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      <title>The location few tourists know in Ha Giang</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tran Van Son (1997) experienced Ha Giang by not limiting himself to attractive stops, but by walking and conquering pristine white cliffs.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670761440190580_image.png" alt="" />Conquering high cliffs allows you to see everything that is going on around you.</p>
<p>In the Northeast region, Ha Giang is a popular tourist destination for both domestic and international visitors. Nature has blessed it with pristine landscapes, including a network of rivers, mountains, majestic rocky plateaus, and winding passes.</p>
<p>Among the many ways to enjoy the country's first place, if you like to explore, adventure, and check in strange corners, you can find your own new inspiration in an area where few people come in the land of &quot;flowers blooming on the rock.&quot;</p>
<h3 id="coming-to-ha-giang-alone"><strong>Coming to Ha Giang alone</strong></h3>
<p>Van Son (currently living and working in Hanoi) recently completed a journey through Vietnam.</p>
<p>Son has visited 30 provinces and cities in Vietnam after a solo journey of nearly 5,700 kilometers on a motorcycle.</p>
<p>&quot;My previous job was in the film. Many beautiful regions in Vietnam have left me with a lasting impression. I've since decided to become a travel vlogger &quot;Van Son revealed.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670761655672677_image.png" alt="" />Van Son traveled by himself.</p>
<p>The 25-year-old aspires to share more images of human life, and the cultural identities of the places he has visited, and to film footage of each place he has visited.</p>
<p>Continuing his passion, Son decided to travel alone to Ha Giang - the northern highlands - in November.</p>
<h3 id="conquer-the-white-cliffs"><strong>Conquer the white cliffs</strong></h3>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670761860814329_image.png" alt="" />White cliffs - a destination for daring souls.</p>
<p>&quot;There are many beautiful places in Ha Giang that attract many people, but I wanted to find a more private, quiet space and walk to make footprints on the beautiful land, so I decided to conquer the white cliff,&quot; 9X explained.</p>
<p>The white cliff is the back of a mountain at the top of the Ma Pi Leng Pass, one of Vietnam's most dangerous passes.</p>
<p>According to locals, when there is no Happiness road, the road along the white cliff is the main passage between Dong Van and Meo Vac. White cliff is also where the Cat King and his entourage pass and often stop to rest before. The trail with stone steps leading up here has been around for a long time.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670761986904347_image.png" alt="" />Large white limestone patches stand out among the clouds and mountain winds.</p>
<p>Van Son rode his motorcycle from the Happy Road Museum through the death rock area, down a valley, and up to the observatory. Son arrived at the walking path to begin exploring the white cliff after riding his motorcycle for about 3 kilometers on a difficult road with a cliff on one side and a chasm on the other.</p>
<p>The path along the mountain slope is only wide enough for one person to walk; there are stone steps and iron fences to ensure the safety of tourists.</p>
<p>The white cliff area has a snout cliff thanks to geology's miraculous tectonics, providing enough space for a few people to camp overnight and watch the stars or catch the sunrise when they wake up.</p>
<p>&quot;Going a little further, I discovered lush green beds blooming yellow throughout the area, planted at the base of the white cliff. In the near future, there are clusters of 3-4 trees, the name of which I do not know, but most of them have died dry, leaving only one tree, which I will call a lonely tree for the time being &quot;Son stated. Van Son rated this location as the best in the area and the best place to take photos.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670762070058564_image.png" alt="" />A lone tree near a white cliff.</p>
<p>Backpackers can see the beauty intertwined between clouds and mountains, of the Nho Que river, Tu Loi gorge, watching the group of backpackers go in succession on the Happiness Road... from this height.</p>
<p>&quot;To return, you can go all the way to the mountainside, where there will be a small path leading down Happiness Road, or you can go back to where you started,&quot; Van Son explained.</p>
<h3 id="before-exploring-the-rugged-cliffs"><strong>Before exploring the rugged cliffs</strong></h3>
<p>According to Van Son, many things must be prepared before we embark on our journey. However, the most important factor is one's health.</p>
<p>With the constantly changing terrain of Ha Giang's steep passes or the walking distance as far as the white cliffs, you must refer to the area's terrain, including the path and the way back. Adventurers, in particular, must monitor the weather situation while also considering safety, advantages, and difficulties prior to departure.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670762192736836_image.png" alt="" />The luggage should be as small as possible.</p>
<p>Because the distance to the cliff is quite long, carry-on utensils must be as compact as possible, aside from replenishing drinking water and snacks. The outfit is soft and stretchy, allowing for easy movement. Lightweight waterproof wind jackets are ideal for foggy conditions. Clinging sneakers are ideal for trekking in slick, difficult-to-walk terrain.</p>
<p>Furthermore, if you intend to spend the night, you must bring enough warm clothing as well as tents, camps, and personal belongings.</p>
<p>It should be noted that you should not litter, engrave names, write letters, or draw on cliffs.</p>
<p>&quot;We come here to enjoy the beauty of nature, take only beautiful photos and videos, and leave only footprints,&quot; he explained.</p>
<h3 id="break-boundaries-go-where-you-want"><strong>Break boundaries, go where you want</strong></h3>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/12/1670762291462632_image.png" alt="" />Each journey has its own meaning and brings with it a wide range of emotions.</p>
<p>&quot;Trips refresh my soul and inspire my work,&quot; the 25-year-old explained.</p>
<p>For Son, the most exciting aspect of each trip is not only enjoying nature and learning more about the country's culture and history, but also the opportunity to chat with and meet many new friends on the road.</p>
<p>Although initially unfamiliar, it brings people closer together due to shared interests. Each brings a story about how the young man seeks newness and positive energy.</p>
<p>Each of us carries a sense of wonder and discovery with us. Take the time to plan a trip if at all possible. Every journey, no matter how long or short, will make you appreciate life and your country more.</p>
<p>Source: Khanh Van</p>
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      <title>The unspoiled beauty of Southeast Asia’s longest volcanic cave</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The longest volcanic cave system in Southeast Asia can be found in H.Krong No, Dak Nong province; come see its unspoiled beauty.</strong></p>
<p>Domestic and international experts have discovered the length of Southeast Asia's longest volcanic cave at H.Krong No, Dak Nong province, after many days of exploration and discovery.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669800963482871_image.png" alt="" />In Dak Nong province, experts and explorers discover the longest contract system in Southeast Asia. Dak Nong province's Department of Information and Communications.</p>
<p>As a result, during the survey of cave C7 - Southeast Asia's longest contract - expert groups discovered some new branches and explored an additional 175 meters of the cave's length. The length of cave C7 has increased to 1,240 meters as a result of this new discovery. This will be a valuable source of scientific material for international heritage, supplementing the upcoming dossier for re-appraisal.</p>
<p>The contract in H.Krong No is a basalt contract system about 10 km long that scientists discovered in 2014, setting a record for scale, length, and uniqueness in Southeast Asia.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801134682796_image.png" alt="" />The mouth of cave C7 in H.Krong No, Dak Nong province, which has the longest contract in Southeast Asia. Dak Nong province's Department of Information and Communications.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801153041949_image.png" alt="" />Because the cave is extremely dark, domestic and international experts must bring flashlights to explore. </p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801183087862_image.png" alt="" />Foreign experts are photographing the longest contract in Southeast Asia.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801206133248_image.png" alt="" />It takes fortitude and good health to discover Dak Nong province's longest contract system in Southeast Asia.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801265003608_image.png" alt="" />Aerial view of the contract system in H.Krong No, Dak Nong province.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801314871364_image.png" alt="" />The OSH system in Dak Nong is considered unspoiled, with many traces of prehistoric tribes' habitation from 6,000 to 7,000 years ago.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669801405269004_image.png" alt="" />The expedition discovered an additional 175 meters of cave C7's length, bringing the cave's total length to 1,240 meters, the longest in Southeast Asia.</p>
<p>Source: Xuân Lâm (Báo Thanh Niên) - Photo: Department of Information and Communications of Dak Nong province.</p>
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      <title>A strange Dalat</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Dalat is described by Vietnamese people with many different adjectives, such as poetic, quiet, or ancient, and it can be a resort paradise or a place for souls who like to explore mysterious things. In short, Dalat has a little bit of everything that foreigners and Vietnamese alike are looking for.</em></p>
<p>Have you ever wondered if Dalat looks the same to international tourists, especially those with sophisticated travel experience, as it does to us? If so, we discover a whole new Dalat through the closed mausoleum of Australian travel writer and blogger Emily.</p>
<h2 id="emily--a-travel-blogger-with-a-special-love-for-vietnam"><strong>EMILY – A TRAVEL BLOGGER WITH A SPECIAL LOVE FOR VIETNAM</strong></h2>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669713494993789_image.png" alt="" />Emily is a journalist who is passionate about fair trade, responsible tourism, and sustainable fashion. Emily is currently a freelance writer, photographer, and travel blogger. Emily is passionate about cultural exploration, advocating for responsible, sustainable tourism, and assisting communities in developing through tourism.</p>
<p>Emily began her global journey in 2015, writing on her blog, &quot;I have always held a special place in my heart for Vietnam and this is where I have always wanted to write about.&quot;</p>
<p><strong>EMILY'S LENS ON DALAT - THE CITY OF SPECIAL ARCHITECTURAL WORKS</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669713595032587_image.png" alt="" />Instead of being drawn to Da Lat's vast pine forests, majestic waterfalls, or cool weather, Emily is drawn to the city's unique architecture.</p>
<p>Dalat has everything that a tourist who loves architecture, like Emily, is looking for: luxurious colonial-style villas, rudimentary concrete buildings, wooden houses built in the last century, French architecture with perfectly symmetrical houses painted in bright colors like gold or pastel pink, and liberal planning.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669713673849890_image.png" alt="" />When the French came to Dalat, they gave it wide boulevards, wide roundabouts, and beautiful flower gardens. They have also constructed a variety of villas, monasteries, and European government buildings in Da Lat, all of which can be compared to Hanoi or Hoi An.</p>
<p>She also stated that, with works constructed between the 1930s and 1940s, Dalat is the most interesting place for those looking for traces of French architecture in Vietnam or simply looking for the most unique photos for their Instagram.</p>
<h2 id="interesting-places-at-emilys-suggestion"><strong>INTERESTING PLACES AT EMILY'S SUGGESTION</strong></h2>
<h3 id="domaine-de-marie-church-vinh-son-churchhttpscdntrulyvietnamnetfiles2022111669713776321585-imagepng"><strong>DOMAINE DE MARIE CHURCH (VINH SON CHURCH)</strong><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669713776321585_image.png" alt="" /></h3>
<p>The Domaine de Marie church, one of the catholic churches built in the 1940s, is built in French architecture with a striking pink color that can turn coral or brick depending on the angle of the sun. The church's main entrance is a slope leading up a small hill with stairs and fences lined with shadows cast by the surrounding flower gardens.</p>
<p>A large monastery painted in similar colors, graceful and feminine, is located behind the church. Emily was also taken with the cross symbol on the shutters and the cane stripe details on the top floor windows.</p>
<h3 id="pasteur-institutehttpscdntrulyvietnamnetfiles2022111669713919122002-imagepng"><strong>PASTEUR INSTITUTE</strong><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669713919122002_image.png" alt="" /></h3>
<p>Emily stated that visitors can find Pasteur Institute branches in many cities throughout Indochina and that the Pasteur Institute is now owned by the Vietnamese government. Emily's fantasy hobby in Hanoi was photographing administrative buildings. Still, in Dalat, the security guard at the station greeted her warmly and instructed her to take pictures in front of the gate. Emily was particularly taken with the building's perfect symmetry (the house had an unintentionally Wes Anderson feel to it) and its bright yellow and steel-gray color palette.</p>
<h3 id="nicholas-church-chicken-church-httpscdntrulyvietnamnetfiles2022111669713994871487-imagepng"><strong>NICHOLAS CHURCH (CHICKEN CHURCH)</strong> <img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669713994871487_image.png" alt="" /></h3>
<p>The Romanesque-style church, which was built of bricks in 1930, took a decade to complete. Because it is the city's largest church, the Chicken Church is also known as Nicholas Church or Dalat Church.</p>
<p>The church has recently been freshly painted in an eye-catching cream-pink color, and the entire church and complex are meticulously maintained. Emily's favorite feature of this church is its magnificent stained glass windows and relief sculptures.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669714046684296_image.png" alt="" /><strong>DALAT RAILWAY STATION</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669714067690222_image.png" alt="" />Emily believes that Dalat Station, designed by French architects in 1932, is the city's most famous structure. The station was part of the Dalat-Thap Cham railway, which connected Da Lat with Northern Vietnam when it opened in 1938. Both the station and the railway have a long history. Tourists are currently served along this route.</p>
<p>The station, renamed the &quot;Dalat Highland Railway&quot; and decorated in a classic style, is the site's defining feature, but the buildings behind it are even more appealing when one of the carriages is converted into an acafé.</p>
<p>Emily revealed that this was the only place in Da Lat where she had to pay to take photos, with a ticket price of 10,000 VND per person.</p>
<h3 id="french-villa-villagehttpscdntrulyvietnamnetfiles2022111669714145488174-imagepng"><strong>FRENCH VILLA VILLAGE</strong><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669714145488174_image.png" alt="" /></h3>
<p>Emily realized the difference between French architecture in Hanoi and Da Lat after arriving at this location. In Hanoi, old houses are frequently located close to each other on the same small street corner, and visitors can easily walk around and explore everything. In Dalat, French villas line both sides of the long main road, making walking appear more difficult. Emily recommends that visitors pick a small section of this long road to walk around.</p>
<p>She gradually discovers why this beautiful city is famous for its mysterious and somewhat creepy stories at this attraction. The neighborhood is full of long-abandoned houses, some of which have been refurbished but retain a distinct ancient and mystical feel. At this location, Emily was also impressed by a hotel called Green Dream Dalat Hostel.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669714197705530_image.png" alt="" /><strong>YERSIN COLLEGE</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://www.elle.vn/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/23/433953/toan-canh-truong-yersin.jpeg" alt="Yersin College Panoramic View" />Despite knowing that Yersin College is one of the International Architectural Association's (UIA) 1,000 outstanding architectural works of the twentieth century, both historically and aesthetically, Emily is surprised to see it in use.</p>
<p>The massive bell tower and walls are solidly built of red monolithic ceiling tiles, arched doors, and classrooms, all on an unthinkable scale, according to Emily. Emily was also surprised that the school was still open for business while the door was open to welcome tourists when she visited this location.</p>
<h3 id="palace-iii-bao-dai"><strong>PALACE III BAO DAI</strong></h3>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669714277401289_image.png" alt="" />Emily's next recommended destination in Da Lat is King Bao Dai's Summer Palace (Palace III Bao Dai). This is the most popular tourist attraction on the list and one of the few colonial structures that have been completely restored on the inside.</p>
<p>Emily was particularly taken with the Art Deco style of this 1933 mansion. Emily also stated that the ticket price of 15,000 VND / person is a very reasonable price for visitors to visit a beautiful and historic mansion like Bao Dai Palace.</p>
<h3 id="hotel-du-parc-dalat-and-caf-la-poste"><strong>HOTEL DU PARC DALAT AND CAFÉ LA POSTE</strong></h3>
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<p>The Hôtel du Parc and Cafe La Poste are located on the same street near Dalat Cathedral. Du Parc Da Lat, according to Emily, is not as grand as Metropole in Hanoi or Continental in Saigon, but with the same architectural school as Bauhaus, it's an interesting getaway when visiting Dalat. Emily recommends a tea party at the Belle Époque-style Le Café de la Poste restaurant.</p>
<p>Source: Mộng Ngọc, wander-lush, Instagram/_nguyenthuthuy,* kyliethesunflower</p>
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      <title>Life in Lâm Thượng on a slow day</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Regarding Lam Thuong, it felt like I was returning home because I was greeted with cordial greetings and warm smiles, and I was treated to a variety of delicious dishes grown and processed by indigenous people.</p>
<p><strong>ESCAPING THE CITY FOR A MOUNTAIN VILLAGE</strong></p>
<p>People visit Yen Bai primarily to see the rice terraces, eat delicious dishes made from nuggets, and immerse themselves in the refreshing hot spring water. But, thanks to Hoi, a Tay ethnic friend from college, I recently learned about Lam Thuong Valley, a name that many people haven't heard of because it's very wild, peaceful, and, most importantly, untouristed. Many times, I've put work aside to carry my backpack to the remote mountain village to &quot;hide.&quot;</p>
<p>On an early winter day, I took a 5-hour sleeper bus from Hanoi to the Luc Yen district of Yen Bai. After another 15 kilometers of zigzagging road in a motorbike taxi, I arrived at Tong Pang (Tông Pắng) village, Lam Thuong commune, which is nearly 260 kilometers from the capital.</p>
<p>It was almost noon because it was 7 a.m., and the villages deep in the Lam Thuong valley gradually appeared before my eyes. There is only one way to get to the valley. People in the village continue to raise livestock in order to be self-sufficient in food. When you visit Lam Thuong, you will see traditional Tay (Tày) stilt houses, streams, and waterfalls deep in the jungle, and even caves and high mountains with few footprints.</p>
