Tourist destination
Sword Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake is located in the center of the capital, surrounded by 3 streets: Hang Khay - Le Thai To - Dinh Tien Hoang. Previously, the lake also had a number of other names such as Luc Thuy Lake (green lake) or Thuy Quan Lake (because the lake used to be a place to train naval soldiers to fight). In the 15th century, the lake was renamed Hoan Kiem Lake (returning the sword), associated with the story of returning the precious sword to the golden turtle of King Le Thai To. Hoan Kiem Lake is a gathering place, an ideal meeting point for four seasons: Brilliant in peach colors and traditional festivals in spring; The wind blows away the sultry heat of summer; Fall in love with the weeping willow branches in the magical mist of autumn; Gorgeous in the rain of yellow leaves and drizzling raindrops of winter. Not only is it a beautiful landscape that tourists cannot miss in the list of Hanoi tourist destinations, but it is also a place associated with the capital's historical and spiritual traditions. Hoan Kiem Lake has two floating islands: Ngoc Island is located in the north of the lake, with a curved The Huc bridge connecting to the island. In the middle of the lake is a smaller Turtle Island, above which is a hundred-year-old ancient Turtle tower, sitting quietly amid sparkling water waves. On 3 weekends, the streets around Hoan Kiem Lake will become walking streets with many attractive activities such as street music, folk games... attracts a lot of tourists. Located on Ngoc Island, Ngoc Son Temple is not only a historical relic and famous scenic spot of Hanoi but also a place to worship the god Van Xuong, the leading star of literature and examinations, and Saint Tran Hung Dao. Around the temple is a complex of architectural relics with many historical values and humane significance, including The Huc bridge, But tower, Nghien tower, Tran Ba communal house. The combination of the Ngoc Son temple complex and Hoan Kiem Lake has created an ancient architectural ensemble of harmony and balance between humans and nature. Next to Hoan Kiem Lake are old streets such as Hang Ngang, Hang Dao, Hang Duong,... where visitors can visit and explore the life, culture and people as well as the unique cuisine of Hanoi. Ly Thai To monument is located at Chi Linh flower garden on Dinh Tien Hoang street. This is a typical cultural architectural work at Hoan Kiem Lake to honor the king who publicly founded the capital city of Thang Long. Located on the shore of the lake, Hoa Phong tower is an ancient relic left over from Bao An pagoda after it was destroyed by the French to make way for a post office. Around the lake, there are countless items that you can buy as gifts for friends and relatives such as handicrafts, cute small gifts, clothes, shoes, Hanoi specialties such as green rice cake, apricot fruit... Hang Ngang, Hang Dao, Hang Bac, Hang Duong, Dong Xuan market... are some reputable and quality addresses for you to enjoy shopping. According to many people's experience, you should go shopping in the afternoon because the stores here are very strict about customers coming in the morning to ask for things but not buy anything.
Hanoi
From January to December
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Ba Dinh Square - Uncle Ho's Mausoleum
Ba Dinh Square is located right in the center of Hanoi capital at 2 Hung Vuong, Dien Ban, Ba Dinh district. Ba Dinh Square is where President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence. The square is open for visitors to visit from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. every day. The overall square is about 320 meters long and about 100 meters wide with 210 grass plots. In the center of the square there is a flagpole with a height of 25 meters. Around Ba Dinh Square, there are many important works such as: Uncle Ho's Mausoleum, Ho Chi Minh Museum, Presidential Palace, one-pillar pagoda, stilt houses and Uncle Ho's fish pond. The ideal time to visit Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi is from September to March every year. During these months, the weather in Hanoi is quite cool and not too hot. This makes visiting and exploring Ba Dinh Square as well as other locations in the capital more convenient. Besides, in the last months of the year, the scenery in Hanoi is extremely poetic. When traveling to Ba Dinh Square, you will see more typical flowers. The transition from autumn to winter to spring brings a very unique beauty to the capital. When you arrive at Ba Dinh Square, don't forget to take photos as souvenirs. No matter what time it is, the vast scenery here will bring beautiful frames. If you go in the morning or afternoon, you will get natural light. If you come to Ba Dinh Square at night, you can take advantage of the light from the light poles to make the photo more beautiful. