Attractions & Things To See In Vinh

The city of Vinh in Vietnam is surrounded by a number of notable elements, which include Song Lam River that pierces the city with its vibrant light blue water; Ho Chi Minh Square and Phuong Hoang Trung Do (Phoenix Capital with Quang Trung King Temple); Dung Quyet Mountain with stunningly beautiful and amazing landscape of the Lam River; Hong Linh Mountain Rank, East Sea, and all of Vinh City. Kim Lien, President Ho Chi Minh’s hometown is 10 kilometers to the west of Vinh in Nam Dan district. It is located 120 kilometers from Vinh. Pù Mát National Park is one of the largest preserved areas in Vietnam. English or Vietnamese guided tours to Pu Mat are provided by a local tour company, which also offers trips to Khe Kem Waterfall, Giang River boat trip, Pha Lai Dam and “Sang Le” Forest.

Citadel. The citadel now stands as only moat with three entrances; both can be checked out at D Dao Tan where there are also some good places for snacking and drinking that open up at night.
Cua Lo Beach. Cua Lo beach stretches twenty kilometers outside Vinh City and is flanked by hotels on one side while seafood restaurants occupy the other. It serves mainly locals during holidays but otherwise remains quite deserted throughout winter months giving you a chance to enjoy all it alone.Between them are Hon Ngu island 4km offshore, made up of two islands standing at 133m above sea level (the big one) and 88m (the little one). Bus number 1 departs hourly from Vinh (15k VD December ‘12). In peak season their frequency increases.Tourists can visit this island which lies four kilometers offshore – an archipelago comprising two separate rock formations reaching heights of 133 meters above sea level and 88 meters respectively.
Dung Quyet Mountain – Dung Quyet mountain is the principal path, some five kilometers from Vinh city center, and that can be reached by motorbike or bicycle for skilled riders. If you start at the bottom and walk to the top, it takes slightly over 400 steps. At its summit lies King’s tomb of Quang Trung as well as other cafes, restaurants, even hotels! Through mist you can see magnificent scenery of Lam River below offering a tranquil alternative to life in the city which attracts both residents and tourists alike with its splendid views. A weekend favorite accessible by bike or motorcycle.
Pu Mat National Park – This national park is part of Western Nghe An Biosphere Reserve and three hours away from Vinh city by bus. The area covered is huge and highly protected being among Vietnam’s most important places for wildlife preservation.Therefore remember too when you come here to enjoy any moments with these lovely peoples who live on this fertile land; eat anything served on your plate; walk in silence; face a scary animal at close view knowing there won’t be any harm but only fascination with animals; watch some of the most beautiful sceneries around you that deserve picture taking but leave them behind just in your mind.
President Ho Chi Minh’s House – In 1890 Ho Chi Minh was born in a house made of bamboo and palm leaves (now repaired) in Hoang Tru village located fourteen kilometers west of Vinh. This house and a museum nearby dedicated to President Ho’s foreign trips are open all year round to visitors.
Huong Tich Pagoda – According to the story, at some point during the 13th century, it was constructed like a royal getaway and after being razed by fire in the following 500 years. For individuals that visit this area, a restored Buddhist temple is definitely worth seeing. Its serene location makes it an ideal site for experiencing Vinh’s spiritualism and historical cultural artifacts.
Xo Viet Nghe Tinh Museum – This museum is dedicated to remembering the Vietnamese struggle against French colonialists and is located on the site of a prison where thousands of Vietnamese soldiers were kept from 1929 to 1937. The museum displays images and objects such as weapons and personal belongings that help visitors comprehend the insurrection through the eyes of ordinary Vietnamese people. There is also a monument commemorating Ho Chi Minh’s homecoming to his native land as well as Ngh An Provincial Museum situated on this place.
Vinh Market – There are plenty of special boutiques and family shops all over Vinh if you keep your eyes open but none can rival Vinh Market for size. Standing under Hong Son Temple, whose relics surround it, there stretches out before one’s gaze Vinh Market. “Wholesale” products, fresh foods or meats attract smaller merchants who travel from different districts within their province to Vinh Market. This means that guests get to enjoy genuine Vietnamese shopping at its finest here.