<p>If you arrive in Lam Thuong, the majority of visitors will stop at The Xới – Xôi Farmstay. It is also the only homestay where you can experience the life of a genuine Tay ethnic family. She is a 9X Tay girl who has returned to her hometown after many years of learning to travel and work as a guide, transforming her own home into a place to welcome visitors, combining gardening and fish ponds to increase production for her family. As soon as I stepped through the gate, the entire family, from the elderly to the children, greeted me with questions, smiles, and kindness that made me feel at ease.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669620911751548_image.png" alt="" />Initially, guests were just friends of the brothers in the house, but as time passed, someone shared and made small tours on their own, and eventually, foreign guests learned about it and chose it as a place to rest and relax. The longer he stayed in his hometown, the more he realized that his home and hometown could become a destination for those who prefer to live slowly, enjoy nature, and seek to rediscover themselves. As a result, she has decided to &quot;escape to her hometown&quot; as a homestay until now. I secretly admire you, one of the young people who dare to be themselves, to build a dream, and to lay the first brick for Lam Thuong to become a destination for those who want to learn about indigenous culture.</p>
<p><strong>DIVE INTO THE PEACEFUL NATURE</strong></p>
<p>On my first day in Lam Thuong, Xới took me to the Nặm Chắn waterfall, which is about 6 kilometers from my house. Because the waterfall water from the watershed flows out, it is very clear and cool, and both villagers and visitors agree that bathing is very enjoyable. People travel to the falls through rice fields, palm trees with umbrellas, and bamboo forests with green bamboo. If you can still see people's houses and flocks of ducks snuggling in the first paragraph, the next paragraph will be just you and the mountains and forests are overgrown with trees. Although the road has improved and can be ridden by motorcycle, most visitors to the falls prefer to trek. We crept into the forest to find the waterfall in the last days of the year, stomping our feet on the rustling dry leaves, following the sound of the Khuoi Luong stream, and then to the big waterfall. We stopped, closed our eyes, and took a deep breath before sitting down on the waterfall to feel the cool water around our feet, and soon saw the small fish come to &quot;massage&quot; us very pleasantly. If you want to push yourself even further, you can climb over large sprawling rocks and swerve through the last dense bushes to reach the top of the falls while watching the saliva splash white underfoot. The sound of the waterfall rumbling and flowing in unison with the sound of birds chirping in the middle of a lush forest. Visitors from noisy cities, like me, want to sit there forever, soaking in the atmosphere and sounds of the mountains and forests.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669621176484816_image.png" alt="" />The fresh stream flows down from the waterfall at Nặm Chắn.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669621556559574_image.png" alt="" />Stream flowing from the Nặm Chắn waterfall.</p>
<p>We returned home in the evening to eat a meal prepared by Xới's parents using the same ingredients as before, including chicken, rabbit, fish, and fresh vegetables. The warm meal in the yellow light of the courtyard at the foot of the stilt house was occasionally accompanied by laughter. Then, as the village went to sleep, we, strangers still sitting together, told headless stories, heard insects chirping, and gazed up at the starry sky before falling asleep.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669621883126079_image.png" alt="" />Tày people's rustic dish of grilled skewered pork.</p>
<p>The next day, I borrowed a bicycle by myself and cycled around the villages of Tông Pắng, Tông Pình Cại, and Thâm Pất. Even though I had harvested all of the golden roots smelling of ripe rice, I was engrossed in watching the field and inhaling the clear air. Valley Lam Thuong was surrounded by mountains and forests, and he noticed clouds swooping down on the roofs early in the morning. Because the villagers are farmers, they frequently get up early, cook breakfast, release cattle, and then go to the field to work as a refuge. As a result, if you look up at the high mountains and see the sun shining, blue smoke has surrounded the palm roofs when you look down at the village.</p>
<p>After breakfast, Xới led us to climb Khau Chảu mountain more than 2km from home. Because the road is not too long but steep, everyone must eat well to climb without faltering. The way up the mountain does not have streams or waterfalls, but in return, it passes many orchards and green trees, and wherever they go, whether patrons or strangers, they are happily invited by the villagers. Along the way, you also encounter herds of cows, buffaloes grazing, and uncles crossing the forest road to harvest corn and bamboo shoots at the end of the season.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669622170060251_image.png" alt="" />Tourists climb Mount Khau Chảu.</p>
<p>Everyone is surprised at the top of Khau Chau Mountain because the peak is not pointed but flat like plain, green grass and dotted with a few large palm trees. Khau Chau is only a few hundred meters high, but the route up many steep sections, whoever comes to Lam Thuong, just set foot in the Tay stilt house, you will immediately feel the airiness as well as the villagers' hospitality.</p>
<p>The Tay people here primarily farm, growing rice, corn, and crops, as well as raising cattle and poultry. Every family has a fish pond in addition to the vast rice fields that cover the valley. Water from mountain streams flows in, keeping the pond stocked with food for the fish and ducks. Many households have more chickens, pigs, rabbits, and dragon fruit plants... Lam Thuong people make many fresh specialties to treat guests, such as purple sticky rice, fish, gourd duck, native chicken, bamboo shoots, and spring moss, thanks to the fertile soil and abundant spring water.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669623113802152_image.png" alt="" />During the harvest season, rice fields become fragrant.</p>
<p>A meal in the village costs only 80,000-150,000 VND but provides both eyes and a full stomach. If you do not order rice at people's homes, trekking journeys, picnics, or streams, there is a shack where you can make a field meal when purchasing meat and fish in the village. Local chickens and ducks roam the field, ensuring that the meat is firm and chewy; fish raised in ponds for natural spring water should be consumed, particularly fish that is not fishy but also very valuable.</p>
<p>Currently, an Xới house serves as a community tourism service in Lam Thuong. Although the village is small, visitors from far away come to the house every year to play Tet and experience the idyllic life and very unique culture of the Tay people. He builds a pair of small stilt houses next to the stream, right next to the big house, for guests to enjoy some privacy when accompanying the couple or family, in addition to the large house that three or four generations of families live in.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669623182599238_image.png" alt="" />Upper green rice season in Lâm Thượng Valley.</p>
<p>And if you come here during the Tet holiday, you won't have to travel far because the Tay people in the village already have specialties in the house. They slaughtered pigs to eat until January, prepared kitchen meat, pork sauce, cooked fish, and gourd ducks, wrapped flowers to offer rice to ancestors and traveled long distances to treat guests. Tet visitors can try on traditional indigo dresses, shop for holiday items, go to the market, and actively participate in folk games such as tug of war, pushing sticks, blindfolds, and duck catching.</p>
<p>Lam Thuong does not have particularly unique or well-known scenery, but hidden within him are the breath of peace and soul, quiet but warm nights, and mornings full of clear clouds that cause everyone to feel lightheaded in a moment of simple but profound happiness.</p>
<p>Source: Hương Chi</p>
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      <title>Three beautiful waterfalls in Tuyen Quang - “Top 7 magical waterfalls” list</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em><strong>All are located in Na Hang - Lam Binh Nature Reserve, Tuyen Quang Province, and have impressive and majestic beauty. They have been nominated for &quot;Top 7 magical waterfalls&quot; within the framework of the program &quot;Top 7 impressive Vietnam 2022.&quot;</strong></em></p>
<p><strong>Nặm Me Waterfall</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669443428115723_image.png" alt="" />The breathtaking beauty of Nặm Me waterfall.</p>
<p>The waterfall has a length of about 4km and 15 majestic waterfall floors, with small waterfalls interspersed between the large waterfall layers, creating a &quot;soft white silk strip&quot; that stands out among the deep green mountains and forests. The waterfall has a broad and open surface, with water flowing four seasons through primeval forests and limestone mountains, as well as typical old forest trees that are uncommon in the tropics.</p>
<p>Climbing Nặm Me waterfall is determined to travel far. The rapids are challenging, the rocks are continuous, and there are three to four extremely difficult climbing points, as well as vertical cliffs 10-15m high and smooth moss.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669443576417953_image.png" alt="" />The Lam Binh District People's Committee (Tuyen Quang province) has announced the suspension of sightseeing and experience activities at Nm Me waterfall from 8-2022 in order to restore the ecology and environmental landscape.</p>
<p>Residents and visitors who want to visit Nm Me waterfall must register and obtain permission from the district authorities in some cases. Persons boarding the falls must follow all safety precautions.</p>
<p><strong>Khuoi Nhi (Khuổi Nhi) Waterfall</strong></p>
<p>Khuoi Nhi Waterfall is an interesting and must-see attraction for visitors to Lam Binh district, Tuyen Quang province.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669443637986397_image.png" alt="" />The Khuoi Nhi Waterfall from above.</p>
<p>To conquer the waterfall, visitors begin their practice at the foot of the Tuyen Quang hydroelectric dam. After more than an hour of floating on the lakebed and admiring the beautiful scenery on both sides, visitors arrive at Khuoi Nhi waterfall. The waterfall has many levels and flows 3 kilometers from the top of the mountain to the soft lake bed like a fairy hair stream in the middle of thousands.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669443682546803_image.png" alt="" />The Khuoi Nhi waterfall is soft in the middle of Tuyen Quang's mountains and forests.</p>
<p>According to the Na Hang Ecotourism Area Management Board, Khuoi Nhi waterfall has become a popular tourist destination on the lakebed. The unit conducted a survey and made the steps to the falls as convenient and safe as possible. The system of trees and primary forests is preserved in its natural state, with no human intervention.</p>
<p><strong>Khuoi Sung (Khuổi Súng) Falls</strong></p>
<p>Aside from Nặm Me and Khuoi Nhi waterfalls, Khuoi Sung waterfall is known as one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Tuyen Quang province, and the journey to conquer it is also quite difficult.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669443787154049_image.png" alt="" />The magical beauty of Khuoi Sung Waterfall is impressive; many small waterfalls intertwine to create a one-of-a-kind natural picture.</p>
<p>Khuoi Gun Waterfall is a large waterfall that flows from the Sinh Long mountain range, which contains many underground geysers and small ravines that flow to Trung Phin (Trung Phìn) mountain. The waterfall is made up of 15 different large and small waterfalls, each floor ranging in width from 30m to 50m, stretching for about 5km, with an average height of more than 700m above sea level and a large water flow all year.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669443858675804_image.png" alt="" />The waterfall floors range in height from 20m to more than 120m and are divided into many large and small waterfall floors, with the flowing water creating clear puddles at the waterfall's base. When the path is steep cliffs, dense trees, and desolate, conquering 15 floors of waterfalls is a real challenge for visitors.</p>
<p>Lam Binh (Lâm Bình) is a highland district in Tuyen Quang province, as well as a charming mountainous land surrounded by magnificent mountains and deep green forests, with many famous waterfalls such as Nặm Me, Khuoi Nhi, and Khuoi Sung...</p>
<p>In order to promote the potential bestowed by nature, Lam Binh district has focused on tourism development in recent years, with a special emphasis on building and improving the quality of traditional products and tours such as community tourism (homestay); experience tourism, exploring the ecological lake Na Hang - Lam Binh; caves, waterfalls, primeval forests; and experience the Long Tong (Lồng Tồng) festival and the Fire Dance festival.</p>
<p>Source: Nguyễn Phong - Photo: Hoàng Hưng</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Kneeling wildflowers cover the banks from the top to the foot of the R'Chai volcano, giving this season the appearance of ripe northwest rice terraces.</strong></p>
<p>R'Chai is located on provincial road 724 in R'Chai 3 village, Phu Hoi commune, Duc Trong district, Lam Dong province, about 40 kilometers from Da Lat's center in the direction of the Lien Khuong highway to Saigon.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364684809086_image.png" alt="" />Wildflowers kneeling in R'Chai, like many other places in Da Lat, began to bloom brightly around the end of October, and the beginning of November, coloring the entire mountain.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364710671814_image.png" alt="" />The K'Ho Cil primarily inhabits R'Chai. R'Chai is described as a double mountain by his compatriot K'Ho Cil.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364771129996_image.png" alt="" />For thousands of years, R'Chai has been a dormant volcano, with lava remnants leaving fertile basalt-red soil. This is the largest crop-growing area in Lam Dong province's Duc Trong district.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364815553190_image.png" alt="" />When viewed from above, the mountain is a brilliant yellow color, with green fields mixed with beautiful basalt-red soil at its base. This season, the blooming of wildflowers has drawn many visitors from near and far to check in.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364872409309_image.png" alt="" />It will take you about 45 minutes to walk from the bottom of the mountain to the top if you are in good health. Alternatively, you can ride a motorcycle for about 15 minutes up the middle of the volcano to the locals' vegetable fields.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364911275619_image.png" alt="" />The shape of the wildflowers in R'Chai, despite being wild, reminds visitors of the terraces in the Northwest Mountains.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364949496277_image.png" alt="" />On the banks of potato corn plots, wildflowers bloom. When visitors reach the top of the mountain, they are surrounded by the pink color of weasel-tailed grass and the green color of the crops cultivated and cared for by the people, in addition to the yellow color of wildflowers.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669364982916755_image.png" alt="" />R'Chai was painted in the dazzling landscape as the sunset. The yellow of wildflowers matches the yellow of the sunset, the basalt red, and the green of the trees... making the R'Chai space unmistakably beautiful.</p>
<p>To avoid getting lost because this is a new check-in point when you arrive at provincial road 724 in R'Chai 3 village, Phu Hoi commune, Duc Trong district, Lam Dong province, go straight to the residential area of Hamlet 3, alley 3/2 will bring you to the foot of R'Chai mountain. You can ride a motorcycle to the center of the volcano and enjoy the stunning scenery...</p>
<p>Source: Bùi Văn Hải (Báo Thanh Niên)</p>
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      <title>Rendezvous on a hill of pink grass</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em><strong>Those who have ever enjoyed singing on the pink grass hill of Da Lat in the early morning will never forget that scene and will remember the dear mountain town every year until the end of autumn and early winter.</strong></em></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669191799113044_image.png" alt="" />People have been talking about the season of glittering pink grass carpeted on the deserted hills of Da Lat for the past few years. Few people realize, however, that the image of pink grass hills stretching out to the eyes has been featured in Pham Duy's song since 1970:</p>
<p>&quot;Take me up the hill, there's no grass there.</p>
<p>Pick me up the hill, and we'll meet at sunrise.</p>
<p>Love has beautiful legs.</p>
<p>Remove your sandals and walk on the soft grass.&quot;</p>
<p>&quot;Pink Grass&quot; is the title of a song that acts as a diary page for infatuated youth, for musician Pham Duy's romance. Throughout the song, the pink grass hill represents a space filled with various love emotions. Perhaps 50 years ago, to date, the grass did not have to travel as far as it does today because the pink grass was present in the city's hills.</p>
<p><img src="https://heritagevietnamairlines.cdn.vccloud.vn/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/4860-NEW-1024x683.jpg" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669191928809354_image.png" alt="" />Pink grass is a weed; I'm not sure if it has a poetic name - pink grass - but farmers in this country call it hissing grass. They frequently grow in open ground in gardens, particularly on coffee plantations. The rainy season, according to the people of Da Lat, is the grass that begins to grow on the ground on any vacant land that has been left uncultivated for a long time. The blooming season begins at the end of October. When asked about the locals, they all smiled and replied, &quot;Dalat people, who go to endless remote areas to see flowers?&quot; The natives are not unfamiliar with this grass, nor do they overlook the beauty of these pure velvet carpets. Simply put, they went to the garden or a vacant lot on their way to work and were surrounded by small, idyllic pink grass. Perhaps that is enough for a wildflower to bloom every year for them.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669191970147157_image.png" alt="" />Until about 7 or 8 years ago, photographers and backpackers photographed the morning's shimmering pink grass hills, and these grassy hills became more well-known as a result. However, many people do not carefully learn about the most beautiful grass time of day, so it takes time to dive into the place and then be disappointed.</p>
<p>To get the best view of the grass, you must &quot;ambush&quot; early in the morning, between 5 and 7 a.m. You will be able to witness the transformative moments of velvet carpets spanning dozens of hectares. Around 5.6 a.m., the sun was still hidden behind the hills, with only a sliver of light in the sky, grass, and dew like a thin layer of succulent snow on the ground. Dreamers also refer to pink grass as snow grass at this time. Young people frequently choose to date each other to camp, spend the night in the grassy hills, and wake up the next morning to see a region that is both pure and wild in front of their eyes, sit and tell headless stories together, or quietly enjoy the cool peaceful air. In a poetic setting, silence is sufficient.</p>