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is one of the photo-taking views that many tourists love when coming here. In addition, you can also easily find other beautiful shooting angles. You should use devices with wide-angle lenses to capture the panoramic beauty of the square. Located right behind Ba Dinh Square, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a place you should visit. The mausoleum is open every day of the week except Monday and Friday. Opening times of the day will vary between different times of the year. There will be no fee for Vietnamese citizens to enter the mausoleum, but for foreign tourists it will be 25,000 VND per visit. The overall architecture of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is built in a square shape with 3 layers, 21.6 meters high and 41.2 meters wide. With a solid structure, President Ho's mausoleum is able to withstand bombs, floods and earthquakes. Outside the mausoleum, there are stone-covered columns and the words "PRESIDENT HO - CHI - MINH" in prominent red. The Presidential Palace is where Uncle Ho lived, worked and many important events in history took place. Built in French neoclassical architecture in 1902, the presidential palace has a total of 30 rooms with symmetrical design. Besides the unique motifs and decorations, the yellow paint color is also a factor to help make the presidential palace more prominent. In the campus of Hanoi's presidential palace, there are many green spaces. Walking under the trees, visitors can feel peaceful in the heart of the vibrant capital. The interior of the presidential palace has been preserved almost intact from the time Uncle Ho used it until now. Mainly simple wooden items. Similar to Uncle Ho's mausoleum, the Presidential Palace also does not accept visitors on Mondays and Fridays. Ho Chi Minh Museum was built in 1990, this will be a very interesting attraction on your Ba Dinh Square travel itinerary. Coming to the museum, you will learn about the life and career of President Ho Chi Minh. This is the place where documents, images of statues and historical items related to Uncle Ho's life are kept. Exploring the Ho Chi Minh Museum, visitors will not only learn about a great historical figure of the country, but also visit and explore a special architectural work with creative and lively exhibition areas.
Hanoi
September to March
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Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple
Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple is located in Vay Nua commune, Da Bac district, Hoa Binh province. This ancient temple is located on the shore of a large, calm turquoise lake all year round. Behind the temple is a mountain system with beautiful stalactite caves that delight visitors. In 2009, Thac Bo Cave in the relic cluster was recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Information and Tourism as a National Scenic Monument. Legend has it that Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple worships two female generals, Mrs. Dinh Thi Van from the Muong ethnic group and a lady (name unknown) from the Dao ethnic group. The two women were instrumental in Le Loi's reign, helping people and soldiers transport food and boats through Thac Bo to Muong Le to quell the rebellion. After the two women passed away, they often had epiphanies to help people safely cross the famous dangerous and harsh waterfall when the Da River had not yet blocked its flow that day. Grateful people built a temple to worship the two women to show their respect and hope that they would bless and protect them from danger when passing through the water. You should come to the temple from January 7 to the end of March (lunar calendar) because this is the time with the most bustling festivals. Thac Bo Ba Chua Temple owns a system of 38 statues, including 2 bronze statues worshiping two ladies. The temple has a large statue located in a cave that is dry and cool all year round. Surrounding the cave are shimmering and magical stalactite columns in the dim electric light, creating the sacred and attractive appearance of the worship cave. Tourists who want to offer incense first go to Trinh Temple and then to the Lord Temple. However, these two temples are located on two different "islands" so visitors are forced to take a boat for about 20 minutes to get there. Setting foot on the temple is a challenge of more than 100 steps to reach the place of worship. The special feature at Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple is that the back leans against the mountain and the face faces the vast, immense lake of jade green color. This beautiful scene has attracted many tourists to the temple to offer incense and admire the scenery. After offering incense, you can move to nearby locations in Thung Nai to enjoy delicious dishes of Hoa Binh. All foods are guaranteed to be "home-grown" so they are extremely fresh and delicious and carry a distinct specialty. Some dishes not to be missed include Da River fish, Muong pork, pickled vegetables, leaf yeast wine,...
