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Ngang Pass is a part of the Hoanh Son mountain range and serves as the border between Ha Tinh and Quang Binh provinces. The pass stretches over 6 kilometers, rising 250 meters above sea level. Ngang Pass winding road is always ready to challenge any driver.
A road on Ngang Pass
Due to the special terrain, Ngang Pass has always been a strategic stronghold on the North-South highway. This place has witnessed many important events in Vietnamese history. Therefore, Ngang Pass has been a source of inspiration for many writers and poets for hundreds of years.
In modern times, this place has become an attractive destination for young people to explore. Everyone wants to try conquering the winding road along the mountainside. From Ngang Pass, visitors can admire the lyrical scenery with overlapping mountain ranges stretching out into the distance. Let's take a journey through Ngang Pass with Asia King Travel.
In history, Ngang Pass was the site of numerous battles between Dai Viet and Champa. In 1558, Lord Nguyen Hoang, heeding the prophecy of Scholar Nguyen Binh Khiem. He crossed the Hoanh Son mountain range to govern Thuan Hoa (Quang Binh to Quang Nam), expanding the territory to the South.
In the 14th year of Minh Mang's reign (1833), the king ordered the construction of Hoanh Son Quan on the peak of Ngang Pass, along with many other structures, as a symbol of the gateway to the capital.
An old image of Ngang Pass
During the Vietnam War, Ngang Pass was a key target for fierce attacks by the South Vietnamese government. Young volunteers and engineering corps of North Vietnam tenaciously held their ground day and night to keep the transportation routes open.
Ngang Pass separates Ky Anh Town, Ha Tinh Province and Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province. The pass is more than 400 kilometers from Hanoi, so traveling there in a day can be a bit tiring. The North-South railway does not pass through Ngang Pass, so the only way to reach is by road.
The pass is on National Highway 1A, so you just need to follow the highway to get there. Although the journey is long and difficult, you will be rewarded with magnificent views from the pass.
Ngang Pass Road Tunnel on National Highway 1A
Today, a modern tunnel nearly 500 meters long has been built through the pass. However, many people still prefer to travel over the pass. Passing over the pass is a way to enjoy the openness of nature, something that the tunnel, despite shortening travel time and being seemingly safer, cannot have.
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Ngang Pass, you can see a vast landscape with rolling hills and mountains stretching endlessly. In the distance, the sea reveals Hon La Bay, a famous ecotourism destination. Cool atmosphere with a gentle breeze relaxing you and all your worries disappear.
The curving road challenges every driver
Looming at the foot of the pass are houses and streams flowing through forests. Following a small trail to the right of the mountainside, visitors will encounter the Hoanh Son Gate relic amidst a pine forest.
In terms of steepness, Ngang Pass is not a road that can make people turn pale. But in terms of scenery, this pass has become a great source of inspiration for many artists from the past to the present.
The view from Ngang Pass
Even the most hardened soul would be moved when through the pass. It is a mountain pass like any other across Vietnam, but it is not easy to explain clearly why Ngang Pass is so romantically appealing.
King Minh Mang ordered the construction of Hoanh Son Gate in 1833. People often call Hoanh Son Gate the "gate to heaven" as it is the highest point in this region, making it seem like you can touch the clouds. This relic stands over 4 meters tall, 30 meters long on both sides. It was built of brick and mortar and remains relatively intact.
General Vo Nguyen Giap Mausoleum is a famous tourist destination in Quang Binh that you should not miss. An impressive feature of this place is the 103 apricot blossom trees, 103 bauhinia trees, and 103 wooden steps symbolizing the age of the great General.
The view of Yen Island from General Vo Nguyen Giap Mausoleum
At the foot of Ngang Pass, Mother Lieu Hanh Temple is one of the most famous temples in Quang Binh province. As its name suggests, the temple is dedicated to Mother Lieu Hanh, one of the four "Immortal" saints highly revered by the Vietnamese people. Behind the temple's history lies a fascinating and mysterious legend.
The beauty of nature combined with historical stories, makes Ngang Pass urging everyone to explore. From this advantage, the pass is expected to attract even more tourists in the future. Contact Asia King Travel to plan a journey for your lifetime.
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