<p>The sun rises around 6 to 7 a.m., the early rays of the day reflect on hundreds of millions of tiny dewdrops clinging to the leaves, the flowers make the scene shimmer, and the grass color changes from green to pink. This is the time of year when many people fall in love, and it is also the best time to take photos with pink grass.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669192118433749_image.png" alt="" />The Golden Valley tourist area and the Lonely Tree area are two popular places to see pink grass. To reach these pink grass hills from the center of Da Lat, take the Hoa Binh area landmark and travel about 20 kilometers towards Suoi Vang Lake, to the gate of the Golden Valley tourist area, and turn your left hand. Dalat also hosts the annual Pink Grass Hill festival here. If you want more privacy to enjoy the tranquility, walk 5 kilometers to the Golden Valley junction in the direction of Cu Times village, then continue on the trail for another 5 kilometers to the Lonely Tree. The road to this location is long and difficult to reach, but once there, you will find it worthwhile. In front of you is a lake, in the distance are hillsides hidden behind a thin mist, behind you is a forest of pine leaves gleaming in the early sun and a delicate pink stretches at the foot of the grass.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669192254525234_image.png" alt="" />Dalat with pink grass, wild kneeling, purple phoenix, cloud dew, and weather in desperate need of warmth... Not only is it a popular tourist destination, but it has also become a popular private location for couple dating. Thinking about that place over the years was not filled with glorious nostalgia, but with a light breath, a quiet story, whispering together...</p>
<p>Source: Nguyệt Phạm - Images: Nguyễn Quang Ngọc</p>
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      <title>Tien Giang’s ancient houses with historical and cultural significance</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Although Tien Giang is a small province, it has many natural and cultural attractions that draw tourists.</strong></p>
<p>Even for those who have traveled to the West, the Tien Giang travel journey to discover ancient houses familiar to indigenous people will be extremely new. Visitors will feel as if they have revisited a time that they have only heard about briefly in history books, enjoying many details that no one has told or told them.</p>
<h2 id="the-house-of-doc-phu-hai-c-phu-hai">The House of Doc Phu Hai (Đốc Phủ Hải)</h2>
<p>Address: 49 Hai Ba Trung, Ward 1, Go Cong Town, Tien Giang Province.</p>
<p>The Governor's House of Hai has both modern French architecture and ancient feudal times because it contains many stories about the great god Pham Dang Hung (Phạm Đăng Hưng) in the Royal Tomb a few kilometers away, Empress Dowager Tu Du (Từ Dũ) of the Hue court, and the leader of the rebels, national hero Truong Dinh (Trương Định). The exterior is built in Roman style, while the interior is mostly made of exquisitely sculpted ebony and meticulously written in Confucian script. The house contains over 350 decorative sea molds, grand letters, mother-of-pearl mosaics, and 70 artifacts. Visitors come to experience what a feudal landlord's regal life is like.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669174855769838_image.png" alt="" />Ms. Tran Thi Sanh (Trần Thị Sanh), the daughter of ba ho (bá hộ) Tran Van Do (Trần Văn Đổ) and Pham Thi Phung (Phạm Thị Phụng), lives in this house. Ms. Phung is the sister of Empress Dowager Tu Du's cousin, Ambassador Pham Dang Hung. Ms. Tran Thi Sanh (wife of national hero Truong Dinh) left the house to her stepson Duong Thi Huong (Dương Thị Hương) and son-in-law tri huyen (tri huyện) Truong Binh when she entered the temple to seek refuge, so this location is often referred to as Ba Huyen's (Bà Huyện) House.</p>
<p>This is one of three famous relics to visit: the Royal Mausoleum, the Truong Dinh tomb and temple, and the Doc Phu Hai (Đốc Phủ Hải) building.</p>
<h2 id="go-cong-governors-palace">Go Cong Governor’s Palace</h2>
<p>Address: Located on Nguyen Van Con Street, Ward 2, Go Cong Town, Tien Giang Province.</p>
<p>If the Hai governor's house is the largest residence, the Go Cong governor's palace is the largest public office. The governor's mansion is a two-story house with a total area of 1400m2 on a large campus with many trees.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669175317460483_image.png" alt="" />This is one of three famous relics to visit: the Royal Mausoleum, the Truong Dinh tomb and temple, and the Doc Phu Hai building.</p>
<h2 id="go-cong-go-cng-governors-palace">Go Cong (Gò Công) Governor's Palace</h2>
<p>Address: Located on Nguyen Van Con Street, Ward 2, Go Cong Town, Tien Giang Province.</p>
<p>If the Hai governor's house is the largest residence, the Go Cong governor's palace is the largest public office. The governor's mansion is a two-story house with a total area of 1400m2 on a large campus with many trees.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669177597120452_image.png" alt="" />The French built this structure in 1885 with a nearly 0.5m thick wall. The building has recently gained popularity and is now frequented by both local youth and tourists.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669177635099525_image.png" alt="" /><strong>Bach Cong Tu (Bạch Công Tử) House</strong></p>
<p>Address: 62 Dinh Bo Linh, Ward 3, My Tho City, Tien Giang Province.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669177737992989_image.png" alt="" />Bach Cong Tu (Bạch Công Tử) Le Cong Phuoc (Lê Công Phước) House was built between 1925 and 1926 on a land area of more than 4,000 m2. Mr. Le Cong Phuoc was born in the early twentieth century when he was known as the &quot;king of play.&quot; His relaxed appearance, fair complexion, cavalier demeanor, and arrogance but poise earned him the moniker &quot;Bạch Công Tử.&quot; Simultaneously, to distinguish himself from another notoriously wealthy individual, &quot;Hắc Công Tử&quot; Tran Trinh Huy (Trần Trinh Huy (Công Tử Bạc Liêu).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178225770849_image.png" alt="" />His house has &quot;sticky&quot; Western architecture as a result of a study abroad period in France. The entire truss system is made of precious wood, and the house has up to eight fish-scale tile roofs. The walls are 20 cm thick, and the foundation is made of card tiles, leather stone cladding, and encaustic tiles. Dragons, phoenixes, birds, animals, and flowers are embossed and intricately carved on the main door arches and the door arches on both sides.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178416515904_image.png" alt="" /></p>
<p>The Bach Cong Tu’s House in the past - Image:thamhiemmekong</p>
<p>Mr. Le Cong Phuoc used to set up a salary reform burden for both business and fame, but he eventually lost money. He was so desperate that he had to sell his property, then his house, eventually succumbing to addiction and dying. He was buried on the land that had once been his when he died. Nobody expected the region's richest man to die with nothing in his hands, and the grave was also cultivated with temporary land.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178510676829_image.png" alt="" />Later, when the Bach Cong Tu house was designated as a provincial historical-cultural relic, it was restored with objects such as tables and chairs, chandeliers, discographies, and miniatures,... and more trees were planted to give it a &quot;luxurious&quot; appearance at the start. The house is nearly a century old, but it still has the architectural beauty of the old wealthy class. This location is regarded as one of the oldest tourist attractions.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178607322604_image.png" alt="" /><strong>Royal Tomb of Go Cong</strong></p>
<p>Address: Located in Giong Son Quy (Giồng Sơn Quy) (Gò Rùa), today in Hoang Gia hamlet, Long Hung commune, Go Cong town, Tien Giang province.</p>
<p>This is the Pham Dang (Phạm Đăng) family's place of worship and tomb, whose grandfather Pham Dang Hung (Phạm Đăng Hưng) is the grandfather of King Tu Duc (Tự Đức), a relative of Queen Dowager Tu Du (Từ Dũ), wife of King Thieu Tri (Thiệu Trị).</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178747424928_image.png" alt="" />The entrance gate is built in a stylized triangular style, with a roof of borage tiles and a top carved with the image of a &quot;moon carp&quot; (carp looking at the moon) representing the owner's elegance. The mausoleum's unique feature is that it is entirely made of wood, with no nails used to connect wooden slats, trusses, or columns, but instead is chiseled together correctly.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178848384441_image.png" alt="" /><strong>Dong Hoa Hiep Ancient Village</strong></p>
<p>Address: Located in Dong Hoa Hiep commune, Cai Be district, Tien Giang province located in the lower Mekong River.</p>
<p>The Nguyen dynasty established a new unit, Long Ho Palace, in the eighteenth century, in 1732, and chose An Binh Dong village in present-day Dong Hoa Hiep commune as its capital. Dong Hoa Hiep village attracted many officials and wealthy landowners during its 25-year tenure as the seat of Long Ho Palace (1732-1757). As a result, the houses are constructed of precious wood with tile roofs, both tall and wide, in accordance with Eastern and Western architecture. The house is in an ideal location: next to the river, there is an orchard... so this village has a very distinctive appearance.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669178998669267_image.png" alt="" />These ancient gardeners have existed for over 150 years and are connected within a 2km radius, allowing visitors to walk around the village. Dong Hoa Hiep ancient village has seven hamlets and nearly 4,000 households, as well as trading orchards such as sand mango, gourmet orange, green grapefruit, longan, milk breast... and traditional crafts such as nuggets village, rice paper coating, milk cracker rolling...</p>
<p>Source: Giang Ý</p>
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      <title>Trekking Lảo Thẩn for only 1 million VND</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The journey to conquer Lao Than (Lảo Thẩn) Mountain will undoubtedly provide unforgettable experiences, even for those with no prior climbing experience.</strong></p>
<p>Lao Than is probably a well-known name among trekkers, but it is unfamiliar to many others. If you're still curious about this mountain, it's located in Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province, about 80 kilometers from Sapa town.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669040471025530_image.png" alt="" />Although not as majestic as Fansipan, the road is not as dangerous as climbing Putaleng mountain (3,049 m high in Ta Leng (Tả Lèng) commune, Tam Duong (Tam Đường) district, Lai Chau (Lai Châu) province); however, Lao Than is popular with tourists because it is one of the most beautiful cloud hunting spots in the Northwest.</p>
<p>However, Lao Than, like many other places, has the most beautiful times of the year, and if you want to explore and conquer this mountain, the months of October to December and March to May each year are the best. November to January of the following year, in particular, is the best time to hunt clouds and watch the beautiful sunrise.</p>
<p>So, let's go trekking in Lao Than right now!</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669040585843350_image.png" alt="" />When you arrive in Lao Than, you will notice that the &quot;sea of clouds&quot; is extremely fond of eyes like this.</p>
<h2 id="cost-of-climbing-lao-cai">Cost of climbing Lao Cai</h2>
<p>Hiring a porter is essential for those who have never trekked before, as well as those who have climbing experience. This is also one fixed cost (almost mandatory) when trekking, unlike when traveling elsewhere. However, the cost of porter rentals is not prohibitively expensive, so don't be concerned.</p>
<p>Furthermore, when trekking, it is best to invite only one group to accompany you (about 5-7 people). To be safe, never go alone and never go with too few people.</p>
<p><em><strong>For your convenience, here is the cost of climbing Lao Than mountain in two days and one night for a group of five people. If you are traveling in a larger group, multiply this amount to estimate your expenses when trekking Lao Than!</strong></em></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669040671859640_image.png" alt="" />Porter not only led the way but also carried items for the friends, bringing more food to prepare for everyone once the group reached the summit. Spend no money on this! It's fine as long as you hire a reputable porter.</p>
<h3 id="general-cost">General cost:</h3>
<p>1 million VND/2 porter rental</p>
<p>200,000 VND for snacks and drinks</p>
<p>500,000 VND for a 2-day motorcycle rental</p>
<p>Lunch costs around 700,000 VND.</p>
<p>Expenses incurred (parking, roadside water): 100,000 VND</p>
<p>As a result, the total general cost is 2.5 million VND/5 people. Divide 500,000 VND by the average person.</p>
<h3 id="separate-expenses-separate-items-per-person">Separate expenses (separate items per person)</h3>
<p>To get to Lao Than, take the bus to Sapa and allow yourself as much time as possible to rest. In fact, you can go straight to Y Ty (Y Tý), but for those who are not in good health, such a move will consume a lot of energy, not to mention that without time to rest and start the journey right away, climbing will be difficult.</p>
<p>As a result, you must spend more money on buses traveling from Hanoi to Sa Pa. The average round-trip price is 400,000 VND.</p>
<p>Accommodation and meals cost 150,000 VND per person.</p>
<p>The sum of these individual expenses is estimated to be around 550,000 VND per person.</p>
<p>Furthermore, after completing the trekking journey, you can travel to Sapa to walk around and buy specialties as gifts while waiting for the bus from Sapa to Hanoi.</p>
<p>Thus, the cost of climbing Lao Than for two days and one night (including travel from HN to Sapa) is approximately: 1 million VND/person.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669040888022605_image.png" alt="" />The end of the year is beautiful but cold, so make sure you have enough utensils, jackets, and other warm clothing.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669040907750158_image.png" alt="" /><strong>What do you need to prepare for?</strong></p>
<p>Each trip must prepare all of the necessary items for the trip to be the most complete, with climbing being especially important.</p>
<p><em><strong>As a result, here are the essential items that you should not overlook:</strong></em></p>
<p>- Smooth trekking shoes with a good grip to keep you from slipping. Because walking in the summer is often squashy and sweaty, waterproof climbing.</p>
<p>- Approximately 2-3 raincoats</p>
<p>- Travel backpack: Use a backpack with multiple compartments and shoulder pads to prevent fatigue.</p>
<p>- Tents for camping.</p>
<p>- A sleeping bag.</p>
<p>- Pads for sleeping bags.</p>
<p>- Travel bag with multiple functions</p>
<p>- Clothing: nightgown, sun jacket, wind jacket, etc.</p>
<p>- Pain relievers, abdominal pain medications, headache medications...</p>
<p>- Medical supplies: scissors, gauze, cotton, ego, glucose, etc.</p>
<p>- Insect repellents and sunscreen.</p>
<p>- A camera, a phone, and a power bank.</p>
<p>Furthermore, to serve the dining on top of the mountain, you can bring the following items and ask the porter for assistance if you are not in good enough health:</p>
<p>- Picnic and grilling grills (if you want to organize a BBQ).</p>
<p>- Charcoal, lighters, and aluminum foil</p>
<p>- Ingredients for baked goods that have already been marinated.</p>
<p>- Fast food: cakes, hot dogs, bread...</p>
<p>- Water consumption (sufficient for members).</p>
<p>With the information provided above, you should be able to plan your budget as well as all of the necessary supplies and too<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669041157679773_image.png" alt="" />ls for your journey to the peak of Lao Than Mountain!</p>
<p>Source: Toquoc.vn</p>
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      <title>Children’s entertainment venues in Hanoi</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks to this list of fun places, parents will never have to worry about &quot;Where to take your child&quot; every weekend or holiday.</p>
<p>Take your child out every weekend to keep them interested; parents should not be too tired, and taking a long time is a concern for &quot;no one's own.&quot; Below is a list of children's play areas in Hanoi that have the advantage of being close, moving little (only within a radius of about 10km), and meeting the needs of children's entertainment, entertainment, and discovery that parents can refer to change for their children every time they go out.</p>
<h3 id="park">Park</h3>
<p>Playing outside not only helps children absorb Vitamin D well, but it also encourages children to improve a variety of skills for overall development.</p>
<p>According to the educator known for Montessori pedagogy, nature is a significant content area in education. She encourages children to play and be more active outside. Many factors influence children's mental and physical development when they play in open spaces and fresh air. Parents can look at the parks listed below.</p>
<p>- Thu Le (Thủ Lệ) Park - Buoi (Bưởi) Street, Thu Le, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- West Lake Water Park - Lac Long Quan, Nhat Tan, Tay Ho, Hanoi</p>
<p>- Cau Giay (Cầu Giấy) Park - Duy Tan, Dich Vong, Cau Giay, Hanoi</p>
<p>- Nghia Do (Nghĩa Đô) Park - Nguyen Van Uyen Street, in Dich Vong Ward, Cau Giay District, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Peace Park - Pham Van Dong Street, Xuan Dinh, Bac Tu Liem, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Thong Nhat (Thống Nhất) Park - Le Duan, Phuong Lien, Dong Da, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Bach Thao (Bách Thảo) Park - Hoang Hoa Tham, Ngoc Ho, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Yen So (Yên Sở) Park - Gamuda Central, Hoang Mai, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- New Sun Park - Lac Long Quan, Nhat Tan, Tay Ho, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Thanh Ha (Thanh Hà) Water Park - Bac Lam (Bắc Lãm), Ha Dong, Hanoi.</p>
<p>Museum<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669039625543027_image.png" alt="" /><strong>Museum</strong></p>
<p>If you have some free time, take your child to a museum. This not only helps children relax and discover new things, but it also has many other advantages. Parents can visit the museums listed below.</p>
<p>- Museum of Ethnology - Nguyen Van Uyen, Quan Hoa, Cau Giay, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Museum of Nature - Hoang Quoc Viet, Nghia Do, Cau Giay, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- National History Museum - Tran Quang Khai, Trang Tien, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Vietnam Fine Arts Museum - Nguyen Thai Hoc, Dien Bien, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Ho Chi Minh Museum - Ngoc Ha, Doi Can, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Vietnam Forest Resources Museum - National Highway 1A, Vinh Quynh, Thanh Tri, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Hanoi Museum - Pham Hung, Me Tri, Nam Tu Liem, Hanoi.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669040083173542_image.png" alt="" /></p>
<h3 id="outdoor-places">Outdoor places</h3>
<p>Outdoor activities can provide children with energy and good health. Outdoor games, according to research, can help increase muscle and bone strength, boost immunity, and lower the risk of diseases such as heart disease and obesity. Parents can find the locations listed below.</p>
<p>- Hanoi Flagpole - 28A Dien Bien Phu, Dien Bien, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Hoan Kiem (Hoàn Kiếm) Lake Walking Street</p>
<p>- Van Mieu (Văn Miếu) - Quoc Tu Giam (Quốc Tử Giám) - Quoc Tu Giam, Van Mieu, Dong Da, Hanoi</p>
<p>- Thang Long Imperial Citadel - 19C Hoang Dieu, Dien Bien, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Bac (Bác) Mausoleum and Ba Dinh (Ba Đình) Square - 8 Hung Vuong, Dien Bien, Ba Dinh, Hanoi.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1669039812783714_image.png" alt="" /><strong>Creative play areas and scientific or craft experiences</strong></p>
<p>- Steam for kid</p>
<p>- Creative Studio – Creative Gara</p>
<p>- Panasonic Risupia Vietnam</p>
<p>- Play! Lac Long Quan Cafe</p>
<p>- Playtown - Play space for children, coffee for parents</p>
<p>- Steam Academy - Steam Academy</p>
<h3 id="library">Library</h3>