Phu Tho
From January to December
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Thang Thien waterfall tourist area
Possessing a spacious area of up to 350 hectares, Thang Thien Waterfall is part of the Vien Nam range, about 60km from the center of Hanoi. The road to Thang Thien Waterfall is quite easy, the route is short and the natural scenery is charming, so it is not surprising that this place quickly became a favorite sightseeing and picnic spot for many people. If you intend to go to Thang Thien Waterfall, you can go by bus or motorbike. If traveling by motorbike, don't forget to save the route MIA.vn revealed right below: Thang Long Avenue - Hoa Lac Hoa Binh Expressway - DT446 - Road 6 (AH13) - National Highway 6. From here, go A short distance further and you will reach the Ascension Waterfall. Many of you who have been here have shared that the most ideal time for you to start your journey to enjoy and explore Thang Thien Waterfall is between May and July. This is summer, the sky is clear, no rain. Suitable for you to participate in outdoor activities and picnics. Away from the bustling city, the journey back to Thang Thien Waterfall will soothe and comfort your soul. The scene at Thang Thien Waterfall is very beautiful with water rushing from above, creating white foam. Amidst the mist, the space at the waterfall seems more romantic. Thang Thien Waterfall is divided into many interesting levels, with each level covered by water creating a mysterious feeling. The higher you go, the road becomes quite slippery, so if you intend to reach the top, you should move slowly to ensure safety. Right below the foot of the waterfall is a lake full of cool water all year round. The water in the lake is clear and not too deep, so it is suitable for swimming. Surrounding the lake are rocks of all shapes and sizes, very suitable for those who want to have check-in photos during their Hoa Binh travel itinerary. Nestled deep in the heart of the jungle, the cuisine at Thang Thien Waterfall is mainly products of the highlands. After the journey to cool off and enjoy the scenery, you can recharge with a series of outstanding dishes, such as wild vegetables, bamboo-tube rice, buffalo meat cooked in bamboo leaves, spring rolls with grapefruit leaves, and grilled pork. , grilled fish, deep fried stream fish, etc.
Phu Tho
From January to December
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Mai Chau – A poetic land
Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, Mai Chau is famous for its pristine and peaceful natural scenery. Located in the heart of the Northwest mountains, this place is a beautiful picture of natural colors and unique cultural features of the nation. Mai Chau has winding trails through green forests, yellow terraced fields, or traditional wooden houses looming in the majestic space. Not only is it a beautiful natural land, Mai Chau is also a rich cultural museum of the Thai people. Here, traditional cultural features are still preserved and carefully cared for, from soft hand-painted fabric paintings to exquisitely carved wooden items. The oral art of the Thai people has been and is becoming the pride of the entire country of Vietnam. Mai Chau is a district in Hoa Binh province, about 150km northwest of Hanoi capital. With the wild natural beauty and unique culture of the indigenous people, this is an attractive destination for tourists who love to explore and experience the national cultural identity, as well as enjoy the atmosphere. The peaceful, quiet atmosphere of Vietnam's mountains. From October to February is one of the best times to travel to Mai Chau. This is the time when the air becomes chilly and peach and plum blossoms bloom. The magical scenery of white flower petals makes the land become poetic. Surely you will be attracted to the peaceful natural beauty of Mai Chau this season. Furthermore, if you are a lover of romantic spaces, or always want to immerse yourself in the chilly atmosphere, winter is a great time to come to Mai Chau and enjoy memorable moments. From March to April is also a good season to go to Mai Chau. At this time, ban flowers bloom throughout Mai Chau. Besides, the weather during this period is often cool and pleasant, very convenient for participating in outdoor activities such as trekking or enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Northwest region. If you want to experience the freshness and radiance of spring, along with the soothing scent of blooming banyan flowers, March and April are the ideal times to visit Mai Chau and enjoy the unique landscapes. of this season.
