The recognition marks a major milestone for Ninh Binh, underscoring its push to bolster global tourism profile, weave sustainable development with a deepening engagement in the international travel ecosystem.

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A boat on the Ngo Dong River in Ninh Binh province

The Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site, secured the “Best of the Best” designation, TripAdvisor’s highest accolade, handed out to just the top 1% of global destinations. This recognition reflects Trang An’s strong track record of heritage management, conservation, and savvy promotion, cementing Ninh Binh’s standing on the global tourism map.

Tam Coc - Bich Dong and Bai Dinh Pagoda, meanwhile, earned spots among the “Travelers’ Choice Outstanding Destinations 2025,” a distinction that places them within the top 10% of the world’s most sought-after attractions.

Ninh Binh has been a magnet for travelers, pulling in 16.8 million visitors in the first nine months of this year, a 27.9% jump annually, and raking in nearly 17.9 trillion VND (688 million USD) in revenue.

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A view of Bai Dinh Pagoda

Buoyed by these achievements and global recognition, Ninh Binh is flexing as a go-to hub for heritage, eco, cultural, and religious tourism in Southeast Asia. The province aims for 30 million visitors by 2030, including at least 5 million foreigners. In this pursuit, Ninh Binh is not merely chasing numbers but striving to etch its name among the world’s top destinations.

Source: VNA