About Khuoi Ky Stone Village
Khuoi Ky Stone Village is a traditional Tay ethnic village in Dam Thuy Commune, Trung Khanh District, Cao Bang Province, near Ban Gioc Waterfall. Notable for its 14 well-preserved stilt houses built entirely of stone dating back about 400 years, the village is recognized as a national heritage site. Set against limestone karst mountains and valleys, it preserves unique architecture, cultural traditions, and offers homestay experiences for visitors exploring northern Vietnam.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, inhabited village with 14 traditional stilt houses built from stone blocks with yin-yang tiled roofs, set on stone foundations along paved stone alleys. The setting is surrounded by limestone karst peaks and rice fields. Visitors can walk through the village lanes, observe stone house architecture, see daily life of the Tay ethnic group, visit homestays, and experience local crafts and cuisine. The village is compact and explored on foot.
Key highlights
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14 traditional Tay stilt houses built entirely of stone, preserved for about 400 years
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Unique stone architecture with stone walls, stone fences and yin-yang roof tiles
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Traditional Tay ethnic culture and lifestyle preserved in a living village
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Scenic setting among limestone karst mountains near Ban Gioc Waterfall
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Community-based homestay experience in heritage houses
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Recognized as a national cultural heritage site in Cao Bang
History of Khuoi Ky Stone Village
The village was established about 400 years ago, dating to the late 16th century during the Mac Dynasty period. The Tay people built houses entirely of stone for defensive purposes and durability, using stone blocks for walls, foundations and fences. The 14 remaining houses have been preserved and the village has been recognized as a national heritage relic for its historic architecture.
Culture & Context
The village is a cultural center of the Tay ethnic group in Cao Bang, preserving traditional stone stilt house architecture, folk customs, language and lifestyle. It represents the Tay tradition of building with local stone and living in harmony with the karst landscape, and is maintained as a community-based tourism village showcasing local crafts, cuisine and hospitality.