Phu Tho
From October to February
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Thung Nai – Ha Long on land
Thung Nai in recent years has been a familiar destination every weekend for those who love peace, avoiding noise and dust. As a commune in Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh province, Thung Nai is located in the bed of Da river lake, 25 km from the city center and about 110 km from Hanoi. With the perfect combination of mountains, islands and clear blue lakes, Thung Nai brings poetic beauty and relaxing moments. Thung Nai in recent years has been a familiar destination every weekend for those who love peace, avoiding noise and dust. As a commune in Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh province, Thung Nai is located in the bed of Da river lake, 25 km from the city center and about 110 km from Hanoi. The name Thung Nai makes many people think of a valley with deer roaming around. According to local people, this place was once home to many species of wild deer. The poetic image of golden deer bewildered in the afternoon sunlight on the slopes, reflecting on the Da River, was used by people to name this land. Nowadays, coming to Thung Nai, although there are no longer wild deer, the poetic and romantic beauty of the mountains and rivers here seems to still be intact. To explore this "golden deer valley", you can only use a boat or walk. Leave the car on the shore, the motorboat will take tourists for a tour on the hydroelectric lake. In the strong wind blowing from the lake, the picturesque scene of Thung Nai appears before your eyes. A large lake surrounded by rolling mountains. In the lake, hundreds of large and small "islands" undulate like magnificent natural masterpieces. Floating on the water, the motorboat weaves through the rocky outcroppings, creating the feeling of enjoying "Ha Long on land". A perfect combination of rivers, lakes and mountain rocks, Thac Bo cave is a destination not to be missed when coming to Thung Nai. The cave is located deep inside the mountain and is quite wild, but the scenery inside is beautiful. The whole forest of stalactites grows up and down, with strange shapes. After the high water season, visitors entering the cave can enjoy schools of fish swimming freely in the shallow, clear water. Right near the cave is Ba Chua Thac Bo temple. Although the temple is quite small and located on a steep mountain slope, this place attracts many tourists from all over to worship. For many people, stopping at the temple is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Thung Nai from a high perspective with floating white clouds and glimpses of ethnic villages. An interesting thing here is that when the Da River water dries up, visitors to the temple have to climb up steep stone steps, sometimes stumbling. But during the high water season, the steps flood, visitors to the temple just need to step down from the boat. If you go on Sunday, don't forget to visit Thac Bo floating market. Not too noisy and crowded, but a very typical cultural feature of the Muong people in Thung Nai. Thung Nai in recent years has been a familiar destination every weekend for those who love peace, avoiding noise and dust. As a commune in Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh province, Thung Nai is located in the bed of Da river lake, 25 km from the city center and about 110 km from Hanoi. The name Thung Nai makes many people think of a valley with deer roaming around. According to local people, this place was once home to many species of wild deer. The poetic image of golden deer bewildered in the afternoon sunlight on the slopes, reflecting on the Da River, was used by people to name this land. Nowadays, coming to Thung Nai, although there are no longer wild deer, the poetic and romantic beauty of the mountains and rivers here seems to still be intact. To explore this "golden deer valley", you can only use a boat or walk. Leave the car on the shore, the motorboat will take tourists for a tour on the hydroelectric lake. In the strong wind blowing from the lake, the picturesque scene of Thung Nai appears before your eyes. A large lake surrounded by rolling mountains. In the lake, hundreds of large and small "islands" undulate like magnificent natural masterpieces. Floating on the water, the motorboat weaves through the rocky outcroppings, creating the feeling of enjoying "Ha Long on land". A perfect combination of rivers, lakes and mountain rocks, Thac Bo cave is a destination not to be missed when coming to Thung Nai. The cave is located deep inside the mountain and is quite wild, but the scenery inside is beautiful. The whole forest of stalactites grows up and down, with strange shapes. After the high water season, visitors entering the cave can enjoy schools of fish swimming freely in the shallow, clear water. Right near the cave is Ba Chua Thac Bo temple. Although the temple is quite small and located on a steep mountain slope, this place attracts many tourists from all over to worship. For many people, stopping at the temple is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Thung Nai from a high perspective with floating white clouds and glimpses of ethnic villages. An interesting thing here is that when the Da River water dries up, visitors to the temple have to climb up steep stone steps, sometimes stumbling. But during the high water season, the steps flood, visitors to the temple just need to step down from the boat. If you go on Sunday, don't forget to visit Thac Bo floating market. Not too noisy and crowded, but a very typical cultural feature of the Muong people in Thung Nai. As the boat slowly moves through the water, the windmill stands tall on the small island, attracting the attention of anyone passing by. This is like the invitation of a vacation home in the middle of the lake. Therefore, whether they come back during the day or stay overnight, most tourists coming to Thung Nai want to stop by this small island to see with their own eyes the seemingly unique windmill. in the Netherlands, or in the famous novel "Don Kihote - the talented nobleman of Manta". Not only is it unique, the windmill here also has a beautiful viewing spot. From here, you can zoom out into the distance, taking in the entire ink painting of Thung Nai in your sight. If you go up the "mill" early in the morning, you will see Thung Nai engulfed in mist, while when the sun rises, the clear blue lake surface sparkles yellow. In addition to the pristine natural landscape, the specialty parties of the Muong people have become a highlight in Thung Nai. It was a meal with stream fish, hill chicken and exotic wild vegetables.
