22 places to discover
A Sao Temple is a historic temple complex in An Thai Commune, Quynh Phu District, Hung Yen Province (formerly Thai Binh). Dedicated to national hero Tran Hung Dao (Tran Quoc Tuan), it stands on the former A Sao military base of the Tran Dynasty in the 13th century. Recognized as a National Historical and Cultural Relic, it is notable for its traditional architecture, riverside setting, and annual festival honoring Tran Hung Dao.
Bach Thuan Garden Village is a traditional horticultural village in Bach Thuan Commune, Vu Thu District, Hung Yen Province (formerly Thai Binh Province), located on alluvial land along the Red River about 10 km from Thai Binh city. Established over a century ago, it is notable for extensive ornamental plant, bonsai, and flower cultivation, with thousands of households growing diverse species and preserving a long-standing craft village tradition.
Chuong Pagoda, also known as Kim Chung Tu, is a historic Buddhist pagoda located in Hien Nam Ward, Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. Situated within the ancient Pho Hien relic complex, it is renowned for its well-preserved Later Le dynasty architecture, ancient stone stele, bronze bell, and collection of Buddhist statues. The pagoda remains an active place of worship and a significant cultural landmark illustrating northern Vietnamese Buddhist heritage.
Con Vanh Ecotourism Area is a coastal ecotourism site at the Ba Lat estuary where the Red River meets the Gulf of Tonkin, in Nam Phu Commune, Tien Hai District, Hung Yen Province (formerly Thai Binh Province). It features a 3 km long sandy-muddy beach backed by mangrove forests, tidal flats and casuarina groves within the Red River Biosphere Reserve. Notable for its wild, undeveloped landscape, migratory bird habitat and fresh seafood, it is a popular nature getaway from Thai Binh city.
Da Hoa Temple (Den Da Hoa) is a historic folk temple located in Binh Minh Commune, Khoai Chau District, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam, on the bank of the Red River. Dedicated to Chu Dong Tu, one of Vietnam's Four Immortals, and his wife Princess Tien Dung, it is part of the Chu Dong Tu - Tien Dung temple complex. Recognized as a National Historical and Cultural Relic, it is notable for its traditional architecture, riverside setting, and annual spring festival.
Da Trach Temple is a historic folk temple located in Da Trach Commune, Khoai Chau District, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. Dedicated to Chu Dong Tu, one of Vietnam's Four Immortals, and his wife Princess Tien Dung, it marks the legendary marsh where they lived. The temple features traditional Vietnamese architecture with courtyards and worship halls and is known for its annual spring festival preserving local folk beliefs and cultural heritage.
Dong Chau Beach is a 5-kilometer coastal beach in Dong Minh Commune, Tien Hai District, Thai Binh, Hung Yen Province, northern Vietnam, facing the Gulf of Tonkin. Known for its flat sandy-muddy shoreline, extensive clam and aquaculture fields, and nearby wind power turbines, it serves as a quiet local seaside destination. The beach is valued for seafood, fishing village scenery, and proximity to Con Vanh and Con Den beaches rather than clear-water swimming.
Dong Tao Village in Dong Tao Commune, Khoai Chau District, Hung Yen Province, is a traditional agricultural village famous as the origin of the rare Dong Tao chicken, also called Dragon Chicken. Located about 30 km southeast of Hanoi in the Red River Delta, the village is known for preserving this ancient breed distinguished by its thick, scaly legs. It offers visitors insight into rural Vietnamese farming heritage and specialty poultry breeding.
Dong Xam Silver Carving Village is a traditional craft village located in Hong Thai Commune, Kien Xuong District, Thai Binh, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. Established in the 17th century, it is renowned for intricate silver carving techniques passed down through generations. Recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, the village is notable for its skilled artisans, historic communal house and temple dedicated to founder Nguyen Kim Lau, and fine silver jewelry and ritual objects.
Hien Pagoda (Chua Hien) is a historic Buddhist pagoda located in Hien Nam Ward, Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam, within the Pho Hien relic complex. Originally built during the Tran dynasty and restored in the 17th-18th centuries, it is recognized as a National Historical Relic. The pagoda is notable for its traditional Vietnamese architecture, ancient stone stele from 1709, large Buddha statues, and tranquil garden setting along the Red River area.
Keo Pagoda (Chua Keo) is an ancient Buddhist pagoda located in Duy Nhat Commune, Vu Thu District, Thai Binh, now part of Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. First built in 1061 and reconstructed in 1632 after a flood, it is regarded as one of Vietnam's most intact ancient pagodas. Renowned for its Le dynasty wooden architecture, intricate carvings, and Giong Bell Tower, it is designated a National Special Relic and major pilgrimage site.