<p>Assist children in learning by playing, playing, and learning while ensuring safety, friendliness, and a high level of education. The library will be a place for children to foster positive attitudes and qualities. From there, teach them discipline, solidarity, teamwork, virtues, and moral qualities while also guiding children's curiosity. Parents can find the locations listed below.</p>
<p>- National Library - 31 Trang Thi, Tran Hung Dao, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Hanoi Library - 54E Tran Hung Dao, Hang Bai, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.</p>
<h3 id="childrens-play-areas">Children's play areas</h3>
<p>Too many children in the country and around the world are currently passive in technology products that harm their mental health and development. The fact that parents allow their children to play outside in both indoor and outdoor play areas will help them develop a wide range of learning skills. Motor toys and educational toys allow children to play and learn at the same time, which is a fun way for them to learn new skills. Play allows children to rehearse what they learned in class. Parents can find the locations listed below.</p>
<p>- Tiniworld</p>
<p>- Kidzplay</p>
<p>- Mr. Haahoo Children's Play Area System</p>
<p>- Domiku Smile</p>
<p>- TimesCity: VINKE Children's Educational Play Area, Vinpearl Aquarium: Minh Khai, Times City Urban Area, Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi.</p>
<p>- Royal City: Ice Skating Rink, Games Area, KidzCiti Career City</p>
<p>- Kolorado</p>
<p>- Dóo Entertainment - Hanoi Creative City</p>
<p>Save the list of dozens of fun places for kids above to your phone, and parents will never have to worry about &quot;Where to take your child&quot; every weekend or holiday.</p>
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      <title>Hac Hai Lagoon, where wild birds return to the nest</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Accepting an invitation from a conservationist friend to observe wild birds nesting, the author eagerly nodded his head and set out. The aluminum martial arts boat with the co-le motor transported us back to the south of Hac Hai (Hạc Hải) lagoon from the salt barrier dam of My Trung (Mỹ Trung) village (Gia Nin commune, Quang Ninh (Quảng Ninh) district, Quang Binh (Quảng Bình) province).</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756271291094_image.png" alt="" />Hac Hai Lagoon is a bird nesting area.</p>
<p>Mr. Nguyen Cong Xuan (50 years old) and Ms. Do Thi Hoa (48 years old rice )'s fields in Xuan Hoa village, Hoa Thuy commune, Le Thuy district, Quang Binh province took more than 30 minutes to reach. He smiled at us, his face blackened by the sun and wind.</p>
<p>Mr. Xuan sat on a simple makeshift leaf hut in the vast middle of the lagoon, slowly pouring a cup of water to inviting guests and then telling. His family was granted approximately 10 hectares of rice and aquaculture land on the Hac Hai lagoon in the 2000s. Because birds were flying in the fields at the time, the couple combined rice production with the bird trade as a source of income. Catching wild birds and selling them for a high profit, some days the profit is nearly seven million, but the flock of birds is gradually diminishing, and he feels sorry for the lagoon.</p>
<p>Hac Hai Lagoon is located in Quang Binh province, at the intersection of the districts of Quang Ninh and Le Thuy. This location is rich in historical and cultural significance, as well as shimmering and poetic scenery.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756489888829_image.png" alt="" />Xuan set sail to look after the bird nests.</p>
<p>&quot;Every night I can't sleep because the storks and cauldrons ring in my ears like a rebuke for my work. I immediately discussed with my wife not trading wild birds anymore, but rather protecting them to make amends for the birds' mistreatment. My wife didn't think much about it and nodded her head in agreement &quot;Xuan stated.</p>
<p>Mr. Nguyen Cong Xuan and Ms. Do Thi Hoa have been protecting birds of prey on the family's rice land in the middle of Hac Hai lagoon since then. He and his wife have always been steadfast in their actions, ignoring the gossip of those around them.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756539048948_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Nguyen Cong Xuan explained that the act of protecting wild birds stems from the fact that he and his wife feel &quot;indebted&quot; because they once eradicated wild birds to earn a living.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756564395069_image.png" alt="" />To encourage the birds to return, he and his wife borrowed 100 million VND and traveled to the south to purchase water coconuts to plant. Birds nested in droves during the early years of lush greenery.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756587569693_image.png" alt="" />However, when a historic flood swept away thousands of water coconuts in 2020, birds were forced to fly to find a new home. Mr. Xuan's family, refusing to give up, is currently preparing to plant fig seedlings and sesame loc.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756614104811_image.png" alt="" />The final resting place of Mr. Xuan and his wife is the rice field.</p>
<p>According to Mr. Xuan, the investment must also include nearly 200 million VND for the creation of a green belt where many generations of birds can nest. Every nightfall, the sound of birds being trapped has been replaced by the sound of birds flocking to their nests.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756659263097_image.png" alt="" />On the Hac Hai Lagoon in the afternoon.</p>
<p>Xuan passionately told us how to distinguish each bird through song, and stories about the behavior and habits of each bird, while pointing to the reeds where the birds were flying.</p>
<p>&quot;I hope that everyone will work together to protect the birds of the sky and not aid in actions that endanger the lives of birds in order to protect the ecological balance of the environment, as well as to protect us and our children in the future,&quot; Mr. Nguyen Cong Xuan said.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756713782300_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Xuan and his wife raised mallards in rice fields.</p>
<p>Mr. Xuan's wife, Ms. Do Thi Hoa, revealed, &quot;For the past five years, my wife and I have been working to protect wild birds. The keeping of wild birds has supporters and detractors, but for us, wild birds coming to live on this land are a source of great joy. The sound of storks and birds singing helped me feel secure in my previous actions, and I promised myself that I would protect birds of the sky for the rest of my life.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756764087986_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Xuan and his wife raised more mallards to increase their income from their rice field, while also cherishing a plan to do ecotourism, experiences for young people, students, and small groups of families in the city on weekends to go to his rice field to watch birds nest; At night, experience the farmer's life with activities such as crabbing, catching snails and sleeping in tents. Mr. Xuan admitted that in order to carry out that plan, he and his wife would have to work even harder.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668756806128877_image.png" alt="" />On the Hac Hai Lagoon in the afternoon.</p>
<p>Both the guests and the owner continued to enjoy each story, oblivious to the fact that the sun had set behind the top of The Head Mountain of the Annamite Mountains. The author believes that with that mindset and humane approach, he and his wife will be successful.</p>
<p>Source: Hoàng Bùi</p>
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      <title>Van Long Lagoon - the “place with the largest natural picture”</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Van Long (Vân Long) Lagoon, Ninh Binh (Ninh Bình) province, is recognized by the Vietnam Record Book Center as the 'place with the largest natural picture' in Vietnam. It is the largest wetland in the North, with undulating rocky mountains in the middle of a vast body of water.</p>
<p>Van Long Lagoon is located in the south of the Tonkin Plain, in Gia Sinh commune, Gia Vien (Gia Viễn) district, Ninh Binh province.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755299500691_image.png" alt="" />Van Long lagoon's wild and peaceful beauty.</p>
<p>Van Long lagoon has become a key tourist destination in the country, holding two Vietnam Record Book Center records in 2010: &quot;the place with the greatest number of white-rumped langurs&quot; and &quot;the place with the largest natural picture.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755359535718_image.png" alt="" />Visitors explore Van Long lagoon by boat.</p>
<p>The famous American director Jordan Vogt-Roberts chose this location as the setting for most of the &quot;marine&quot; scenes in the blockbuster film Kong: Skull Island.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755406843748_image.png" alt="" />According to the Ninh Binh newspaper, Van Long was not a natural freshwater lagoon but was created in 1960 by constructing a dike on the left bank of the Day (Đáy) Rivers to prevent flooding.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755476014307_image.png" alt="" />Van Long has since grown into a vast wetland of up to 3,500ha, with beautiful rocks and caves, and was opened to tourism in 1998.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755499476463_image.png" alt="" />Van Long Lagoon is known as &quot;the place with the greatest natural picture.&quot;</p>
<p>According to the Ninh Binh Department of Information and Communications website, during the dry season (11 to 4 months next year), Van Long becomes a wintering destination for many migratory birds from the North, including the Bonelli eagle, gray heron, large stork, stork, white stork, cauldron...</p>
<p>Van Long wetland nature reserve was designated as the 9th Ramsar area in Vietnam and the 2,360th Ramsar area in the world in 2019.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755604899937_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can camp by the Van Long lagoon.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755631113710_image.png" alt="" />Van Long lagoon is an interesting stopover because of its unspoiled and peaceful natural scenery.</p>
<p>There are also 457 species of higher plants and 35 species of aquatic plants, including flower slices, abstinences, broadleaf trees, tonic cores, cypresses, money codes, canopy flowers, and Tonkin lions, which are all listed in the Book of Vietnam.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755679974501_image.png" alt="" />Van Long has both peaceful and majestic scenery.</p>
<p>Van Long Lagoon is also known as the &quot;waveless bay,&quot; because when sailing on the lagoon, visitors will see the flat water reflecting the majestic mountains like a giant mirror. The water in Van Long Lagoon is crystal clear, revealing the moss on the bottom.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755747684525_image.png" alt="" />Under the water, grasses and reeds grow wild, as do dog tails and green orchids. The paddles open the water gently, taking visitors around the canyon... in the midst of a poetic, peaceful, and quiet space.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668755773899839_image.png" alt="" />Van Long lagoon, with its pristine and peaceful natural scenery, is an appealing destination for those who enjoy exploring nature and immersing themselves in rivers and mountains.</p>
<p>Source: Nguyễn Thanh Tuấn – Nguyễn Phong</p>
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      <title>Vực Hòm Waterfall leads the vote “Top 7 magical waterfalls”</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>According to the</strong> <a href="https://top7vietnam.sgtiepthi.vn/"><strong>https://top7vietnam.sgtiepthi.vn/</strong></a> <strong>website, Vuc Hom (Vực Hòm) waterfall, Phu Yen (Phú Yên) province, is leading the vote in the category &quot;Top 7 magical waterfalls&quot; after two weeks of opening the voting portal &quot;Top 7 impressive Vietnam 2022.&quot;</strong></p>
<p>Vuc Hom Waterfall is in the commune of An Linh (An Lĩnh), Tuy An district, Phu Yen province. The Vuc Hom waterfall is notable for its distinct geological structure.</p>
<p>The rock in The Vuc Hom waterfall has a longitudinal circuit structure, forming vertical blocks with faults snouted like caves, similar to the rock circuit in the special national scenic Ganh Da Dia (Gành Đá Đĩa).</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668613689779155_image.png" alt="" />&quot;Upside-down Disc Rock&quot; makes up the Vuc Hom Waterfall.</p>
<p>The waterfall gets its water from a height of about 20 meters, with many basalt columns stacked on top of each other in the shape of &quot;Upside Down Disc Rock.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668613747266457_image.png" alt="" />Aerial view of the Vuc Hom Waterfall.</p>
<p>Visitors should travel about 30 kilometers north on National Highway 1A from Tuy Hoa (Tuy Hòa) city, then turn left onto DT634 road to Van Hoa (Vân Hòa) plateau for about 10 kilometers, then turn right onto a large concrete road, run through forests, and overcome several steep slopes to reach Vinh Xuan (Vĩnh Xuân) village. Motorbikes will come quite close to the waterfall, and visitors can park their cars at people's homes and walk about 600m to the waterfall's base.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668613860887559_image.png" alt="" />To see The Vuc Hom waterfall, visitors must travel along a winding road that is strewn with rocks. However, this is also what makes The Vuc Hom waterfall appealing because it retains the wildness and joy that visitors experience when crossing the road and conquering the waterfall.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668613897665091_image.png" alt="" />The Vuc Hom waterfall's rocks have a longitudinal structure, forming vertical blocks with some faults snouted like caves.</p>
<p>From March to September, the lake at the foot of The Vuc Hom falls is quite large and clear; this is an ideal time for camping and swimming, especially between mid-March and May. The water will be shallow by the end of May, and the waterfall will be very fragile and no longer beautiful.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668613958174777_image.png" alt="" />It is not a waterfall with a high height or many layers of waterfalls, but it is The Vuc Hom waterfall's unique geological structure and poetic nature that attracts visitors from far and wide and receives many votes in the &quot;Top 7 magical waterfalls.&quot;</p>
<p>Source: Nguyễn Phong</p>
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      <title>Ly Son Island’s green moss volcanic sediments</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Millions of years of volcanic sedimentary rocks in the Ly Son island district (Quang Ngai) have been covered with green moss, creating a poetic landscape that draws visitors.</p>
<p>Green moss grows like a carpet for kilometers on volcanic sedimentary rocks in the Ly Son district of Quang Ngai province.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668234473267758_image.png" alt="" />Mountain sedimentary rocks in this island district grow green moss everywhere after long days of rough seas and warm sunny weather. The green moss carpet stands out against the clear sea water beneath the ancient crater Thoi Loi in the photo</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.tcdulichtphcm.vn/upload/2-2022/images/2022-05-12/1652327991-bbe2a9625220bb7ee231.jpg" alt="Green moss volcanic sediments in Ly Son Island - 3" />Every year, the moss season in Ly Son Island lasts from January to the end of the third lunar month. A unique volcanic sedimentary rock near Hang Co relic area, Ly Son district, is shown in the photograph.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668332201882097_image.png" alt="" />&quot;We came to Ly Son Island to travel because there were many rocks covered in green moss. The pristine and romantic natural space of the island here provided us with a particularly interesting feeling throughout the journey &quot;Ms. Nguyen Thi Anh Lan stated (Hanoi).</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668332230951038_image.png" alt="" />Volcanic sedimentary cliffs are covered in green moss in the scenic Hang Pagoda district of Ly Son island.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668332274498089_image.png" alt="" />With each wave crashing against the white shore, the mossy patch on the volcanic sedimentary rock stands out.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668332297240099_image.png" alt="" />In front of An Hai village area, Ly Son island district, green moss forms a long streak like a silk strip. &quot;The province is looking for companies that want to invest in tourism and services worthy of the fatherland island district. We believe that the local tourism industry will thrive in the coming years &quot;Ninh expressed his optimism.</p>
<p>Source: PV (DNVN)</p>
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      <title>Chu Dang Ya volcano “burns” yellow during the wildflower season</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Chu Dang Ya volcano is one of Gia Lai's most popular tourist attractions, with a field of bright yellow wildflowers stretching across the mountains and hills.</strong></p>
<p>Apart from well-known tourist attractions such as T'Nuong Lake, Phu Cuong Waterfall, Minh Thanh Pagoda, Yaly Hydropower Lake... Chu Dang Ya volcano is an appealing destination for visitors looking to enjoy nature's gift to the majestic Central Highlands.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151058222026_image.png" alt="" />Chu Dang Ya volcano is located 30 kilometers northeast of Pleiku city center, nestled among four mountains, in Ploi Iagri village, Chu Dang Ya commune, Chu Păh district, Gia Lai province.</p>
<p>Every November, the wild stream 'burns' a whole land of heaven on the hillsides, dispelling the gloomy atmosphere and freezing cold wind in the midst of the red ripe coffee harvest.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151117157204_image.png" alt="" />Winter leopard flowers are kneeling with the people of the Central Highlands, signaling the end of winter.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151180869993_image.png" alt="" />The path to Chu Dang Ya volcano is lined with two rows of bright yellow wildflowers.</p>
<p>It is also customary for the Chu Păh People's Committee to organize a wildflower festival on Chu Dang Ya mountain every 11th month. Traveling to Gia Lai and visiting Chu Dang Ya on this occasion allows visitors to see the golden color of rustic wildflowers and participate in many exciting activities and discover the beauty of indigenous culture. The beauty created by a volcano's 'death' serves as a brand for tourism and the people who live here.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151446332516_image.png" alt="" />When viewed from above, Chu Dang Ya volcano appears to be a massive funnel covered in the brilliant yellow color of wildflowers.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151612892863_image.png" alt="" />Chu Dang Ya not only attracts tourists from near and far, but it is also a place where young people come to bloom and is a highly appealing place for 'virtual living' enthusiasts.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151680922301_image.png" alt="" />Wildflower season lasts about a month and is at its peak in mid-November.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151739983789_image.png" alt="" />The wild yellow kneeling from the entrance to the mountain slopes and then falling on their backs like a soft carpet are mostly wild and grow naturally.</p>
<p>Climbing the crater rim takes about 20 minutes to see the full beauty of the Chu Dang Ya volcano. You can enjoy a panoramic view of Gia Lai mountain town from here, a pristine idyllic sky full of sunshine and wind, although rustic but charming and strangely distracting.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668151808468201_image.png" alt="" />The Chu Dang Ya volcano is hidden beneath the clouds, creating a majestic and mysterious scene.</p>
<p>Source: Thảo Phương</p>