Phu Tho
From January to December
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Hoa Binh hydroelectric plant
Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant was built at Hoa Binh Lake, Hoa Binh province, on the Da River in Northern Vietnam. Before Son La hydroelectric plant was inaugurated, this was the largest hydroelectric plant in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant - a century project built with help from the Soviet Union in 1979 in Hoa Binh City. Where Soviet experts and tens of thousands of engineers and workers, many of whom were teachers and students from the Faculty of Civil Engineering - Water Resources University, had unforgettable years, with determination and thirst. A burning desire to create miracles in conquering the Da River. On the largest scale construction site in Southeast Asia at that time, at peak there were up to 40,000 workers working. Although there are still many difficulties, lack of electricity, lack of water, hard and dangerous work, the enthusiasm of working youth has urged the hands and minds of engineers and workers to turn the river into a source of doll. Everyone did not care about difficulties and hardships, enthusiastically working up to 3 shifts, 4 shifts, all night long "for the tomorrow's electricity of the Fatherland". Labor slogans have now become legendary such as "High altitude". 81 or die" has shown the spirit of working urgently, enthusiastically, and overcoming difficulties of the young generation on the construction site. People's efforts and efforts to overcome all time and all dangerous terrain have been rewarded. On December 31, 1988, the first generating unit of Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant generated electricity to the system, signaling a historic moment for the country and the Vietnamese Electricity industry. On April 4, 1994, the eighth and last power unit of the plant was officially completed, with a total installed capacity of 1,920 MW. On December 24, 1994, our country excitedly celebrated the important event of the inauguration of the Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant on the Da River, marking the result of 15 years of selfless labor for the electricity of tomorrow for the Fatherland. Tens of thousands of officials, employees and experts on the construction site were constructing for the first time a great project of the twentieth century. After more than 30 years of operation, by 2021, the plant has provided the country with a total output of over 250 billion kWh, annually contributing more than 1,000 billion VND to the province's State budget. In addition, TDHB actively and effectively participates in flood control, ensuring safety for the Northern Delta and Hanoi Capital. With a large reservoir capacity of up to 10 billion cubic meters of water, the flood prevention capacity Flood estimated at 5.6 billion cubic meters, Hoa Binh hydropower plant has made a great contribution to flood prevention, ensuring safety for the entire Northern Delta region, especially Hanoi capital. Since the Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant was put into operation until now, the Northern Delta region has no longer had flooding. TDHB has controlled dozens of major floods of over 10,000 m3/sec; Typically, the historic flood in August 1996 had a flow of more than 22,650 m3/sec; The late flood that appeared in October 2017 (when the reservoir was full) had a flow of nearly 16,000 m3/sec with very complicated and unpredictable developments. At the same time, maintain the safety of the project and the downstream area of the Northern Delta.
