Dien Bien

Dien Bien Province, with a name meaning 'stable frontier,' has a rich history dating back to the 9th century. It boasts natural wonders like the stunning Pa Thom Cave and historical sites such as Dien Bien Phu Vestige.

This province's landscape features a tapestry of mountains, forests, plains, and valleys, with Muong Thanh Valley being the largest area. Here, you can witness the daily life of the local ethnic communities as they head to markets in the early morning and return to their villages.

Notable attractions include Ban Phu Citadel, a historical site with roots in the Le Dynasty, and the enchanting Pa Thom Cave, known as 'a cave full of fairies' by locals. Dien Bien is also celebrated for its historic vestiges from the famous Dien Bien Phu campaign against the French, including the well-preserved underground hideout of General De Castries and the Dien Bien Phu History Museum.

The region's culinary specialties, such as caterpillar fungus wine (ruou sau chit), bee wine, dried buffalo meat, and a variety of unique rice dishes, are sure to delight even the most discerning travelers.