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      <title>Beautiful four-season destination</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Moc Chau (Mộc Châu) Plateau has stunning natural scenery in all four seasons.</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668056385377644_image.png" alt="" />There's Moc Chau! I used to come here to escape the sweltering heat of summer. I used to hide from the freezing winter night mist. I used to get lost in the lovely flower fields in the spring. On the Hmong New Year, I used to walk in the footsteps of ethnic people. Whatever time I visited Moc Chau, the highland land left me with unforgettable emotions.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668056677770995_image.png" alt="" />When the spring sun shines on Moc Chau Mountain, the typical flowers of the Northwest mountains race to show off. The majestic mountain and forest photos are adorned with plum, plum, and apricot blossoms. The colors of spring paint the poetic scene: pure white apricot flowers, plum blossoms, bright pink peach blossoms, brilliant yellow cabbage beds, and green young buds.</p>
<p>Every degree of spring flower blooming on National Highway 6 from Hanoi to Moc Chau is always crowded with tourists. Simply walk along the main route to see the flower hills. And backpackers who seek pristine beauty frequently visit flower forests in remote villages or regions. There are only mountains and flowers, which are as lovely as a fairy tale!</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668056875494846_image.png" alt="" />Nothing beats escaping the sweltering summer sun in a green and refreshing environment like Moc Chau. Wander among the grasslands and green tea hills of Moc Chau Farm Town, or relax and immerse yourself in the cool water of Dai Yem (Dải Yếm) waterfall, or explore famous caves such as The Five Caves  (Ngũ Động) of Ban Yen (Bản Yến), Son Moc Huong (Sơn Mộc Hương) cave, and Bat (Dơi) Cave. Ang (Áng) village pine forest is a poetic destination as well, where many tourists appear to be in Da Lat with a peaceful pine forest shining down on the calm lake. Moc Chau now has an ecotourism type to visit peach orchards and plum gardens in the early summer. Visitors can learn about indigenous people's lives by picking fruits with them...</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1668056996009717_image.png" alt="" />It is still that calm, clear space, but with a chill that makes the scenery of Moc Chau mountain deeper and gentler. The winding tea hills retain their rustic green hue. Many tourists, especially couples taking wedding photos, stop at hills after hills, green after green, terraced tea hills and heart-shaped tea hills. This is also the season for golden ripe rice, which is grown in the villages. Choose an elevated vantage point to spread your eyes over the most beautiful terraced fields. If you plan to visit Moc Chau in the autumn, don't miss the opportunity to celebrate Independence Day 2/9 with the Mong people. If the Hmong people's traditional Tet is only celebrated within the family, family line, or neighboring villages, the Independence Tet has the connection of the Hmong community in many different localities, and they come to Moc Chau town to meet and celebrate Tet. Visitors can not only admire the beauty of traditional costumes, but also participate in and immerse themselves in the Mong people's unique folk activities.</p>
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<p>Despite being a cold country, winter in Moc Chau has its own charms. Moc Chau welcomes delegations of visitors to the clam, relaxing in that flowery place while waiting for the fields of white mustard blossoms to bloom. The red dirt road leading to the field's entrance is more vibrant than ever, with flaps of yellow wildflowers, red poinsettia flowers, or simply delicate wildflowers. Visitors will be enticed to forget about time and indulge in flowers or take photographs in areas densely packed with white cabbage, such as Ba Phach (Ba Phách) village, Hammer (Búa) village, and Ang village.</p>
<p>Source: Lê Anh</p>
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      <title>7 Hanoi museums you should visit at least once</title>
      <link>https://trulyvietnam.net/7-hanoi-museums-you-should-visit-at-least-once-158.html</link>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Enjoy the peaceful late autumn atmosphere at the museum sites decorated with ancient Hanoi colors.</p>
<p>Many impressive museums and art exhibition centers can be found in Hanoi. This is not only an ideal stop, but also a place for souls who appreciate history, art, and culture to ponder the fundamental values of humanity.</p>
<p>Let's visit 7 Hanoi museums this autumn with us to enjoy all the beauty and beauty of this place.</p>
<h3 id="1-hanoi-museum"><strong>1. Hanoi Museum</strong></h3>
<p>The Hanoi Museum is one of the city's most important and well-known museums. It was built in 1982 and has since been remodeled into a magnificent and modern inverted tower structure on Pham Hung Street.</p>
<p>This location contains many historical markers as well as a large number of artifacts and antiquities, particularly collections of stoneware, bronze, and ceramics from various dynasties. Visitors to the Hanoi Museum will be able to admire the paintings of old Hanoi, as well as typical objects of the thousand-year-old capital, such as flowers with mausoleums and Sword Lake turtle skeletons...</p>
<p>Furthermore, the museum campus is extremely large, allowing visitors to rest and take souvenir photos.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981071916757_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981077945190_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981089340425_image.png" alt="" />Furthermore, the museum campus is extremely large, allowing visitors to rest and take souvenir photos.</p>
<p><em>Address: Pham Hung Street, Me Tri</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h-17h (Monday - Sunday)</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: Free</em></p>
<h3 id="2-vietnam-fine-arts-museum"><strong>2. Vietnam Fine Arts Museum</strong></h3>
<p>Come to the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum this season and feel the beauty and beauty in each painting work displayed here. This place not only attracts visitors with valuable fine artworks, but it also makes visitors admire the architecture mixed with European influences and traditional Vietnamese culture.</p>
<p>The museum's art gallery space is extremely diverse, with many floors and galleries of fine artworks of various themes. Many visitors enjoy oil paintings or paper paintings from silk galleries.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.tcdulichtphcm.vn/upload/4-2022/images/2022-11-01/1667313463-image_2022-11-01_212613179.png" alt="7 bảo tàng tại Hà Nội bạn nên ghé thăm ít nhất một lần - 4" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981176800360_image.png" alt="" />For young art lovers, the ancient space with a variety of fine artworks is an ideal destination.</p>
<p><em>Address: Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Ba Dinh</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h30-17h (Tuesday - Sunday)</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: 30,000-50,000 VND/person</em></p>
<h3 id="3-national-museum-of-history"><strong>3. National Museum of History</strong></h3>
<p>The National History Museum preserves the Vietnamese nation's dignified and heroic historical values from prehistoric times to the present. This location is similar to a book that contains the most detailed and fascinating ancient journeys and stories.</p>
<p>The museum, in particular, collects a plethora of national treasures, as well as a collection of rare antiques for domestic and foreign visitors to admire. With classic architecture imbued with the national breath, this is undoubtedly an ideal meeting place for those who appreciate the country's history.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.tcdulichtphcm.vn/upload/4-2022/images/2022-11-02/1667404345-thi---t-k----ch--a-c---t--n--47-.png" alt="7 bảo tàng tại Hà Nội bạn nên ghé thăm ít nhất một lần - 7" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981247010446_image.png" alt="" />Visit the National Museum of History to relive the pages of heroic history.</p>
<p><em>Address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Campus 1: Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem</em></p>
<p><em>- Campus 2: Tran Quang Khai Street, Hanoi</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h-17h (Monday - Sunday)</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: 20,000-40,000 VND/person</em></p>
<h3 id="4-vietnam-womens-museum"><strong>4. Vietnam Women's Museum</strong></h3>
<p>The Vietnamese Women's Museum is located on Ha Thanh's most beautiful and ancient street. With the desire to honor the beauty and merits of women from ancient times to the present, this place preserves many cultural values of Vietnamese women while also serving as a center for global women's cultural exchange in the pursuit of equality, development, and peace.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981307207043_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981313560448_image.png" alt="" />The museum displays jewelry and costume artifacts.</p>
<p><em>Address: Ly Thuong Kiet Street, Hoan Kiem</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h-17h (Monday - Sunday)</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: 10,000-40,000 VND/person</em></p>
<h3 id="5-vietnam-literature-museum"><strong>5. Vietnam Literature Museum</strong></h3>
<p>An intriguing location with a large intellectual literary treasure, but this location has not been widely publicized. For a literature buff, this museum will be like a cathedral, storing documents and artifacts about famous writers and poets from all times.</p>
<p>Not only does the museum display valuable artifacts, but it also arranges to recreate scenes from literary works to preserve their invaluable value, allowing viewers to feel immersed in the rhythm of life at the time.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981383492174_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981389333492_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981396231573_image.png" alt="" />This museum houses valuable poetic treasures from famous poets.</p>
<p><em>Address: Au Co Street, Tay Ho</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h-17h (Monday - Sunday)</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: 20,000 VND/person</em></p>
<h3 id="6-bat-trang-pottery-museum"><strong>6. Bat Trang Pottery Museum</strong></h3>
<p>Despite the fact that it only opened last year, the Bat Trang Pottery Museum has drawn a large number of visitors. The museum's architecture is inspired by ceramic claw turntables, and it depicts the essence of the traditional pottery village.</p>
<p>The spacious three-story space is a distillation of the pottery village's core values, and the history of the formation and development of this craft allows visitors to get a closer look at it. What are you waiting for, less than 30 minutes by car from Hanoi, to plan a visit to the museum on a cool autumn day?</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981459629426_image.png" alt="" />The Bat Trang Pottery Museum's architecture is inspired by ceramic turntables.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981480418738_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981489439947_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981495205129_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can also learn how to make pottery here, in addition to coffee shops and eateries in the museum area.</p>
<p><em>Address: Xuan Quan, Van Giang, Hung Yen</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h-18h</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: 120,000 VND/person</em></p>
<h3 id="7-vietnam-museum-of-ethnology"><strong>7. Vietnam Museum of Ethnology</strong></h3>
<p>Finally, there is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology located at Nguyen Van Uyen Street, Cau Giay, Hanoi. Every time you come here, visitors are like returning to the peace and simplicity of the old village in the heart of the capital.</p>
<p>This place preserves the historical values of more than 54 ethnic groups living in the territory of Vietnam, revolving around the diversity of cultures of the people. It also builds open sightseeing areas that recreate the living scenes of villagers with rustic thatched roofs  and the sound of streams flowing through each crevice. What are you waiting for to take a car and experience this wonderful place right away?</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981595632088_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981605713626_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667981634346434_image.png" alt="" />The Museum of Ethnology recreates the traditional house of peoples.</p>
<p><em>Address: Nguyen Van Uyen Street, Quan Hoa, Cau Giay</em></p>
<p><em>Opening hours: 8h30-17h30 (Monday - Sunday)</em></p>
<p><em>Ticket price: 10,000-40,000 VND/person</em></p>
<p>Source: Thái Hải - Photo: Lữ hành Việt Nam, Duc Anh Nguyen, Halo Travel, MO, Thanhnien, Trần Hào, DT, Dulich3mien, Truyền hình du lịch, SG Tiếp thị, Saostar, Đài Trang, BTMTVN, TTXVN, Duc Anh Nguyen, Thao Anh Nguyen, Hồng Nhung, Nguyễn Thủy, Thu Trangg.</p>
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      <title>Poetic Binh Huong in golden reeds</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Aside from the majestic scenery of thousands of reeds in Binh Lieu, the fire grass season on Binh Huong hill (Quang Ninh) is an equally beautiful virtual living coordinate.</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809549111271_image.png" alt="" />Binh Huong is a mountain range in Uong Bi (Uông Bí) City, Quang Ninh Province, located in Vang Danh (Vàng Danh) Ward. Some tourists know Binh Huong as a &quot;miniature Da Lat&quot; because of its pristine mountainous terrain and fresh climate mixed with cool pine trees.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809584466243_image.png" alt="" />The vast hills beneath the yellow-burning grass in Binh Huong (Bình Hương) are popular check-in points for Quang Ninh youth and tourists from all over.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809611742423_image.png" alt="" />Binh Huong Peak appears with its own image at different times of the year. When the green grass turns yellow at the end of the year, it's the perfect time to visit a charming and poetic corner of Quang Ninh.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809639201274_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can see the horizon from the top of the hill, with undulating mountains in the distance. Closer inspection revealed a soft golden spreading grass at the foot of the pine hill. The endless layers of burning grass add to a hilly area's wildness and minerality. All of this contributes to a serene, serene, and liberated atmosphere.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809672854844_image.png" alt="" />The pale yellow color of the field blends with the gentle sunlight of early morning sunrises. Because it is late in the afternoon, the atmosphere is romantic.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809695204850_image.png" alt="" />Visitors who are fortunate enough to visit Binh Huong on clear days with few clouds can also enjoy a panoramic view of the peaceful Yen Trung Lake below, Ha Long Bay, the Bach Dang River, or Uong Bi city.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809723952995_image.png" alt="" />The distance from the bottom of the mountain to the top is approximately 4-5 kilometers; however, the ramp is backward and extremely dangerous for those who drive erratically. So, if you want to be safe, you can choose to walk.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667809751537022_image.png" alt="" />A leisurely stroll from the mountain's base to the summit will provide you with more opportunities to fully appreciate the hilly scenery on both sides.</p>
<p>Source: Mạnh Hùng - Nguyễn Minh Đức - Giang Nguyen Vu Hoang - Bùi Huy Khang - Đặng Hữu Thắng - Đạt Quốc Trần</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Wang (Vương) family mansion (Meo King Mansion) appears with an ancient look and unique architecture in the midst of the coincidence of the Northwest mountains and forests, attracting a large number of visitors.</strong><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796512779155_image.png" alt="" />The residence is in Sa Phin (Sà Phìn) valley, Lung Phin (Lũng Phìn) commune (Dong Van district, Ha Giang province), approximately 125 kilometers from Ha Giang city center and approximately 25 kilometers from Dong Van rock plateau. The name and career of two Hmong fathers and sons, King Meo - Vuong Chinh Duc (Vương Chính Đức) and Vuong Chi Sinh (Vương Chí Sình), are associated with this mansion.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796607542745_image.png" alt="" />This project began construction in early 1898 and was officially completed in 1907, nearly ten years later, with an estimated amount of about 15 lakh Indochina white silver coins, a huge amount at the time, worth about 150 billion VND at the current price.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796646949087_image.png" alt="" />The entire Meo King mansion covers nearly 3,000 m2. The mansion's architecture is inspired by Qing Dynasty (China) sarcophagus architecture, combined with Hmong patterns, and selected with French architecture elements such as fireplaces and blockhouses...<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796743412303_image.png" alt="" />The palace has three money arcs: front, middle, and back, with 64 large and small rooms that can accommodate about 100 people. There is a large courtyard full of light between the rows of self-contained 2-story wooden houses. An orchard surrounds the house, with many different types of trees such as wood, cinnamon, peach, pear, flowers...<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796789504938_image.png" alt="" />Details of the wooden structure beneath the gate roof, which is shaped like Hmong bat wings and bears the symbol &quot;Phuc.&quot;<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796823423895_image.png" alt="" />Decorative door from the gate house to the front yard with poppies and peach blossoms.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796883814100_image.png" alt="" />The structure and layout of the rooms define the residence's characteristics. The mansion was built like a fortified fortress, with thick walls made of bluestone, terracotta tiles, and stone pine woodwork in the rows of houses. The palace has two blockhouses for defense, warehouses for storing assets, arsenals, and the rooms are laid out like a miniature sarcophagus.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796924828125_image.png" alt="" />More than 900 silver coins were used to sharpen the foot of the stone pillar with the poppy symbol in the Wang palace (Indochinese silver coins, equivalent to one billion today).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667796963967069_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Vuong Chi Sinh's tomb (renamed Vuong Chi Thanh (Vương Chí Thành) by President Ho Chi Minh) is on the grounds of the mansion. He was King Vuong Chi Duc's (Vương Chí Đức) younger son. Mr. Vuong Chi Thanh served in the First and Second National Assemblies. He was also the chairman of the Dong Van district before retiring.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667797096678818_image.png" alt="" />&quot;I've been here several times, but each time feels like the first. Looking at the wooden, earthen, and stone architecture, which appears simple but solid and sophisticated, creates a sense of nostalgia for wartime &quot;Mr. Nguyen Thang (Bac Ninh) explained.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667797133135365_image.png" alt="" />Inside the mansion, an altar has been set up for tourists to worship and remember. &quot;When visiting the mansion, I was very curious and interested by the historical story surrounding it, as well as the life of King Meo's father and son and interesting stories about people and land in Ha Giang,&quot; said Ms. Le Anh Thu (24 years old, Hung Yen).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667797178176980_image.png" alt="" />King Cat's mansion is about 125 kilometers from Ha Giang city.</p>
<p>Source: Mạnh Đạt</p>
