As the clock strikes the New Year, young men in Dang Chuong village sprint from the communal house, carrying sacred flames to welcome luck and peace.

The 18 Arhat ma nhai carvings dating from the late Ly dynasty to the early Tran dynasty are the only works in Vietnam carved directly onto a cave wall and have just been recognized as a National Treasure.

The Mermaid Cave in Thung Nham reveals a mysterious underground world of glittering stalactites, emerald waters, and natural beauty shaped over millions of years.

Visitors are amazed by the centuries-old muom tree at Pho Minh Pagoda, still green and full of life despite major decay inside.

Nestled among the jagged limestone mountains and jade waters of the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex in Ninh Binh, lies a silent, sacred space with over a thousand years of history - Dan Kinh Thien.

Drawn to immersive rural experiences, international travelers are flocking to Ninh Binh, where they roast chicken, make pork patties, catch snails and fish, and hike through limestone mountains.

Thung Ui in Ninh Binh is captivating visitors with its emerald lake, limestone cliffs, and ancient spiritual sites. A peaceful, cinematic retreat awaits.

At the mouth of a deep cave, an unusual sight greets visitors: sand pushed outward into a large mound. Strangely, even heavy rains cannot wash this sand away, nor does it ever bury the cave entrance.

Many domestic and international tourists visiting Ninh Binh are now choosing to explore and experience the cultural life of the northern Vietnamese countryside.

At the foot of Dinh Mountain in Ninh Binh lies Ngoc (Jade) Well - a vast, mystical water source said to never dry up.

Cuc Phuong National Park’s May Bac Peak, dubbed its “rooftop,” offers a magical escape into nature for those who endure its five-hour jungle trek.

Van Long Lagoon in Ninh Binh, famed as Vietnam’s “wave-free bay,” captivates visitors with tranquil boat rides and breathtaking scenery.

As Christmas approaches, Catholic communities in northern Vietnam are working tirelessly to craft large-scale decorations from recycled materials.

Thung Nham Bird Garden in Ninh Binh is renowned as the largest natural bird sanctuary in northern Vietnam, home to around 5,000 nests and over 46 different bird species.

Located in Thung Nham, Hang But (Buddha) features a rare stalactite resembling a meditating Buddha, captivating local legends and modern-day visitors alike.

Hanh Thien village is home to over 200 doctors of literature and centuries-old houses that preserve the soul of a land rooted in academic excellence.

An American visitor found a Ninh Binh specialty not only flavorful but appealing as well because of its crunchy, chewy ingredient, the gao fruit.

Visitors to Vai Gioi cave in Ninh Binh ascend nearly 450 steps to reach a natural marvel shaped over a thousand years.

Top directors, actors, and producers from India’s Bollywood industry were charmed by the blooming pink water lilies along the Ngo Dong River in Ninh Binh, Vietnam.