Thung Nai is a commune in Cao Phong district, being nearly 25 kilometers from Hoa Binh city. In recent years, It has been a new tourist destination in the northern Vietnam.
According to local people, formerly, there were a lot of deers living here so they call the valley Thung Nai. “Thung” is the valley and “Nai” is deer. Therefore, Thung Nai means the valley of deers.
Nowadays, there is no deer roaming around streams, or hillside. However, it still captivates people by its pristine beauty and fresh atmosphere.
In the 1980s when Da River hydropower plant was constructed, Thung Nai has become a huge lake containing water serving for the operation of this hydropower plant. All initial surrounding high mountains become floating green islands and create poetic and magnificent scenery which can enchant any tourist. Therefore, Thung Nai is called “the second Ha Long Bay on land” in the Northern Vietnam.
Thung Nai impresses anyone who sees it from the very first time with the harmonious combination of mountains, lakes and charming houses nestled in between the high hills.
It is said that the best time to visit Thung Nai in the autumn, when the water level reaches the highest and the valley is filled with the romantic lake water.
To go to Thung Nai, you have to leave your car or motorbike at Binh Thanh pier (Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh)
From here, you have the only choice of vehicle to travel around Da River in Thung Nai - that is motor boat
Charming landscapes
Waking up in the morning, tourists can refresh themselves by breathing
the fresh air and enjoying the natural beauty in early morning
Staying in the Windmill, tourists will be served local specialties like grilled Muong pork,
smoked or grilled Da River fish, or fish sour soup, and straw wine
Trach stream
Swimming in Thung Nai lake
Sunset at Thung Nai
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