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      <title>7 delectable Saigon snacks that are impossible to resist</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Snacks are gifts that everyone remembers when they have the opportunity to visit Saigon; not only are they popular, but they also leave an unforgettable taste in the mouths of visitors.</strong></p>
<p>TP. HCM has the most diverse cuisine in the country, combining specialties from all regions. Many people, including the most discerning gourmets, regard street snacks as iconic.</p>
<p>Sidewalk snacks are inexpensive, but the deliciousness and strangeness of these gifts make it difficult to refuse.</p>
<h3 id="1-banh-trang-banh-trang"><strong>1. Banh trang (Bánh tráng)</strong></h3>
<p>Banh trang is regarded as one of the must-try street snacks when visiting Ho Chi Minh City. Visitors feel relieved every time they eat from a variety of rice paper types such as mixed banh trang, baked, rolled banh trang, or dipped banh trang.</p>
<p>Eat without boredom by combining extremely simple ingredients such as banh trang, onions, mango yarn, satay, quail eggs, and vegetables to produce a delicious taste.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667539628151212_image.png" alt="" />All types of banh trang are appropriate for sipping without becoming bored.</p>
<p><em>Suggested address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Uncle Vien mixed banh trang (Nguyen Thuong Hien Street, Ward 5, District 3)</em></p>
<p><em>- Co Nam mixed banh trang (Le Thi Hong Street, Ward 17, Go Vap 2 District)</em></p>
<h3 id="2-com-chay-cm-chay"><strong>2. Com chay (Cơm cháy)</strong></h3>
<p>Com chay is not well-known in Ho Chi Minh City. However, this is a dish that many visitors choose as a souvenir to bring back with them every time they visit. Saigon com chay differs from other types of com chay in that it is made with an extra layer of salty cotton scrub, filled on the rice surface, making it extremely appealing to many visitors.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667539818578915_image.png" alt="" />Com chay is cut into small pieces, drizzled with sweet and spicy sauce, and eaten very well in the mouth.</p>
<p><em>Suggested address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Co Ba Saigon Elderberry (Tran Hung Dao Street, Cau Kho Ward, District 1)</em></p>
<p><em>- Rice shop (QQ4 Ba Vi, Ward 15, District 10)</em></p>
<h3 id="3-snails"><strong>3. Snails</strong></h3>
<p>HCMC is not a sea, but snails are very popular among the locals. Coming here, you won't have to worry about finding an address because there are rows of sidewalk snails, full of different types of snails, from alleys to large roads for you to choose from. Snails have become a favorite snack for people of all ages because they meet the criteria of being delicious, tonic, and inexpensive.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667539907223531_image.png" alt="" />Snails have become a must-try when visiting Ho Chi Minh City.</p>
<h3 id="4-hu-tieu-go-hu-tiu-go"><strong>4. Hu tieu go (Hủ tiếu gõ)</strong></h3>
<p>Ho Chi Minh City at night, noodle shops can be found in every alleyway and on the outskirts of the main street. This popular dish is a gift that combines the bold flavors of Saigon's cultural cuisine from ancient times to the present.</p>
<p>Enjoying the distinctive rich noodle soup, soft pork slices that melt in the mouth, and the taste of bare bean sprouts is the kind of sensation that leaves the eater with a lasting impression.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667540022292286_image.png" alt="" />HCM at night is definitely an interesting thing to experience. Eat noodles while typing and watching the city.</p>
<p><em>Suggested address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Pham Van Hai (Ward 3, Tan Binh District)</em></p>
<p><em>- Auntie Five Sa Dec (Bui Thi Xuan Street, District 1)</em></p>
<h3 id="5-pha-lau-pha-lu"><strong>5. Pha lau (Phá lấu)</strong></h3>
<p>It derives from a Chinese dish made of animal organs (primarily pig organs) such as the heart, lungs, and small intestine... Until now, the lagoon has become a popular dish among Ho Chi Minh City residents.</p>
<p>Passers-by, from children to the elderly, find it difficult to refuse the aroma of coconut milk mixed in the pha lau.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667540647430892_image.png" alt="" />It's usually accompanied by noodles or bread.</p>
<p><em>Suggested address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Phá Lấu Lì (Suong Nguyet Anh Street, District 1)</em></p>
<p><em>- Phá Lấu cô Thảo (Ton Dan Street, Ward 15, District 4)</em></p>
<h3 id="6-stir-fried-corn"><strong>6. Stir-fried corn</strong></h3>
<p>It's difficult to resist the sweet aroma of this dish as you walk down the streets of Ho Chi Minh City HCM. The golden corn grains are seasoned to taste, and the more they stir over butter with onion fat, the more addicted they become.</p>
<p>On windy days, everyone desires a plate of hot fried corn fragrant with fatty butter.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667540801942313_image.png" alt="" />A box of the extremely &quot;chestnut&quot; fried corn costs only 15,000-20,000 VND/box and is suitable for students' pockets.</p>
<p><em>Suggested address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Turtle Lake Stir-fried corn (Co Giang Street, Ward 2, Phu Nhuan District)</em></p>
<p><em>- Co Ba - Salted Egg Stir-Fried Corn (Cao Thang Street, Ward 5, District 3)</em></p>
<h3 id="7-saigon-buttercream"><strong>7. Saigon buttercream</strong></h3>
<p>Nothing beats buttercream for summer cooling food in the heat of Ho Chi Minh City. Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City are both known for their buttercream. This dessert is also considered a culinary symbol in HCM.</p>
<p>A cool, greasy buttercream is a harmonious combination of ground butter and whipped cream, with just enough dried coconut to temper the heat of the HCMC.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667540911974150_image.png" alt="" />The creamy butter is enough to melt away the summer heat.</p>
<p><em>Suggested address:</em></p>
<p><em>- Avo buttercream (Hoang Sa Street, Ward 5, Tan Binh District)</em></p>
<p><em>- Chè Kem Căn Nhà Gỗ (Vo Oanh Street, Ward 25, Binh Thanh District)</em></p>
<p>Source: Thái Hải, @mysteriousaigon, Linh Nguyen, Wowweekend, Riviu, Duc Tran, Linh Chi.</p>
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      <title>Lotus conical hat: Exquisite and innovative products made by Hue artisans</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>People will remember Hue land for the relaxed girls in purple tunics and slanted conical hats full of tenderness. Hue's daughter, ao dai, and conical hat appear to become a familiar image, a characteristic that cannot be mixed, always filling someone with praise.</p>
<p>Conical hats in Hue have many strange and unique variations that impress new visitors. The image of traditional hats made of lotus leaf material recently makes the Vietnamese tourist community &quot;admire&quot; because it is so unique.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667359639942631_image.png" alt="" />The lotus conical hat sparked a new way in the Vietnamese community.</p>
<p>A member with a social networking account named Hong Thao recently posted a few pictures of the dreamy land of Hue on the group Vietnam Oi. In contrast to travel reviews that introduce the scenery in the Ancient Capital, this girl chose to share photos of her conical hat. This traditional and one-of-a-kind hat is made even more special because it is made from lotus leaves, a tree that carries the rustic &quot;soul&quot; of Hue land.</p>
<p>The hats have a familiar image, but instead of ivory white from palm fiber as before, they are impressively embellished with the green color of lotus leaves as well as some unique ridges. It's still the traditional hat of mothers and aunts, but it has a subtle newness to it.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667359850715386_image.png" alt="" />The hat has a delicate beauty in both the ingredients and the craftsmanship.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667359869735281_image.png" alt="" />The lotus leaf hat is a one-of-a-kind new product designed in Hue.</p>
<p>There is a profession of making hats in the land of Ancient Capital; the &quot;career&quot; has been for thousands of generations but has been preserved throughout. There are more than seven hat-making villages in this area, but this particular lotus hat was created by a man who is just over 30 years old, a freelance painter with a strong interest in the land of &quot;nerves.&quot;</p>
<p>The image of the green, eye-catching hat with each leaf vein clearly shows the processor's ingenuity, becoming unique and valuable. The lotus conical hat is not only a unique gift for visitors from far away when they first visit Hue, but it also symbolizes the country's thousand-year-old beauty. It also helps you take beautiful photos when checking into places in Hue. Currently, each conical hat costs between 200 thousand and 250 thousand VND.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667359944811218_image.png" alt="" />Both the inside and outside exhibit individuality and appeal.</p>
<p>Currently, the image of the lotus hat is very popular in the Vietnam group, receiving the members' love. Many members were taken aback by the hat maker's ingenuity in creating such a delicate product out of lotus leaves. Furthermore, many young people have promised to visit Hue and &quot;take advantage of&quot; this one-of-a-kind conical hat.</p>
<p>- Beautiful and impressive. Thank you to the skilled artisans here.</p>
<p>- Looking at conical hats brings back memories of Huong River, tea, Dong Ba market, and the drizzle in the days leading up to spring.</p>
<p>Source: Hong Thao/Việt Nam Ơi</p>
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      <title>View the sea of clouds floating over Da Lat</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>What could be more beautiful than a dim morning in the cold air of Da lat heaven and earth, admiring the beautiful scenery of the sea of clouds floating on Thien Phuc Duc (Thiên Phúc Đức) hill, known as the &quot;cloud hunting mecca&quot; of this romantic city...</p>
<p>There are many named and unnamed hills in Dalat where visitors can see the city from above, watch the mist fly, catch the sunrise, or send the ocean to the end of the sky. Those who have been quietly watching the sea of white clouds like a fairyland in the early morning or evening will remember it for a long time.</p>
<p>Cu (Cú) Hill, Da Phu (Đa Phú) Hill, Robin Hill, Du Sinh Hill, Bald (Trọc) Hill (also known as Bridal (Cô Dâu) Hill - where couples often choose to take wedding photos), Hon Bo (Hòn Bồ) Hill, Ngo Quyen (Ngô Quyền) Hill, Pinhatt Hill, LangBiang Peak, and others are famous hill names. It's impossible not to mention Thien Phuc Duc hill, which backpackers call the beautiful name &quot;cloud hunting mecca&quot; of haughty Da Lat.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667356974547706_image.png" alt="" />Thien Phuc Duc Hill is known among backpackers as Da Lat's &quot;cloud-hunting mecca.&quot;</p>
<p><strong>Where is Thien Phuc Duc Hill?</strong></p>
<p>Thien Phuc Duc Hill is a lovely, not-too-high hill in Ward 7, opposite Langbiang Mountain, about 8 kilometers from the city center of Dalat. Using Google Maps, visitors can easily locate the Thien Phuc Duc hill area.</p>
<p>Thien Phuc Duc Hill is an untapped tourist destination, so it is still quite wild, a popular destination for backpacking enthusiasts and photography enthusiasts looking to &quot;hunt&quot; beautiful landscape photos of Da Lat's dew, clouds, early sunlight, or sunset.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357140797707_image.png" alt="" />Thien Phuc Duc Hill is a relatively undiscovered destination.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357162600611_image.png" alt="" />This is a popular destination for photographers looking to &quot;hunt&quot; for beautiful landscape photos of Da Lat's dew, clouds, early sunlight, or sunset.</p>
<p>Visitors arriving by motorcycle will park their vehicles at people's homes at the base of Thien Phuc Duc hill. Then, follow the rugged trail to the top, begin your journey of discovery, and enjoy the scenery from the hill.</p>
<p><strong>The best time to go &quot;cloud hunting&quot; in Dalat</strong></p>
<p>&quot;Cloud hunting,&quot; according to previous experience, is a very arbitrary thing. If you have a destiny, you will meet the sea of clouds tomorrow morning or evening. If there is no predestination, you will not see it with your own eyes no matter how many times you go.</p>
<p>In general, visitors to Dalat can &quot;hunt&quot; clouds at any time of year and in any season. However, the most beautiful sea of clouds can be found during the rainy season, which lasts from June to August on the calendar, or in the early winter, between October and November. The sea of clouds is most likely to be seen on rainy nights the night before; the next morning is dark, the space is dense, and the humidity is high. However, as previously stated, successful &quot;cloud hunting&quot; in Da Lat is also dependent on two words: &quot;depending on fate&quot;!</p>
<p>If everything goes as planned, the best time to &quot;hunt for clouds&quot; is early in the morning. You can watch the sunrise from the top of Thien Phuc Duc Hill, and see the scenery change from black to dark purple, then blue, then pink, then orange, then yellow...</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357292546772_image.png" alt="" />When it was still dark, the Hill of Heavenly Blessings was dim.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357315371258_image.png" alt="" />A sea of flickering clouds encircles mountains and hills.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357337031589_image.png" alt="" />The sun gradually fades.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357377239619_image.png" alt="" />The most anticipated moment of the day...</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357402936521_image.png" alt="" />The early morning sun's bright rays</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357423941511_image.png" alt="" />Dew and clouds have blurred a corner of Dalat city.</p>
<p><strong>Some observations made while &quot;cloud hunting&quot; on Thien Phuc Duc Hill</strong></p>
<p>Before going &quot;cloud hunting&quot; one day, check the weather forecast. If there was rain the night before and it is clear and cloudy the next morning, the chances of seeing the sea of clouds are very high.</p>
<p>If you're traveling by motorcycle alone, make sure to check your car's equipment, fill up your tank, notify your hotel that you'll be leaving early the next morning, allow them to park your car outside for easy access, and quickly open the door when you call.</p>
<p>Before going to bed, keep an eye on the alarm clock. The most beautiful sea of clouds can be seen just before dawn when the sun has just risen. Check the sunrise time the next morning, as well as the distance from where you stayed overnight to Thien Phuc Duc Hill, so you can set your alarm clock and leave on time.</p>
<p>Dalat weather will be very cold in the early morning, around 15-17 degrees Celsius, or sometimes lower, depending on the time. As a result, you should dress warmly, including a full coat, shawl, handkerchief, socks, and so on.</p>
<p>It was still dark when we arrived at the foothills. You should bring a flashlight (or use the flashlight on your phone) and, especially, a pair of comfortable walking shoes for the rough road up the hill. If you travel during the rainy season, this road will be smoother and more difficult to navigate.</p>
<p>Thien Phuc Duc Hill, as previously stated, is not a tourist destination, so there is almost no food service for visitors. You can prepare food to satisfy hunger, make tea, and bring coffee to &quot;chill&quot; with friends on the hilltop while watching the sunrise.</p>
<p>It is also critical to remember to fully charge your phone, as well as your photography and videography equipment. You can also bring a spare battery charger because the sea of clouds or sunrise from Thien Phuc Duc hill will have you pressing nonstop.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357572120099_image.png" alt="" />The sea view of clouds or sunrise from Thien Phuc Duc hill is spectacular, and you will want to shoot nonstop.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357595270297_image.png" alt="" />In the iridescent yellow of dawn, downy dew settles on the pine leaves.</p>
<p>If you enjoy backpacking and have had many encounters with nature, you can also camp on your own right on the top of the hill, so that when you wake up the next morning, there is already a &quot;fairytale&quot; waiting place.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/11/1667357999646720_image.png" alt="" />Thien Phuc Duc Hill is a popular camping spot for visitors.</p>
<p>Finally, be a considerate and environmentally conscious traveler. Do not run or play too much because it is dangerous and can affect other visitors. Take nothing but photographs and leave nothing but footprints, as the tourist maxim goes.</p>
<p>Source: Nguyễn Thị Bình An</p>
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      <title>Da Bia - A Tranquil Muong Village Left by the Da Giang River</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Da Bia (Đá Bia) Village (Da Bac (Đà Bắc) district - Hoa Binh (Hòa Bình)) is about 120 kilometers from Hanoi and is an ideal destination for those who want to live in a place that has not been &quot;commercialized&quot; by the tourism industry in recent years.</strong></p>
<p>Although there are only 5 households doing community tourism out of 40 in the village, the adjacent homestays in Da Bia village (in Tien Phong commune, Da Bac district, Hoa Binh province) provide all closed services, including houses, meals flavored with mountains and forests, and a cultural program to serve a full teambuilding session, if necessary.</p>
<p><strong>Great renewable energy journey</strong></p>
<p>We arrived in Da Bac in early autumn 2022 at the invitation of a friend and were immediately drawn to this land. The magnificent blue sky, cool air, and especially the drunken yeast warmth of the people here make people love and remember.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667204234474923_image.png" alt="" />Da Bia's serene beauty</p>
<p>Departing from Hanoi, take the Hoa Lac (Hòa Lạc) highway to Hoa Binh city, descend to the 3-level harbor, experience tourism in the Da (Đà) River's lakebed, and watch the river flow like hair in the clouds of Da Bac. Da River had just had a few days of constant rain when we arrived, but the river water was still a jade-green color. The colors of the sky blended together to create a beautiful chemistry picture. You can visit and perform ceremonies at the Den Ba (Đền Bà) of Thac Bo (Thác Bờ) in Vay Nua (Vầy Nưa) commune of Da Bac district while traveling to Da Bia village.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667204510591869_image.png" alt="" />The temple of King Le Loi (Lê Lợi) and female general Dinh Thi Van (Đinh Thị Vân) is known as the Ba Chua's (Bà Chúa) Temple. Legend has it that when King Le Loi went to put down the rebellion of Cat Han (Cát Hãn) Pass (an effective henchman of the Minh), she was assisted by Dinh Thi Van - a Muong (Mường) people - while passing through this land. The Le dynasty was able to drive out the Ming and help the people govern thanks to this female general. Thac Ba Temple leans against the cliff, looking out over the vast lake. This is a spiritual tourist destination as well as a place to watch the romantic Da Giang (Đà Giang) river.</p>
<p>Da Bia village, Tien Phong commune, is near the edge of Da River lake and has 40 Muong households. Agriculture remains the people's primary source of income. The project &quot;Community tourism in Da Bac&quot; began in June 2014, with the assistance of the Australian NGO Action on Poverty (AOP) in Vietnam, in collaboration with the People's Committee of Da Bac district.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667204656687616_image.png" alt="" />Visitors board a boat and travel to the Da Bia pier.</p>
