According to legend, Tien Dung is the only princess of King Dinh Tien Hoang, who was loved and pampered. Tien Dung fell in love with An Tiem, a prisoner of the Tong family, who was pardoned by King Dinh and adopted. However, not wanting to hurt her father, Tien Dung ran away with An Tiem into the deep forest.
In their journey to explore new lands, Tien Dung and An Tiem found a large cave with a clear blue lake, where they chose to stay and live. They planted trees, raised animals, and lived happily. One day, An Tiem went hunting and accidentally discovered a new land on Nam Hai island. An Tiem decided to take Tien Dung and their son there to explore and build a new civilization. They became the ancestors of the Vietnamese in the South.
Today, An Tiem Cave is an attractive tourist destination, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists. Here, visitors can not only admire the majestic natural scenery but also learn about the heroic history, unique culture, and enjoy the delicious specialties of this land.
An Tiem Cave has the shape of a cave, surrounded by high cliffs. Inside the cave is a clear blue lake, called Tien Dung Lake. This lake originates from an underground stream, which is drinkable. Next to the lake is a stone altar, worshiping Tien Dung and An Tiem. Inside the cave, there are some other caves that you can enter to explore.
An Tiem Cave is not only a historical relic but also an attractive tourist destination, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists. Here, visitors can combine visiting other famous places in Ninh Binh. An Tiem Cave is a must-visit destination when traveling to Ninh Binh, to enjoy a meaningful and interesting trip.
