Tran Hung Dao Forest Historical Site
Khu di tích Rừng Trần Hưng Đạo
A memorial site in the forest where the Vietnam Liberation Army Propaganda Unit was founded in 1944, the birthplace of the Vietnam People's Army.
The Tran Hung Dao Forest Historical Site lies in the former Nguyen Binh district. In December 1944, Vo Nguyen Giap founded the 'Vietnam Liberation Army Propaganda Unit' in this forest, the forerunner of the Vietnam People's Army. The site has a monument, the spot where the unit was founded and an exhibition hall, and quiet paths wind through the trees. Vietnamese visitors and military history enthusiasts visit often, while few foreign tourists come. Entry is free. It is about 50 kilometres from Cao Bang city and can be arranged on the same route as Phia Oac Mountain.
Opening hours
Approx. 07:30–17:00
Nearby sights
- Phia Oac – Phia Den National Park
- Thang Hen Lake
- Ma Phuc Pass
- Mat Than Mountain (Pierced Mountain)
- Phja Thap Incense Village
- Phuc Sen Blacksmith Village
- Pac Bo Historical Site
- Phong Nam Valley