<p>Da Bia village currently has 5 community hostels, each with a capacity of 15 to 20 people. To communicate with international tourists, people working as homestay tourists in Da Bia have learned English. The cultural space and landscape are still almost original here, making it ideal for visitors who want to experience and learn about unique cultural values, which are especially appealing to international tourists.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667204762157076_image.png" alt="" />Ms. Dinh Thi Nhieu (Đinh Thị Nhiệu), the owner of Quang Tho (Quang Thọ) homestay and former captain of the Da Bia Arts team, told us: &quot;Almost every week, international visitors arrive in the village. They usually travel in groups of about ten people, stay overnight, and want to learn about the local people's cultural identity and way of life. Weekend visitors to Bia Bia must usually make a reservation at least two weeks in advance.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667205096092656_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667205103247072_image.png" alt="" />On the Da Giang river, tourists can explore old forests, bays, kayaking, river bathing, swimming, fishing, and shrimp. Guests can participate in the arts, and dance stalls, and drink wine with the village girls in the evening.</p>
<p>When dusk falls, the lake bed blends into the forest night and the gong in the soft wine aroma can be heard. The singing invites betel nut against the backdrop of the vivid sounds of flutes, gongs, and gongs blending together, resounding, flying into the deep space. Surprisingly, despite the fact that there are only 5 households, the performances in Da Bia village are extremely rich and meticulously planned. Visitors who simply want to enjoy the songs of the Muong people of the Northwest are served a package according to Ban's program. However, if you need to alternate campfire programs, and team building in groups, the leader of the cultural team in the village also assists the delegation in developing a balanced, harmonic schedule.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667205177495875_image.png" alt="" />Visitors to Da Bia can enjoy specialties presented on bamboo tips lined with green banana leaves, such as rice wrapped in banana leaves, five-color sticky rice, grilled fish from Da River, dishes made from Muong pig, and especially dishes made from papaya flowers, which people say are unique to Da Bac, such as papaya flowers stir-fried with garlic, papaya flower mannequins, papaya and wild vegetable dishes eaten together with stir-frying fish hearts.</p>
<p>Although it was enjoyable, the peaceful village returned to its original tranquility at 22:00, with the sound of frogs calling at night, oars in the lake, and late cleaners' feet under the stilts. Because the people here follow the new lifestyle model of &quot;turning off the radio speakers at 10 p.m. every night.&quot; Simultaneously, small groups of tourists began their love stories. So it appears that every game here has a variety of pitches: lows.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667205871704688_image.png" alt="" />In a warm common story, homestay owner Quang Tho also shows visitors how to eat sticky rice and grilled fish. According to you, guests can order rice to suit their needs, even with European dishes, but almost everyone who comes here wants to sample the local cuisine.</p>
<p>Da Bia transports us back to the early rhythms of life in the midst of city noise, and the most peaceful time is probably early morning. Having slept in an air-conditioned environment, literally in nature's giant air conditioner, the dawn of Da Bia greets the human senses with cool downy dew, and the pristine clean air awakens the senses. The sensation of waking up in a riverside village, and walking along forest paths scented with tangerine flowers, has a lot of renewable energy. We meet the friendly smiles of the indigenous people along the way as an invitation, a certain promise to return to Da Bia.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667206004901253_image.png" alt="" /><strong>The difference between Da Bia and Da Bac (Đá Bạc)</strong></p>
<p>The model of the &quot;self-conscious shop&quot; is a distinctive feature of Da Bia village that deters visitors. This is regarded as the &quot;first supermarket of Muong Hoa Binh (Mường Hòa Bình) people,&quot; demonstrating the Muong Ao Tá people's long-standing culture. There are no sellers in special &quot;supermarkets&quot; that sell agricultural products such as bananas, honey, bamboo shoots, chicken eggs, etc. Visitors select an item from the price list, reset the basket with the corresponding amount, and proceed.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1667206084731238_image.png" alt="" />There are two ways to get to Da Bia: a trail along the Da Giang River and a waterway on the Da River's lake bed. Most visitors, however, choose to walk along the lakebed to fully experience the journey to this special oasis. When the ship docked, the men transformed into handrails for the weak-legged, thin-legged girls clinging to the pier. The sensation of climbing the slope slightly backward and admiring yourself for successfully completing the difficult road is strange.</p>
<p>&quot;Why does the government not encourage people to make the road to the village easier?&quot; asked the chairman of Da Bac district, Luong Van Thi (Lường Văn Thi). Mr. Thi stated, &quot;It is not difficult to make things easy, but keeping pristine the land, giving visitors the experience of living as a resident when coming to Da Bia village is truly our desire.&quot;</p>
<p>Mr. Luong Van Thi added: &quot;Da Bac's tourism development is still in its infancy, but it is by chance. I value the desire to bring sustainable tourism development models to Da Bac so that it does not repeat the &quot;pain&quot; of rich but overexploited natural areas &quot;. To address this issue, the People's Committee of Da Bac district is on the one hand recruiting investors with resources and vision, and on the other, learning from the experience of many tourism development regions across the country. Mr. Luong Van Thi stated that Da Bac is willing to go slower as long as the land's soul is preserved.</p>
<p>&quot;I cherish the desire to bring sustainable tourism development models to Da Bac so that the 'pain' of rich natural areas that are overexploited does not repeat.&quot;</p>
<p>&quot;Keeping your own soul&quot; is probably the most important aspect of the journey to Da Bac. When visitors spend time here, they will undoubtedly form an impression of a very different Muong village. A morning spent sitting on a bamboo grove on a riverside ledge, watching the dark blue Da Giang river will be difficult to forget. It will be difficult to remove the Muong Ao Tá girl's betel nut song from the version: &quot;My hand is made out of betel nut. The mountain shadow reminded me of silent love. The sound of your heart beckoning you. Oath in the midst of heaven and earth, betel nut with eternal meaning &quot;...A second village, similar to Beer Rock, would be difficult to reach. As a result, perhaps when they leave, one expects them to return one day.</p>
<p>Da Bia village has about 40 households, 5 of which are involved in community tourism. Since the construction of the community tourism area, the Muong community's life has changed dramatically. Da Bia community tourism area was awarded the ASEAN Community Tourism Award in 2019.</p>
<p>Source: Hồng Dương - Kim Sen</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Truong Son (Trường Sơn) Mountains' east-west intersection changes the rhododendron forest landscape in a matter of steps.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945590383831_image.png" alt="" />At an elevation of 2,005 meters, the forest rhododendron population grows on the top of K'Lang (Abanh 2 village, Tr'hy commune, Tay Giang district, Quang Nam). This forest is regarded as a treasure by the Co Tu people and is one of Vietnam's few remaining virgin rhododendron forests.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945620149861_image.png" alt="" />More than 430 hundred-year-old rhododendron trees have been designated as Vietnamese heritage trees in this area. Rhododendrons are classified into two types: broadleaf and coniferous. They live alternately, with no room for other plants.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945706926644_image.png" alt="" />Azaleas bloom densely on mountain slopes beginning in February, providing a change of scenery. Azaleas range in color from white to pink, purple, and red.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945730663053_image.png" alt="" />The forest ecosystem is intact because it has not been heavily impacted by humans. Because the trunks here are twisted together, the Co Tu call it a ghost forest.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945897803295_image.png" alt="" />Rhododendron stems have moss carpets that change color from green to dark green to yellow.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945851135300_image.png" alt="" />There is only the green color of moss everywhere.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945919173547_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Tran Trung Kien (42 years old, Hanoi) and his friends trekked for nearly 7 hours to the top of Klang. &quot;I felt as if I were in a surreal world. Standing above the moss feels smooth and slightly bouncy, almost like springs. The sun skewered through the forest canopy, bringing with it the scent of dew and the distinct smell of grass and trees. This landscape is not found in all forests &quot;Trung Kien spoke up.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945946009391_image.png" alt="" />He rewarded himself by sitting still in the sun for a few moments. Kien refers to this as &quot;forest bathing,&quot; which is a Japanese term that means going to the forest to restore one's soul and health.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945973532956_image.png" alt="" />There is a small valley in the middle of the forest where a few Co Tu households live; they regard forest protection as a way of life, taking only what they need from the forest on a daily basis.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666945997874564_image.png" alt="" />Along with the Lim and Po Mu forests, the rhododendron forest is one of the destinations that the Tay Giang district government is gradually exploiting by welcoming tourists, primarily for trekking activities.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666946025749702_image.png" alt="" />&quot;I believe this location has the potential to become a popular tourist destination in central Vietnam. However, the exploitation of tourism, which must be linked to forest protection, remains our primary concern. As a result, the activities of attracting visitors and developing tourism products continue to be carried out in stages &quot;Mr. PLênh, a Tay Giang district Culture Department officer, stated.</p>
<p>Source: Thanh Thúy - Trần Trung Kiên</p>
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      <title>Million Shades in an Awakening Morning in Long Coc</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Wake up at Long Coc tea hill and just stop; you will be surrounded by a million overwhelming shades of nature that change every moment, every hour.</strong></p>
<p>Long Coc tea hill is situated in the commune of Long Coc, Thanh Son district, Phu Tho province. The tea hills are shaped like bowls and stretch over more than 600ha, regularly lying comfortably next to each other, creating a scene as if meticulously created by a certain artisan.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666539276819625_image.png" alt="" />Because of its pure, rustic beauty, this location is known as the &quot;futuristic place on the midlands,&quot; but it escapes the ceiling whenever the weather changes. Golden sunlight or dew will create unique scenes for the Long Coc scene.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666539295922472_image.png" alt="" />According to the farmer's experience, the tea hills will sprout and have the most beautiful color between 3 and 12 months, resulting in a green carpet full of life. Tea trees will be cut &quot;hibernating&quot; after 12 months.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666539328984125_image.png" alt="" />Long Coc tea hill, in particular, changes millions of shades in just a few hours during the transition between day and night at dawn, leaving visitors satisfied to admire the beautiful nature paintings.</p>
<p>According to Nguyen Anh Chiem (Hanoi), he and his friends decided to camp at the Long Coc sunrise hunting area in order to capture every moment. And, beyond expectations, Long Coc is beautifully coordinated by nature from 5 a.m. when the sky is still dim until the sun has risen.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666539354452903_image.png" alt="" />The tea hills are hidden in a haze and engulfed in cold colors, contrasting the sun with the rising heat, especially at 5 a.m.</p>
<p>The entire scene of Long Coc begins to change color after every minute the sun rises, with the color warming and revealing the cool tea leaves' green color.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666539387075378_image.png" alt="" />When the weather changes from autumn to winter on the tenth month, the dew thickly covers the tea hills and only dissipates, thinning as the sun rises.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666539404549365_image.png" alt="" />&quot;Camping and exploring the scenery in Long Coc is a fantastic experience. Every minute that passes is like experiencing a different aspect of nature &quot;Nguyen Anh Chiem stated.</p>
<p>Tea trees have been associated with the lives of farmers in Phu Tho province, are the main product of the agricultural industry, and have been used to create a brand for the tourism industry here.</p>
<p>Source: Khánh Trinh - Nguyễn Anh Chiêm</p>
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      <title>The Hill of Burning Grass is 135 Kilometers from Hanoi</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>During the &quot;change of shirt&quot; season, the grassy hill on top of Phoenix (in Uong Bi City, Quang Ninh) turns bright yellow and is adorned with blue dwarf pine trees, creating a poetic scene that draws visitors in.</strong></p>
<p>About 135 kilometers east of Hanoi, Phuong Hoang (Phượng Hoàng) Hill (also known as Ba Tang (Ba Tầng) Mountain, in 12 Khe village, Bac Son (Bắc Sơn) ward, Uong Bi (Uông Bí) city, Quang Ninh province) has become a popular tourist destination in recent years.</p>
<p>This is a developing &quot;virtual living&quot; coordinate, but the pristine scenery is particularly impressive in autumn, just in time for the grass season to &quot;change clothes.&quot;</p>
<p>If Phoenix Hill stands out with fresh green grass, full of life in the spring and summer (from 3 to 8 months), from October 11 to January next year, this place is &quot;coated&quot; with a burning yellow coat, brightening the entire region.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538256082205_image.png" alt="" />Phoenix Hill, located in the vibrant city of Uong Bi, is like a land neglected by unspoiled beauty, isolated from the noise, bustle, and smog outside.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538277638614_image.png" alt="" />Phoenix Hill's beauty changes with the seasons, with autumn and winter attracting the most visitors as the meadow turns yellow.</p>
<p>Phoenix Hill's beauty changes with the seasons, with autumn and winter, is the most popular, when the meadow turns burnt yellow, highlighting the green pine trees and creating a scene reminiscent of the wild grasslands of Africa that visitors can only see in movies.</p>
<p>This hill is nearly 500 meters high. Visitors travel approximately 8 kilometers from Uong Bi city to Bac Son ward before hiking approximately 30 minutes from the foothills to the top. Visitors can use cars in addition to motorbikes, which are the most convenient mode of transportation.</p>
<p>Visitors must climb a fairly steep and bumpy distance from the foothills to reach the top. As a result, this location is ideal for those who enjoy moving, climbing mountains, etc. To make the ascent of Phoenix Peak easier, visitors should dress compactly and appropriately.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538366596515_image.png" alt="" />Phoenix Hill offers tranquil scenery.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538389757237_image.png" alt="" />Despite being a new destination, Phoenix Hill continues to entice visitors with its pristine scenery, which rivals that of Africa's grasslands.</p>
<p>Although it takes some effort to reach the top of the hill, visitors will be rewarded for their efforts by being able to fully appreciate the natural beauty here.</p>
<p>Visitors who are not used to moving can also travel by motorcycle to the top of the hill, but the rider must be strong and familiar with the mountainous terrain. Another option is to hire locals to drive you to the grassland viewing area for added peace of mind without putting in too much effort.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538425964695_image.png" alt="" />There are many pine trees along both sides of the road to the top of the hill, and the fresh air reminds visitors of the image of &quot;Miniature Dalat.&quot;</p>
<p>The couple Bui Huy Khang and Le Bang Dung (both born and raised in Quang Ninh) couldn't help but enjoy the emerging check-in point in their hometown after setting foot on the burning grass hill in January of this year.</p>
<p>The young couple chose black and red tones to stand out among the picturesque burning meadow scenery, which sparkled with green dwarf pine trees far away.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538462594693_image.png" alt="" />The contrast between the &quot;changing season&quot; pasture and the green pine trees full of life gives this place a very unique beauty, enough to keep anyone distracted.</p>
<p>According to Huy Khang, Phoenix Fire Hill is an ideal location for a variety of outdoor activities such as picnicking, photography, camping, and so on.</p>
<p>Visitors who want to take beautiful photos here should come between 6 am and 9 am or 2 am and 5 pm and wear outfits with beige brown, red black, or yellow and white tones.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538509071062_image.png" alt="" />Phoenix Hill is most beautiful at sunrise or sunset.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666538549858816_image.png" alt="" />For the most impressive photos at the burning grass hill, visitors dress in red, black, or yellow and white outfits.</p>
<p>Visitors who want to climb to the top of the hill, however, should arrive a little earlier to catch the romantic moment at sunrise or sunset.</p>
<p>Phoenix Hill is an emerging &quot;virtual living&quot; destination, and the landscape is still intact and beautiful, so visitors must be mindful of preserving and protecting the environment by not throwing garbage into the pasture.</p>
<p>Source: Zang Zang (Vietnamnet)</p>
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      <title>6 Stunning Flower Shops not to be Missed</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em><strong>Shops in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City HCM have beautiful flowers as well as a fantastic &quot;virtual living&quot; space.</strong></em></p>
<p>If you are looking for a few places to buy flowers with beautiful spaces and good service, consider the salons listed below.</p>
<h3 id="1-mira-florist--garden"><strong>1. MIRA Florist &amp; Garden</strong></h3>
<p>This is a flower shop that also serves coffee. As a result, visitors can not only select their favorite bouquets but also enjoy coffee in a space surrounded by extremely poetic flowers.</p>
<p>The interior of the salon is also very appealing, filled with various types of flowers and decorated in a classic style. As a result, Mira has become a familiar virtual location in Hanoi for purchasing flowers and checking in.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537244863162_image.png" alt="" />Many young people in Ha Noi check in at this flower shop.</p>
<p><em>Address: Quan Su Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi</em></p>
<h3 id="2-hoa-club"><strong>2. HOA CLUB</strong></h3>
<p>If you enjoy a youthful style and personality, HOA Club is an address you should not miss. The interior of the HOA Club is beautifully decorated, with eye-catching colors.</p>
