Am Phu Cave is located on the foot of Thuy Son mountain, is one of the most unique destinations in the Marble Mountains in Danang. Traveling to this place, tourists will get to experience a journey of Vietnamese spiritual beliefs through heaven and hell. 

Am Phu Cave overview

Location: Thuy Son island, Ngu Hanh Son, Danang city

Opening hours: 7:00 am to 5:00 pm

Entrance fee: 

• 40.000 VND/person for  Marble Mountains
• 15,000 VND/ride for Elevator ticket and 
• 20.000 VND/person for Am Phu Cave

Am Phu Cave is situated in the Marble Mountains which is the most unique spiritual place in Danang. This cave has a capacity of several vivids, depicting the concept of hell and heaven in the Buddhist. Tourists can explore Am Phu Cave by the way of climbing ascent to a viewpoint, making it a powerful experience. 

This cave originated in the early 19th century under the reign of King Minh Mang. The name " Am Phu cave" consists of the journey to Thuy Son of the King, he noticed the eerie atmosphere of the cave. So, the King decided to put the name of Am Phu following the Yin-Yang philosophy.

Am Phu Cave, Danang

Thuy Son represents the road to the skies and Am Phu Cave holds the gateway to the underworld. The legend said that when the king's guards came to the dard, the torches were blown away by a mysterious breeze.

After that, the king took a pomelo marked with the name, thrown into the cave. However, a local man found it in the sea, meaning the cave was connected to the ocean. 

How to get to Am Phu Cave?

Am Phu Cave is about 9km southeast of Danang city. So, you can easily approach this cave. You only take approximately 15 minutes to get to the cave by car. Starting from Dragon Bridge, you follow Bach Dang street, driving to Le Van Hien street and straight to the Marble Mountains. 

If you need a safe and comfortable car, contact us to book a private car with a driver. We offer a range of cars from economic to luxury vehicles. 

Unique points of Am Phu Cave

Visiting Am Phu Cave, you will have a memorable experience. Admire the stunning rock formations to the pathways to heaven and hell. 

Explore the beauty of the cave

Entering into the cave, tourists feel as if they are lost in another space. Going through a shadowy corridor, opening up to a towering chamber. You can see a little bit of natural skylight through the cracks from the cave reaching heights of 45-50m. The average temperature is only 18-20°C due to its dry and cool year round. 

There are several chambers in Am Phu cave. Each chamber has unique rock formations, showing animals, gods and mythical creatures. 

The further you go, the wider the cave. You will see the path to hell with japped steps and tight corners on the right lies and the path to heaven with a narrow tunnel leading back into light on the heaven. 

Besides, you may see the Linh Ung pagoda and Tam Thai pagoda if you stand from this vantage point. 

The story and lesson about good and evil

Am Phu cave is a well-known lesson on good and evil. Travelers can see statues and altars throughout the cave, telling Buddhist teachings such as karma, sin, and redemption. You also admire the “Nine Levels of Hell”, describing the punishments for various sins after people died. 

The scenes of imprisonment instilled fear in many at the Am Phu cave

The journey starts from the Bridge of Life, surrounded by fearsome stone guards. Stepping more , the encounter courts of judgment to the torment scenes and enlightenment. You will see the natural light, symbolizing rebirth and the triumph of justice at the end of the path. 

Tips for visiting Am Phu Cave

• Should wear shoes to climb steep steps and uneven pathways easily. 
• Remember to bring the flashlight 
• Ensure the full charge of phone to use phone light
• Before setting off, here are a few tips to make your Am Phu Cave tour smoother:
• Don't come to Am Phu cave on the rainy days
• Be careful when you come to the narrow and steep pathways. 
• Dress modestly and politely.
• Buy a ticket at Marble Mountains entrance. 
• Bring Am Phu cave at the entrance or ask the staff about the road to this cave. 

Am Phu cave is an interesting journey, combining stunning natural scenery and  a profound spiritual lesson. Tourists face powerful themes of morality and consequence through impressive rock formations. 

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