Phu Tho
From January to December
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Nine waterfalls Tu Son
Nine waterfalls Tu Son includes 9 waterfalls, each waterfall possesses its own unique beauty, both unique and blending together to create a beautiful landscape that makes many people ecstatic and fascinated. These include Au Co love waterfall, Tien Tam waterfall, Trai Chieu Quan Lang waterfall, Ut Lot waterfall, Silver waterfall, Truong Phu waterfall, Thuong Ngan month, Mau waterfall and Thien Ngoc Thach waterfall. Nine waterfalls are located in Kim Boi nature reserve, Cu hamlet, Tu Son commune, Kim Boi district, Hoa Binh province and about 60 km from the center of Hanoi capital. Therefore, this is an ideal rendezvous for people in Hanoi and neighboring provinces to have the opportunity to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and wander to pristine nature on short holidays or weekends. . Walking on the trail around those waterfalls, you will feel like you are going on an exciting trekking trip in a primeval forest with a poetic space and fresh, airy atmosphere. Somewhere you will also see a few wildflowers blooming, a few small squirrels on the rows of green trees. You will also listen to the roaring sound of the waterfall and the chirping of birds. The beautiful scenery will make you more excited, and the long journey will no longer be tiring. Continuing your journey to explore different waterfalls one by one, you will encounter enchanting waterfalls, containing the magical beauty of nature. These waterfalls have beautified the wild space, making it more poetic, sparkling, and charming. That scene not only makes you more excited and eager to explore nature, but also connects you and nature, making you even more connected and familiar. In the early mornings, the scenery around the waterfalls becomes dim and magical, making travelers from far away admire it in amazement. When the sun comes out to give bright yellow rays of sunlight, the water color of the waterfalls has a slight yellow tint, then at sunset it changes to a shimmering pink color. Perhaps the most beautiful time the waterfall is when a colorful rainbow spans across the "silver silk ribbons", illuminating the entire sky. Au Co Waterfall is located in the upper reaches of Tu Son peak at an altitude of about 1300 m above sea level. With this waterfall, travelers from far away will feel like they are admiring a shimmering silver silk strip in the middle of the ocean, like the long, silky hair of a young girl. Tiny sparkling water sprays illuminate a corner of the forest and vague, dreamy images flicker behind the waterfalls. Au Co Love Waterfall flows into Lac Long Quan Lake, next to it there is a giant round stone block, associated with the legend of the eternal love story between Au Co and Lac Long Quan and their 100 children, sharing the forest and the sea. If you have the opportunity to set foot in the royal garden at an altitude of more than 1,000 m in the nine waterfalls of Tu Son, visitors will also have the opportunity to freely admire the charming natural picture, letting their soul be blown away by the wind. At that time, you will surely feel fresh, gentle emotions and feel peaceful even in the middle of the wild mountains and forests. Visitors can also stop, enter small huts to rest, enjoy lunch and take a relaxing nap for a few minutes to get ready for the next journey of discovery. Just like that, it won't be too difficult for you to conquer these 9 beautiful waterfalls of Muong country!
Phu Tho
From January to December
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Lung Van - The roof of Muong parish
Lung Van is located at the highest peak of Muong Bi. That's why this place is known as "the roof of Muong". Isolated by traffic, perhaps that is why Lung Van retains its pristine beauty from ancient times. Visitors coming here not only have the opportunity to admire the nature of the mountains and forests, but also enjoy the fresh, pleasant space, helping you feel extremely relaxed and comfortable. The road to explore Lung Van, although difficult, always creates a strange attraction for any traveler. Perhaps because of the clouds of sky hovering around the traveler, mixed with the natural scenery of mountains and forests. All create a beautiful, unreal picture. In particular, visitors can go to the highest position in Lung Van to admire the clouds flying in the early morning, when the sun has not yet risen. In the morning in Lung Van, the wind is cool and the sunlight is gentle, white clouds hover around the mountain tops and villages... When the sun appears, its rays penetrate straight through the dense layers of clouds and spill into the valley. The morning dew drops on a winter day settle on the green leaves of the terraced fields like sparkling jade. The white of the clouds, the yellow of the sunlight and the green of thousands of trees blend into one. All create a wonderful poetic picture in the middle of a mountainous region that can only be found in Lung Van. Besides the "cloud hunting" experience, visitors also enjoy other discovery activities such as climbing Co Tien mountain, trekking U Bo hill, enjoying the feeling of bathing in Mo stream or immersing yourself in fresh nature. Not only that, tourists also have the opportunity to participate in community cultural activities, or even experience the daily work of Muong people such as rice planting, rice harvesting, and fruit harvesting. This is also an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural identity and life of the region here. Lung Van is known as the ideal "Rattan Hunting" spot. So which season of the year is best to travel to Lung Van? This is the question of many tourists. Lung Van is known as the "roof of Muong" and is most beautiful from after Tet to April every year because this is the time with the most clouds. The clouds drifted slowly from evening until the next morning. And it's not until noon that you see the clouds completely clear. Moreover, this is also the time when Muong people begin the planting season across the long terraced fields. So according to the experience of many backpackers, traveling to Lung Van Hoa Binh in April is the best time for cloud hunting. Or if you don't need to hunt clouds, choose the golden rice season in Lung Van in August, it will definitely not disappoint you.
