lo communal house is famous for Xoan singing which was recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage in need of urgent safeguarding in 2011.

The singing, also referred to as "singing at the gate of the communal house," is linked closely to the beliefs of local farmers, who worship heaven gods and kings for good harvests.

The house is situated on 500 square meters of land in the ancient village of Hung Lo, 10 km to the east of Hung Kings Temple. Legend has it this was formerly the sacred land Hung Kings had used to rest on their journey.

The 300-year-old communal house has its original architectural features intact. Its main components are rare iron-wood, mukulungu and apitong. The house was recognized as a national historical site in 1990.

The Thanh Thuy hot mineral spring has been exploited on an area of one square kilometer along the Da River. The spring water has temperatures ranging from 37-43 degrees Celsius. The water source is typically 130-160 m deep.

The Van Hoi Lagoon in Ha Hoa District was developed about half a century ago to meet irrigation needs of Ha Hoa and Tran Yen Districts. It has become a popular eco-tourism site in Phu Tho and is often dubbed a miniature version of Ha Long Bay.

This is one of the more crowded places in Phu Tho at night, hosting a series of restaurants and beer stalls with affordable prices (VND15,000 - 30,000).

Some of the popular bars to hang out at are the Q Club, Viet Tri Nightclub and Bar X2 Vibe.

Hungry visitors can enjoy grilled fish and goat hotpots at the night street food hub on Nguyen Du Street.

The tourist attractions in Phu Tho are relatively far apart, so hotels and homestays are mainly scattered in the downtown area.

Four-to-five-star hotels in Viet Tri include Muong Thanh Luxury Phu Tho and Garden Viet Tri with room rents starting from VND1.3 million a night.

Cheaper options include X2 Vibe Viet Tri Hotel, Saigon Phutho Hotel, SOJO Viet Tri with room rates starting from VND800,000 a night.

At the Xuan Son National Park, some ideal homestay facilities featuring the architecture and culture of the Dao ethnic community are Xuan Son, Lam, Quynh Nga and Thuc Nhu.

Phu Tho is famous for its lang (bagridae), a type of catfish caught in local rivers.

The fish would be fried in oil and flavored with dill. It is served with fresh rice vermicelli, aromatic herbs, roasted peanut and shrimp paste. Grilled fish is wrapped in rice paper with herbs and served with soya sauce.

The dishes can be tried at Da River Lang Fish Restaurant in Gia Cam Ward, Viet Tri Town.

A must-try Phu Tho specialty would be banh tai , a rice cake with pork filling. The cake is molded in shape of an ear ( tai in Vietnamese) and uses fish sauce as its dip.

As a local specialty, it's not difficult to find the dish at many street-side stalls and restaurants.

Thanh Son sour pork, a specialty of the Muong ethnic minority group, is made from badger pigs husbanded by the ethnic minority community. The pig is only fed vegetables and wild fruits. The dish is usually served with guava, cloves and fig leaves with a spicy chili sauce.

The dish can be found at several stalls in Thanh Son District.

In addition to fish and pork, Viet Tri has crab and goat hotpots served by stalls on the Nguyen Du food street. Crab hotpot or goat hotpot at Phu Thanh eatery on Nguyen Du Street are recommended places.

With private vehicles, the fastest route to reach Phu Tho is the Hanoi - Lao Cai highway.

Those driving their motorbikes to Phu Tho can take National Highway 2 and pass through Phuc Yen Town in Vinh Phuc province. Another route is Highway 32 through Son Tay Town.

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Top 5 must-see tourist destinations in Phu Tho

Phu Tho is always a land of origin with a rich ethnic identity, without the hustle and bustle of modern cities, but with a clean, peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Here, you will feel the winding village roads along the fields, hugging the cornfields and faintly glimpse the simple rural houses. Phu Tho also has famous historical sites that attract tourists every time they visit this land. Let's explore the Top 5 must-see tourist destinations in Phu Tho with Muong Thanh Hospitality.

Hung Temple, Phu Tho

Hung Temple is a complex of temples and pagodas with a solemn architecture, where the Hung kings are worshipped, located on Nghia Linh Mountain in Viet Tri, Phu Tho. It has the spiritual and unique value of the nation, so on the occasion of the Hung King Festival every year, many Vietnamese people come here to worship and offer incense to express their reverence for their ancestors and remember the contributions of their ancestors.