Mau Temple (Den Mau) is a historic Mother Goddess temple located in Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, within the ancient Pho Hien relic complex. Dedicated to Mother Goddess Lieu Hanh, one of Vietnam's Four Immortals, it is a nationally recognized historical and cultural relic. The temple features traditional Vietnamese architecture, ornate altars, and a tranquil lake setting, serving as an important center for folk belief and annual festival activities.
May Temple is a historic temple located in Lam Son Ward, Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. Situated within the Pho Hien cultural-historical area, the temple is dedicated to local folk beliefs and serves as a community spiritual site. Known for its traditional Vietnamese architectural features, preserved relics, and tranquil courtyard, it reflects the religious heritage of the Red River Delta and attracts visitors interested in local history, architecture, and cultural practices.
Nom Village (Lang Nom) is a preserved ancient village in Dai Dong Commune, Van Lam District, Hung Yen Province, about 30 km east of Hanoi. It is notable for retaining the traditional layout of a northern Red River Delta village, with its ancient gate, lotus ponds, centuries-old houses, nine-span stone bridge and the historic Nom Pagoda. The village is recognized as a rare intact example of traditional Vietnamese rural architecture and community planning.
The Old Church of Hien Town is a historic Catholic church located in the Pho Hien Ancient Town area of Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province. Situated about 60 km southeast of Hanoi, it is part of the Pho Hien cultural and historical relic complex. The church is noted for its French colonial-era architecture and its association with the Catholic community that developed in Pho Hien during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
The Pho Hien Relic Complex is a National Special Relic located in Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, along the Red River. It comprises over 20 preserved monuments including pagodas, temples, communal houses and ancient streets that remain from Pho Hien, a flourishing 16th-17th century trading port. Notable for its blend of Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese architectural influences, the complex reflects the area's former importance as a major commercial and cultural center second only to Thang Long.
Thai Binh Museum is the provincial museum of former Thai Binh Province, now part of Hung Yen Province, located at 6 Ly Thuong Kiet Street in Thai Binh City. Established in 1965, it preserves and displays the natural history, archaeology, ethnography and revolutionary history of the Thai Binh region. The museum is notable for its extensive collection of artifacts, documents and outdoor exhibits of wartime relics.
Thien Hau Temple is a historic Chinese temple located in Hien Nam Ward, Hung Yen City, within the ancient Pho Hien trading port area of Hung Yen Province. Dedicated to Thien Hau Thanh Mau (Mazu), the sea goddess worshipped by Chinese and Vietnamese communities, it was built by Chinese immigrants in the 17th century. The temple is notable for its preserved Chinese architectural style, intricate wood carvings, and status as a national historic relic in the Pho Hien relic complex.
Tien La Temple is a historic temple complex located in Doan Hung Commune, Hung Ha District, Hung Yen Province (formerly Thai Binh Province), Vietnam. Dedicated to General Vu Thi Thuc, a female commander under the Trung Sisters in 40 AD, it is recognized as a National Historical and Cultural Relic. The temple is notable for its traditional Vietnamese architecture, annual spring festival, and significance as a center of worship for the Bat Nan General.
Tran Temple (Pho Hien) is a historic temple in Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, dedicated to General Tran Hung Dao (Tran Quoc Tuan) of the Tran Dynasty. Located in the Pho Hien relic complex, a former 16th-17th century trading port, it is a significant place of worship and commemoration. The temple features traditional Vietnamese architecture, courtyards and altars honoring the national hero and is a focal point of the annual spring festival.
Tran Temple (Thai Binh) is a historic temple complex in Tien Duc Commune, Hung Ha District, Hung Yen Province (formerly Thai Binh Province), dedicated to the emperors and founders of the Tran Dynasty (1225-1400). Built on the former Tran royal estate, it comprises temples honoring Tran Thai Tong, Tran Thanh Tong, Tran Nhan Tong and hero Tran Hung Dao. Recognized as a National Special Relic, it is noted for traditional Vietnamese architecture, preserved relics and its major spring festival.
Xich Dang Temple of Literature is a historic Confucian temple located in Lam Son Ward, Hung Yen City, Hung Yen Province, Vietnam. Built in 1832 during the Nguyen Dynasty under Emperor Minh Mang, it is one of the oldest surviving Van Mieu in Vietnam after the Temple of Literature in Hanoi. The complex honors Confucius, Chu Van An and distinguished local scholars, featuring traditional Vietnamese architecture, courtyards, stone steles and worship halls.