Nestled in a rocky cliff in Thanh Hoa, Vom Pagoda features a unique 6-meter stone Buddha statue.

Locals catch this strange mollusk at night-it’s ugly but tasty, and easy to prepare into crispy seafood dishes.

Chua Nan in Thanh Hoa blends spiritual peace with patriotic reverence.

The Lam Kinh central palace in Thanh Hoa, fully restored with gold-plated interiors, attracts large crowds each year seeking cultural and spiritual connection to Vietnam’s imperial past.

Kho Muong’s homestays and native charm create a sustainable tourism model in Thanh Hoa’s highlands.

Long Cam Pagoda, located in Trang Cac village, Ha Trung town (Thanh Hoa province), was built during the reign of King Ly Thai To. Over a thousand years later, the pagoda still preserves many valuable historical and architectural relics.

Just 180km from Hanoi, Hieu waterfall lures travelers with pristine pools and savory specialties like roasted Co Lung duck.

Visitors are drawn to Pu Luong’s pristine beauty and highland culture in mid-May.

Cao Temple, located in Ha Linh town (Ha Trung district, Thanh Hoa province), has recently undergone restoration. Its most striking feature is a 31-meter-tall statue of Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva with four faces.

But Pagoda in Hoang Hoa, Thanh Hoa, captivates visitors with its unique blend of Buddhist and coastal worship traditions.

Discover buffalo skin taro soup, a traditional delicacy of the Thai ethnic people in Thanh Hoa. Slow-cooked for hours, this rich and velvety dish is a staple of local cuisine.

The Chuong Market Festival, a centuries-old New Year tradition in Thanh Hoa where participants hurl tomatoes and eggs at each other for good luck, has been nominated for recognition as a national intangible cultural heritage.