Nguom Ngao Cave, Natural limestone cave in Trùng Khánh, Vietnam.
Nguom Ngao is a natural limestone cave in Trùng Khánh with three entrances and chambers reaching heights of 60 meters. The complex contains mineral formations throughout its underground passages and extends over a substantial length.
Local residents discovered the cave in 1921, but the public could only visit from 2006 onward after pathways were constructed. This opening to visitors made the underground system accessible for the first time to the wider population.
The name comes from the Tay ethnic minority language and references old stories about tigers sheltering in the cave. These tales remain part of local memory and shape how people understand the place today.
Bring a flashlight and warm clothing for the one-hour exploration, as the electrical lighting system is still being developed. Temperatures inside remain cool regardless of the season outside.
The stone formations resemble natural objects like boats, forests, rice terraces, and animals in surprisingly convincing ways. Visitors discover these shapes while moving through the chambers and find themselves creating their own interpretations.
Location: Trùng Khánh
GPS coordinates: 22.84567,106.70570
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:42
Vietnam extends more than 1,000 miles (1,600 kilometers) from mountain regions in the north to the Mekong Delta in the south, offering travelers a wide range of natural and historical sites beyond urban centers. The country includes Buddhist temples like Bai Dinh and Thien Mu Pagoda, cave systems such as Son Doong and Hang En, and rice terraces at Y Ty and Hoang Su Phi. Geographic features span from limestone formations in Ninh Binh to coastal areas at Phu Quoc and Ly Son islands, and waterfalls at Ban Gioc along the Chinese border. Historical sites document different periods of Vietnamese history. The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi preserves royal palace remains, while Po Nagar Cham Towers in Nha Trang date to the 7th century. My Son Sanctuary in Quang Nam holds temple ruins from the Champa civilization, and Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City served as an underground network during the Vietnam War. The Mekong Delta in the south consists of waterways, floating markets and traditional villages, while Mui Ne sand dunes and Lang Co Beach present different coastal landscapes.
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