Mount Woman with Child
Hòn Vọng Phu
Mount Woman with Child
Hòn Vọng Phu
A unique rock formation that has become a symbol of fidelity and devotion in Vietnamese culture.
Thanh Hóa
Mountain
Hiking
Hòn Vọng Phu is a natural monument about 20 meters high, located at the top of Mount Nhồi in Thanh Hóa City. The rock is notable for its natural shape, resembling a woman with a child looking toward the sea, waiting for her husband to return from war. This place is recognized as a national cultural and historical heritage site and preserves a deep legend about the purity of Vietnamese feelings.
- Visit duration
1–2 hours
- Average budget
from $5
- Admission
Free
- Current
26 °C, clear
- Best months
Oct – Apr
- Local language
Vietnamese
What you need to know
Hòn Vọng Phu is located just 3 km southwest of the center of Thanh Hóa City. The rock is an important cultural symbol, officially granted national monument status in 1992. According to legend, the rock's image is the embodiment of a woman who turned to stone due to her loyalty and endless waiting.
The path to the top of Mount Nhồi goes through hundreds of stone steps and takes about 20 minutes at a leisurely pace. Near the natural formation is a complex of attractions, including the Thánh Sơn Temple and other shrines.
Important: In June 2022, the monument was damaged by a thunderstorm: a landslide occurred and the rock tilted by 10-15 degrees. In August 2025, the provincial government allocated 13.6 billion VND for the restoration and strengthening of the site, so access to the summit may be temporarily restricted for safety reasons.
It is recommended to visit during the dry season, when weather conditions are most favorable for hiking up the steps.
On site
- Getting there
Taxi or motorbike from central Thanh Hóa
- Accommodation
Hotels in Thanh Hóa City
- On site
Hiking ascent
- Cash
Recommended for offerings at temples
- Connectivity
Stable 4G
- With children
Climbing is possible