Who Discovered Paradise Cave in Quang Binh?

In 2005, Mr. Ho Khanh – a local logger from Son Trach Commune, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh, accidentally discovered the cave entrance while searching for agarwood in the forest and seeking shelter from the rain. At that time, he only knew it was a large cave with cool wind blowing out of the entrance, but he did not explore deep inside.

Mr. Ho Khanh is also the person who discovered many other famous caves in Quang Binh, including Son Doong Cave – the largest cave in the world. After meeting the expedition team from the British Cave Research Association (BCRA) in the following years, he led them to the cave entrance. From here, the true story of exploration began, transforming Paradise Cave from an unknown cave into a world-renowned wonder.

From 2005 to 2010, the British Cave Research Association expedition team conducted detailed surveys. In 2010, they announced an unexpected result: Paradise Cave is more than 31.4 km long, making it the longest dry cave in Asia at that time.

On September 3, 2010, Paradise Cave officially opened to tourists. After just over a decade, it has attracted millions of domestic and international tourists, becoming one of the must-visit destinations when coming to Quang Binh.

The British Cave Research Association played the most crucial role in researching and introducing Paradise Cave to the world. Under the leadership of experts like Howard Limbert and Deb Limbert, the team:

• Surveyed the entire cave system.
• Accurately measured the length, height, and geological structure.
• Detailed and documented the unique stalactite and stalagmite system.
• Proposed strict conservation measures.

Thanks to their efforts, Paradise Cave is not only recognized for its beauty but has also become a valuable scientific research model for karst geology. In 2019, this cave was also established by the Asian Record Union as the record holder for the 'Cave with the most unique and magnificent stalactite and stalagmite system in Asia'.

Quang Binh is known as the "kingdom of caves" with hundreds of large and small caves, but Paradise Cave still stands out on its own:

• Longest dry cave in Asia: 31.4 km (the section open to tourists is only 1 km or 4 km depending on the tour).
• Magnificent stalactite system: Stalactites of diverse shapes, sparkling under the lights like a palace, completely different from river caves like Phong Nha Cave.
• More accessible than Son Doong: Does not require high physical fitness or a huge budget like Son Doong tours (which are only for small groups and at high prices).
• Immense space: In some places, it is up to 150 m wide and over 100 m high, creating an overwhelming sensation.

Compared to Son Doong Cave (the largest in the world with an internal primeval forest and underground river), Paradise Cave possesses the delicate, sparkling beauty of stalactites like a true "paradise"

The discovery of Paradise Cave opened the door to exploring one of the most beautiful caves in Asia, attracting many tourists and researchers. Today, Paradise Cave is not only an attractive destination but also a testament to the miraculous nature of Quang Binh. If you love adventure travel, please contact Sovaba Travel to get the most professional and safest Paradise Cave tour. Contact us today!