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Chi Lang Pass is a famous tourist destination. If you come to Lang Son, you definitely cannot miss this place. This place is associated with the heroic historical marks of our nation in the fight against foreign invaders. At the same time, it also possesses majestic mountain beauty bestowed by nature. Chi Lang Pass is a historical relic deeply engraved in the subconscious of the Vietnamese people, it appears in poetry and is passed down from generation to generation. Located about 150km from Hanoi, the pass is large and massive, running nearly 20km long. It connects Chi Lang and Huu Lung districts of Lang Son province. Looking down from above, Chi Lang Pass appears with towering rocky mountains, typically the Kai Kinh rocky mountain range in the West and Bao Dai Mountain in the East. All create a solid framework to protect the safety of Vietnam's northern border, supporting the Vietnamese people in protecting their territorial sovereignty and fighting against foreign invaders from ancient times to the present. Chi Lang Pass and our army and people have gone through many ups and downs in history, blocking expeditions from the North. The gate is associated with military activities from the reigns of Ly Thuong Kiet, Tran Quoc Tuan... and is famous in history. In addition to historical relics, visiting Chi Lang Pass, you can also see with your own eyes a majestic natural picture, a bit poetic but also very close and dear. Especially the high mountains, rugged terrain with trapezoidal battlements that are "unique" in the world. Surely this will be a great tourist destination for activities to experience and explore Vietnamese history from time to time. And it's also an opportunity to relax in cool, fresh nature. Besides, you can also experience the wonderful dishes typical of Lang Son people such as roasted pig and roasted duck.
Lang Son
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Na Hang tourist area
The citadel of the Mac Dynasty is a destination associated with history, reflecting the ancient feudal regime. This location is about more than 150km from the center of Hanoi, attracting a large number of tourists every year. The city walls are solid and sturdy, remaining unaffected through all the sun and rain. However, currently, the city walls have been gradually demolished, only about 300 meters remain. The Mac Dynasty citadel has a prime location, right in Tam Thanh ward of Lang Son city. The wall leans against three majestic mountains: To Thi, Mac Kinh Cung and Lo Cot. These are also scenic spots that attract many tourists to visit. Standing from the top of the city wall to admire the majestic scenery below, you will witness the entire poetic city of Lang Son below. In 2010, the Mac Dynasty Citadel began to be invested and repaired by the province to develop into a tourist and sightseeing destination. To admire the majestic mountains, you need to climb 100 steps around the mountainside to reach the top. The northern wall is 54m long and 4m high, built with many secret battlements to destroy enemy troops. The cave is 75km long with 7 gates and 15 battlements. Recalling history, this city wall was built by Mac Kinh Cung in the 16th century and was completed in the mid-17th century. The purpose was to fight against King Le - Lord Trinh, so the project was built extremely majestic and solid, the stone blocks were connected together with honey and molasses, extremely sturdy. In 1962, this place was granted historical relic status and then began to undergo renovations to welcome visitors. Visitors can visit this historical building all year round to witness firsthand its historical values and accompanying mysterious stories. However, to have the best experience, you should avoid going in winter. Because the temperature in Lang Son mountains at this time is quite low. Therefore, many people will not be able to withstand the cold here. When planning to visit this destination, keep in mind the following experiences to make your trip complete: You should wear sports shoes or soft shoes that are convenient for movement. Because the terrain here is quite dangerous, you have to climb steps, which are especially slippery if it rains. The clothing you choose needs to be comfortable. If you are a woman, you should wear clothes instead of skirts to move quickly and safely. When reaching the top of the Mac Dynasty Citadel, the temperature may drop lower, especially in winter. So you need to dress warmly and bring a jacket to avoid getting cold. You should visit the construction site early in the morning to avoid crowding and jostling, causing unsafe conditions. You can prepare extra food and water so that when you reach the top of the citadel, you can stop to replenish your body's energy and avoid losing strength due to long walks. For tourists who are passionate about checking in, they need to choose safe locations, absolutely do not move to mountain edges where mistakes can easily occur.
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From January to October
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Na Hang tourist area
The mountain is located in the east center of Vinh Trai ward, Lang Son. Before crossing the Ky Cung river, you will see a mountain with a red flag with a yellow star fluttering in the distance. That is Phai Ve Lang Son mountain. Seen from a distance, Phai Ve mountain emerges right in the heart of Lang Son city, among the overlapping houses with red tile roofs. That's why this mountain is also called "the rockery of Lang Son". Having gone through many historical periods, the mountain still stands tall and is the pride of the people here. Phai Ve Mountain is an archaeological relic with the greatest historical and cultural value in Lang Son. Inside this mountain are two cave sites with paleontological traces. These two caves are about 10,000 years old and nearly 5,000 years old. Now when combined with magical lights, the stalactites in the cave become extremely lively and sparkling, attracting tourists to visit and explore. Understanding the historical value and tourism potential, the government here has taken many measures to restore and preserve these unique wild beauties. Phai Ve mountain flagpole can be considered one of the famous symbols of Lang Son city. Located on Phai Ve mountain at an altitude of about 80m, this flagpole includes 535 firmly built stone steps. The entire flagpole is built of durable materials such as concrete and stone. The railing of the stairs going up is made to look like green bamboo stalks, looking quite similar to the Great Wall. Perhaps because the image of the towering flag tower with winding stairs is quite similar to the Great Wall. So this place is known as the miniature version of the Great Wall of Vietnam. You can travel by motorbike or car to Lang Son city center. Then park the car and walk up the mountain. Moving up the flagpole is extremely simple and easy. You will feel cool and comfortable as soon as you finish climbing the mountain because of the cool fresh air while on the mountain. With a high location and right in the heart of the city center, you can stand right on the high steps to see the panoramic view of poetic Lang Son. The whole city seemed to collapse into view. The most impressive is probably the scene at night when the shimmering lights of the streets and houses spread out vastly right below your feet. In the evening, lights also light up at the Flag Pole with nearly 1,000 LED bulbs installed. Under the steps, in the cave and around the mountain are also beautifully decorated with lights. Making the Flagpole look like a bright torch, lighting up and radiating the whole city. The entire Phai Ve mountain exudes a magical beauty under the cold weather of the night. You can go to Phai Ve mountain at any time of the year. Because the landscape here does not depend too much on the weather. However, you should combine visiting many tourist destinations in the same Lang Son trip. The most perfect time is a festival like the Tam Thanh festival on the full moon day of the first lunar month every year. You can combine visiting Phai Ve mountain and going to the pagoda at the beginning of the year, along with scenic spots such as Tam Thanh cave, Chi Lang pass, Chua Gieng... very convenient.
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