Phu Tho
From January to December
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Moc Chau
Moc Chau has four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, winter with mild weather and flowers and fruits all year round. In January, the plateau is green with budding tea hills, peach blossoms, plum blossoms, apricot blossoms, cherry blossoms... From mid-May, plums begin to ripen, people harvest plums and sell them to lowland traders. There are no flowers in summer, nor is it strawberry season, but this place is very suitable for picnics because of the fresh air and many outdoor activities. The persimmon season in Moc Chau starts from August to December every year. In particular, the crispy persimmon season usually comes earlier, from August to October, while from October to the end of the year is the season for astringent persimmons. The white mustard season in Moc Chau begins in November. In December, bright yellow wild sunflowers decorate the plateau. Moc Chau is nearly 200 km from Hanoi. If traveling by motorbike, you should follow the old Highway 6 because there are many beautiful scenery along the way, but you should pay attention to the steering wheel because the road is quite degraded. The journey takes about 4-5 hours. On the way, you will pass the S-shaped road in Van Ho district. Most travelers stop to admire the scenery and check-in at this soft S-shaped curve. If you take a bus, you can choose routes to Son La from My Dinh or Yen Nghia bus station, then get off at Moc Chau with a high-quality bus ticket price of about 200,000 VND. If you drive your own car, you don't need to worry too much because the road is big and easy to go despite many steep passes. Be careful, drive at the right speed and pay attention to the lane when passing. In the summer, the roads are less foggy but visibility is limited when it rains. The section that may be cloudy is the road from Thung Khe section. Moc Chau has many motels. However, to get quality accommodation during peak season, you should still call to book in advance. There are eco-lodges (with mountains, lakes, stilt houses) or homestay-style community motels. The price of a room is about 200,000 - 300,000 VND per night but there are also many motels with lower prices. Some suggested "chill" homestays are MAMA's House, Le Chalet du Lac, Fairy House Moc Chau, House By Lake, The Nordic Village, Moc Chau Retreat... Room prices range from 300,000 to 1,000,000 VND per night. To fully explore Moc Chau, you can go quickly in 2 days. If you have more time, about 3-4 days is best, you will have plenty of time to find beautiful camera angles to take photos or go to nearby famous tourist areas such as Thung Nai, Mai Chau, Hoa Binh hydroelectric power station... Places you can visit: Ban Ang pine forest, Mu Nau plum valley, Sunflower garden, Moc Chau tea exchange, Chieng Khoa waterfall, Nang Tien waterfall, Dai Yem waterfall, Grassland 68, Nguyen Thuy village, Pha Luong peak. Eateries and restaurants are located along the town center passing through Highway 6. In addition to specialties such as plums, tea or milk, Moc Chau is also famous as a delicious place to eat. The dishes not to be missed when coming here are fried veal, fried stream fish, multi-dish lentil fish, salmon hot pot, pork blood pudding, buffalo meat on the stove, vegetables dipped in fish intestine sauce or five-color rice. If you want to eat dairy veal, you can find restaurants Dong Hai, Xuan Bac 181, Nam Hung 70, or Lan Hong 64, Ve Quan Moc Chau... A strange dish to try is Moc Chau fresh milk hot pot. The broth is simmered from bones and vegetables, a moderate amount of milk is added to give it a milky white color and mild flavor, and corn is added for sweetness. When the hot pot begins to boil, the layer of milk on top begins to thicken, giving it a fatty and fragrant taste. This is also the time when the hot pot broth is at its most delicious. In the past two years, Moc Chau has also been famous for producing strawberries with quality not inferior to those of Japan or Korea because they are grown using Japanese technology. Winter will be the strawberry harvest season on farms with gardens filled with ripe red strawberries, sweet and sour taste, and if eaten with Moc Chau yogurt, it is very easy to become "addictive". In the summer, after plum season, there will be melon season with sweet fragrant fruits. You can buy tea, milk, cat apples, corn, corn wine... as gifts from locations: intersection 73 near the town, sub-areas 32 and Bo Bun, intersection 70, peach garden intersection, Chieng Bi sub-area. Moc Chau usually has warm sunshine during the day, but the night temperature is quite low and foggy. You need to bring enough warm clothes to ensure your health, and check your vehicle's lights before departing. Do not litter, step on people's mustard beds or climb on trees, break wild peach branches, plum branches, flowers...
Son La
January to December
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