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Marble Mountains, Mountain complex in Ngu Hanh Son District, Vietnam.

Five limestone peaks rise from the coastal plain, containing numerous caves, tunnels, pagodas, and religious sanctuaries within their formations.

The mountains functioned as a concealed hospital site for Vietcong forces during the Vietnam War, despite being near an American military facility.

Each mountain bears the name of an essential element in Eastern philosophy: metal, water, wood, fire, and earth, reflecting Vietnamese traditional beliefs.

Visitors can access the site through two entrance gates, with an elevator available at gate 2 to bypass the 156-step climb.

The Huyen Khong cave features natural openings in its ceiling, allowing sunlight to illuminate Buddhist statues and altar spaces below.

GPS coordinates: 16.00000,108.26000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:06

Southeast asia natural and cultural destinations

Southeast Asia contains geological formations, coral reefs and ancient temples. The destinations include Lake Toba volcanic lake in Indonesia, Wat Rong Khun Buddhist temple in Thailand and the historical city of Luang Prabang in Laos. The region contains the Banaue Rice Terraces, Komodo National Park and Belitung Island.

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