Long Coc Tea Hills

Located in Long Coc commune, Thanh Son district, Long Coc tea hills are known as the "land of paradise on the midland" making visitors feel like they are lost in the pure, pristine beauty of the natural scenery here. The green tea fields, full of vitality under the gentle rays of sunlight at the beginning of the new day, and the cool breeze blowing through. What could be more interesting than being able to admire that beautiful scenery in a clean, peaceful atmosphere and taking some amazing "check-in" photos.

Ho Ly Lake, also known as Thuong Long Lake, is one of the largest lakes in Phu Tho province, with the beauty of the water and the scenery that nature has bestowed on this place. You will be able to admire the pristine but still romantic and peaceful scenery of the mountains and forests or the gentle beauty of the still lake.

Xuan Son National Park Ecotourism Area

Xuan Son National Park Ecotourism Area is a national park with a prim forest on limestone mountains with a rich flora and fauna and a unique natural landscape, suitable for those who love nature and enjoy adventurous exploration.

The national park also has a system of famous caves: Lang Cave and Tho Than Cave hidden in the old forest with many eye-catching stalactite shapes. Especially, you will be able to experience 4 seasons in the same day when traveling to Xuan Son: start the new day with a cool, fresh morning like spring. In a flash, it will be warm like summer in the afternoon, or in the evening, the wind blows like autumn, and winter comes when it gets dark and a little cold.

Thanh Thuy Hot Springs Resort

If you want to enjoy wonderful moments of relaxing your body in the hot spring water, you can't miss Thanh Thuy Hot Springs Resort in the cool weather. Here, there are many activities for you to experience such as the space of the playground, swimming pool area, tennis court, karaoke room, or mud bath to relax your body and enjoy the unique local cuisine.

Phu Tho is a tourist destination near Hanoi for you to travel on weekends when you want to escape the noisy, bustling days in the crowded city. With the top 5 destinations suggested by Muong Thanh above in Phu Tho, we hope you will have a fun and memorable experience. Don't forget to choose to stay at Muong Thanh Luxury Phu Tho Hotel, located in the center of Viet Tri city, a convenient location for you to explore the famous landmarks here.

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List of Tourist Attractions in Phu Tho (Phú Thọ), Vietnam

Phu Tho Province, situated in northern Vietnam, is a destination celebrated for its rich historical and cultural heritage, ancient temples, and the scenic beauty of its landscapes. This province is known for its historical sites, spiritual landmarks, and the vibrant traditions that reflect the cultural identity of the region, making it an ideal location for travelers seeking both historical insights and natural beauty. In this guide, we'll take you on a journey through the top tourist attractions in Phu Tho Province, helping you uncover the historical treasures and cultural wonders of this captivating corner of Vietnam.

Tourist Attractions in Phu Tho Province, Vietnam:

Hung Kings Temple (Đền Hùng): Visit the Hung Kings Temple, a significant historical site dedicated to Vietnam's legendary Hung Kings, the founders of the nation.

Xuan Son National Park (Vườn quốc gia Xuân Sơn): Explore Xuan Son National Park, a pristine natural reserve with lush forests, waterfalls, and trekking trails.

Phong Chau Ancient Citadel (Cố đô Phong Châu): Discover the ruins of Phong Chau Ancient Citadel, an ancient fortress that once played a crucial role in Vietnamese history.

Den Thuong Temple (Chùa Đền Thượng): Pay homage at Den Thuong Temple, a serene Buddhist temple known for its tranquility and beautiful architecture.

Tan Son Temple (Đền Tản Sơn): Visit Tan Son Temple, dedicated to Princesses Tien Dung and Ngoc Hoa, known for its historical significance and scenic location.

Viet Tri City (Thành phố Việt Trì): Explore Viet Tri City, the provincial capital, and discover its bustling markets, historical sites, and vibrant culture.

Thac Binh Son (Binh Son Waterfall): Hike to Thac Binh Son, a picturesque waterfall surrounded by lush greenery and a serene ambiance.

Phu Tho Ethnic Village (Làng dân tộc Phú Thọ): Experience the cultural diversity of Phu Tho at the Phu Tho Ethnic Village, where you can interact with various ethnic communities.

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Phu Tho Province, Vietnam, is a region that invites travelers to delve into its history, immerse themselves in its cultural heritage, and savor the natural beauty of its landscapes. Whether you're interested in exploring ancient temples, trekking through national parks, or discovering historical sites, Phu Tho offers a diverse array of attractions to cater to various interests. Take your time to uncover the province's historical treasures and cultural riches, and you'll discover a side of Vietnam that's both historically significant and culturally enriching.

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