<p>Not only that, but the salon bouquets are a little more special, with flexible color coordination that can be bundled with teddy bears if desired. When you hold a bouquet and live virtually at HOA Club, you will have a &quot;super quality&quot; photo.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537318038936_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537325602608_image.png" alt="" />Flower Club is well-known for its distinct style.</p>
<p><em>Address: Nguyen Hy Quang Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi</em></p>
<p><em>Price: 290,000-2,090,000 VND/depending on the size of the bouquet</em></p>
<h3 id="3-oh-fleurs"><strong>3. Oh, Fleurs</strong> </h3>
<p>Oh, Fleurs has a &quot;money-eating&quot; door frame that the people of Ha Noi's virtual life adore. The salon chooses flattering pastel tones from the inside out, and the store design is also very appropriate for the flower arrangement style. There are many different types of flowers to choose from at the salon, including bouquets, vases, flowers, and flower baskets.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537422842120_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537428963795_image.png" alt="" />Oh, Fleurs is loving the buttery blue door frame.</p>
<p><em>Address: Tran Quoc Toan Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi</em></p>
<h3 id="4-ted--anna"><strong>4. Ted &amp; Anna</strong> </h3>
<p>Ted &amp; Anna's flower shop is well-known for its large, lovely bouquets made with luxurious imported flowers. The store is decorated in a minimalist but luxurious style that complements the bouquet style of the salon.</p>
<p>Ted &amp; Anna is ideal if you're looking for an elegant, elegant flower spot.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537484641822_image.png" alt="" />Ted and Anna live in a luxurious, spacious space.</p>
<p><em>Address: Vo Truong Toan Street, Thao Dien, District 2, HCMC</em></p>
<h3 id="5-husbands-flower-shop"><strong>5. Husband's Flower Shop</strong></h3>
<p>Ong Commune flower shop has a small but cozy and lovely space that draws attention from the close and lovely name. The flowers at the salon are also quite varied, ranging from simple small bouquets to monumental arrangements.</p>
<p>In addition, there are mini plants for green tables.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537575640221_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537581599735_image.png" alt="" />The salon's entrance is meticulously decorated.</p>
<p><em>Address: Dang Dung Street, Tan Dinh Ward, District 1, HCMC</em></p>
<h3 id="6-dear-rainy"><strong>6. Dear Rainy</strong></h3>
<p>Dear Rainy is a small flower shop with a charmingly decorated corner featuring a wooden door frame with clear glass and wooden shelves brimming with colorful flower pots. The floral style at the salon is also geared toward small, delicate bouquets.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537635761177_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537643636694_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666537670893952_image.png" alt="" />Dear Rainy flower shop has beautiful poetic images.</p>
<p><em>Address: Truong Dinh Street, Ward 6, District 3, HCMC</em></p>
<p>Source: Khánh Linh</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Thac Ba (Thác Bà) Lake deserves to be called a mountain wonder because of the numerous islands of various shapes floating on the blue lake with clouds.</em><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530291107235_image.png" alt="" />In 1971, Thac Ba Lake was formed by damming the flowing river to construct the Thac Ba hydropower (Yen Binh, Yen Bai). There is one main dam in Thac Ba and 18 sub-dams.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530352636960_image.png" alt="" />The reservoir is 45 kilometers long, has a surface area of 235 kilometers, and a total capacity of nearly 2.5 billion cubic meters. Thac Ba Lake is one of Vietnam's four largest artificial reservoirs.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530390001401_image.png" alt="" />Thac Ba Lake is known as a wonder of Yen Bai province and has been designated as a National Scenic Historic Site since 9/1996.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530431891773_image.png" alt="" />The large and small islands of various shapes on the surface of Thac Ba Lake are the tops of bowl-style hills resembling midland terrain. These islands will be used to grow specialized crops.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530470564640_image.png" alt="" />Thac Ba Lake is exploited for tourism with a variety of accompanying services, such as sightseeing boat rides on the lake, based on its charming landscape.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530509261892_image.png" alt="" />On Thac Ba Lake, a local fisherman catches shrimp and fish.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530544240160_image.png" alt="" />Initially, the primary function of Thac Ba hydropower was to provide a stable source of electricity to meet the living needs of people in the North, which served as the foundation for the construction and development of key economic sectors. Later, the lake will be used to regulate and mitigate floods in the delta, as well as to develop Yen Bai tourism and to improve the environment and natural ecosystem.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530583482432_image.png" alt="" />The Thac Ba Hydropower Dam Memorial, located on the dam's surface, honors those who helped build, fight for, and sacrifice for the North's first hydropower project.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530744206562_image.png" alt="" />The lake's water source is the Flowing River itself; the lake has a clear blue watercolor and is surrounded by lush green vegetation. The lake is located in the Yen Bai province's districts of Luc Yen and Yen Binh.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530780857482_image.png" alt="" />In addition to the flowing river, Thac Ba Lake has another river system that pours in, increasing the lake's large amount of silt and abundance of species.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530854728783_image.png" alt="" />This area had two strong-flowing waterfalls known to locals as Thac Ong (Thác Ông) and Thac Ba (Thác Bà) before being exploited to build a hydroelectric dam.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530915497666_image.png" alt="" />Currently, in the rising water season, the water surface area is greater, the islands are lower, and the landscape is changing as a result. Tourists believe that during the shallow water season, Thac Ba Lake will be more beautiful and that the color of the lake bed will be more diverse.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666530956563797_image.png" alt="" />Aerial view of the Thac Ba hydropower lake.</p>
<p>Source: Hữu Nghị</p>
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      <title>The Poetic Reed Season in Binh Lieu</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em><strong>Visitors to Binh Lieu during this season can enjoy the chilly air of autumn in the highlands, see the vast reeds, and visit the pristine waterfalls.</strong></em></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458661081997_image.png" alt="" />Binh Lieu has been compared to Quang Ninh's &quot;miniature Sapa&quot; because of its mild year-round climate and beautiful natural scenery.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458682811909_image.png" alt="" />Binh Lieu is especially beautiful in the autumn because the roads are lined with reeds. As a result, every autumn, Binh Lieu is compared not only to the inherent &quot;dinosaur spine,&quot; but also to the &quot;reed kingdom.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458707058518_image.png" alt="" />The reed season in Binh Lieu lasts from mid-October to mid-November.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458727559523_image.png" alt="" />When the reeds bloom at the same time, the weather in Binh Lieu welcomes the first waves of wind.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458752492770_image.png" alt="" />The western border ring road running towards Lang Son has the most beautiful reed flowers.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458776773743_image.png" alt="" />Milestone 1305 in particular, located on Binh Lieu's highest mountain, is the most beautiful place for visitors to admire the reed season.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458799351418_image.png" alt="" />Visitors to Binh Lieu will be able to immerse themselves in the majestic beauty of the pristine forest and mountain paintings, as well as view the wonderful natural panorama below.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458826688186_image.png" alt="" />The reeds are pure white when they first bloom, growing in clusters; after a while, the flowers gradually turn yellow and fall with the wind.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458845463231_image.png" alt="" />The reeds rustled and swayed with the wind whenever there was a breeze.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458872331418_image.png" alt="" />Furthermore, this location will be used to take impressive check-in photos for tourists.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458897219825_image.png" alt="" />The sun set over Binh Lieu.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666458916984312_image.png" alt="" />Visitors to Binh Lieu can spend time visiting Khe Van (Khe Vằn) waterfall, one of Quang Ninh's most beautiful waterfalls.</p>
<p>Source: Nguyễn Sang - Thanh Hiền</p>
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      <title>A Collection of Classic Rooms at Hanoi’s Oldest Hotel</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Grand Métropole Hotel, now Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, was founded in 1901 in Hanoi and is a luxurious 5-star hotel steeped in history.</strong></p>
<p>Autumn in Hanoi not only has beautiful weather, but it also has historical architectural lines that no one wants to miss.</p>
<p>What could be more ideal than spending the night at the oldest hotel in town, Sofitel Legend Metropole, and taking advantage of one of the most well-known types of services?</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247678981780_image.png" alt="" />This location is well-known as a popular meeting spot for both business and leisure travelers. Metropole has had the privilege of hosting playwrights, actors, ambassadors, and heads of state from all over the world.</p>
<p>The hotel has 364 rooms spread across two buildings. The historic Metropole Wing, which dates back to 1901, is inspired by old French architectural style with parquet floors, covered windows, antique ceiling fans, century-old woodwork, and porcelain decorative lights.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247702335530_image.png" alt="" />The Metropole Wing has 106 rooms and three Legendary Suites named after famous guests who visited and stayed at the hotel: Graham Greene, Charlie Chaplin, and Somerset Maugham.</p>
<p><strong>Graham Greene Room</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247747860835_image.png" alt="" />Graham Greene stayed at the Métropole during his first visit to Hanoi, around 1954. He wrote about his experiences in his book The Quiet American.</p>
<p>Later, actor Michael Caine was present during the 2002 filming of the same name, which was adapted from Greene's novel.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247808732552_image.png" alt="" />Graham Greene's room on the second floor of the historic Metropole building is decorated in classic French style with Indochina sounds, as expressed in space and interior decorating taste.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247837356845_image.png" alt="" />The room has two WCs, and the bedroom bathroom has a Jacuzzi and a walk-in shower. Shampoo, body lotion, and perfume are all luxury brands that originated in France.</p>
<p><strong>Charlie Chaplin Room</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247880961051_image.png" alt="" />After celebrating their wedding in China, Charlie Chaplin and his wife Paulette Goddard spent their honeymoon in Hanoi in 1936. The couple chose the Grand Métropole Hotel as their overnight stop.</p>
<p>Later, a room on the third floor of the building facing Ngo Quyen Street was named after him.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247901064565_image.png" alt="" />The room named after the clown king has an area of 70 m2 and is divided into two main areas: a seating area and a sleeping area, both designed in colonial French style with Oriental motifs. The bedroom has a large bed and a lim parquet floor.</p>
<p>Former US President Bill Clinton, actor Colin Farrell, actress Emmanuelle Béart, and Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg have all stayed in Charlie Chaplin's room.</p>
<p><strong>Somerset Maugham Room</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666247934487678_image.png" alt="" />On a trip to Asia in 1923, the great poet Somerset Maugham stopped at the Metropole Hotel to document his book The Gentleman in the Parlour.</p>
<p>The hotel has also named a room with a view of the hotel garden and a large space after him.</p>
<p>Source: Hàn Mai - Sofitel Legend Metropole</p>
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      <title>Diep Son Island: Extreme Virtual Living Point</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Diep Son Island is one of the best places for visitors to plan their next Khanh Hoa vacation.</p>
<p>When the COVID-19 pandemic is over, where should you go? If you're looking for an answer, this article is a great place to start.</p>
<p>Diep Son Island is one of the best places for visitors to plan their next Khanh Hoa vacation. Diep Son island, known for its unique sea path, fine white sand, and clear blue water, is gradually becoming one of Khanh Hoa's most popular tourist destinations.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666112306659922_image.png" alt="" />Diep Son Island: Extreme virtual living point with thousands of people's road through the sea.</p>
<p><strong>Where is Diep Son Island?</strong></p>
<p>Diep Son is a group of three small islands located in Van Phong Bay, Van Gi town, Khanh Hoa province: Hon Bip (Hòn Bịp), Hon Giua (Hòn Giữa), and Hon Duoc (Hòn Đuốc).</p>
<p>Although it is still very wild and has no signs of exploration, Diep Son attracts visitors to the Khanh Hoa tour by the road that spans the sea for nearly 700 meters. This will be a one-of-a-kind experience in Diep Son, allowing this lovely island to compete with Khanh Hoa's famous &quot;Four waves of peace&quot;: Binh Ba, Binh Hung, Binh Lap, and Binh Tien.</p>
<p><strong>The best time to visit Diep Son Island</strong></p>
<p>The best time to visit Diep Son Island is between the months of 12 and 6 months, when the sea is calm and the weather is beautiful, dry, warm, and with little rain.</p>
<p>Guests can also participate in enjoyable activities in a convenient manner. It also makes visitors who do not suffer from seasickness feel more at ease when traveling by boat to the island at this time.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1666112442271846_image.png" alt="" /><strong>How to Get to Diep Son Island</strong></p>
<p>There are numerous ways for visitors to get to Diep Son Island, depending on their financial situation and available time.</p>
<p><strong>Travel by plane</strong></p>
<p>Visitors can fly to Khanh Hoa from a variety of airports throughout the country. To reach the island, fly into Tuy Hoa airport in Phu Yen or Cam Ranh airport in Cam Ranh. When compared to Cam Ranh, the distance from Tuy Hoa airport to Van Giu is just over 50 kilometers.</p>
<p>However, if you fly from Cam Ranh airport, you will have more flight options and airlines to choose from. Departures are also available from a variety of locations, including Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City. Tuy Hoa Airport only serves Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Prior to the epidemic, the cost per person per turn ranged from 800,000 VND to 1,500,000 VND, depending on the flight route.</p>
<p><strong>Travel by bus</strong></p>
<p>Visitors can choose from a variety of bus companies departing from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. From HCM to Khanh Hoa. Traveling from Hanoi, visitors can select sleeper cars from the Hoang Long, Hien Phuoc, and Hoang Cun garages, with a travel time of about 16 hours. The ticket cost 800,000 VND per person/bed.</p>
<p>If you are leaving HO CHI MINH CITY, Garages in Ho Chi Minh City include Phuong Trang, Ha Linh, Mai Linh, and others. The pre-epidemic ticket price ranges from 250,000 to 300,000 VND/person/bed for a 10-hour journey.</p>
<p><strong>Travel by train</strong></p>
<p>If you want to save money when traveling to Khanh Hoa, you can take the train. This vehicle has the advantage of allowing visitors to see both sides of the road, but the travel time is quite long.</p>
<p>Choose the Hanoi - Tuy Hoa train from Hanoi, which costs 500,000 VND-1,300,000 VND per turn/person depending on the type of seat and train.</p>
<p>HCMC can choose to travel to Ho Chi Minh City from HCMC. Tickets from HCM to Nha Trang cost between 180,000 and 600,000 VND per person.</p>
<p><strong>Moving from the port to Diep Son Island</strong></p>
<p>Visitors can get to Diep Son Island by doing the following:</p>
<p>Option 1: travel by boat from Van Giu port to Diep Son island between 9 and 11 a.m., then return to the mainland between 5 and 6 p.m., <strong>a</strong> ticket price of 200,000 VND/person. The journey takes 30 minutes. The train runs at a set time, so visitors who do not pay attention to the time may become stranded on the island.</p>
<p>Option 2: Travel 8 kilometers from Van Giu port to Tan Dan. There are a boat rental service that runs to the island in 15 minutes and costs 200,000-300,000 VND for a group of 6 people.</p>
<p><strong>What does Diep Son Island have to play?</strong></p>
<p>Exploring our country's unique cross-sea road is one of the things visitors must do when visiting Diep Son island.</p>
<p>When the ship arrives near an island in the middle of the sea, visitors can disembark and begin the conquest of the mid-sea road, which spans three islands and spans nearly 700 meters. Visitors will be both excited and nervous as they travel down a 1m wide white sand road in the middle of the clear blue sea.</p>
<p>The water recedes in the afternoon from the 1st to the 15th lunar month, and in the morning from the 15th to the end of the lunar month, so visitors should be aware to be able to explore when the road is most visible.</p>
<p>Another intriguing aspect of visiting Diep Son Island is that visitors can enjoy immersing themselves in the cool, blue water on the long beaches, as well as the fresh air and sense of peace when walking along the coast, dispelling the stresses of daily life by immersing themselves in nature here.</p>
<p>Furthermore, a number of travel companies have organized kayaking activities for tourists in Diep Son. Visitors can hire this service to have fun while also exploring Diep Son Island in a unique way.</p>
<p>Source: Trần Văn Long - General Director of Viet Travel Company</p>
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      <title>Dalat’s “Above the clouds” Campground</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Young people adore the campsite on a hill, which overlooks a valley covered in a floating &quot;sea of clouds.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909301050489_image.png" alt="" />The campground on Thien Phuc Duc hill, about 10 kilometers from the city center, has recently become a popular tourist destination in Da Lat. This hill is a well-known 'cloud hunting' location in the city of thousands of flowers, particularly in the last months of the year. Stepping out of the warm tent in the morning, visitors can see the sea of clouds right in front of their eyes.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909328893194_image.png" alt="" />On cold days, white Mongolian tents are obscured by clouds, and the scenery is hazy.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909367701779_image.png" alt="" />Inside the tent, basic furniture such as cushions, chairs, and floor mats... provide comfort. Visitors should bring insect repellent, which is essential when camping in a remote location like this.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909389880993_image.png" alt="" />The valleys and cages that planted the farms' crops gradually appeared as the dew cleared. Visitors walk back from here to the 'lonely pine tree' a few tens of meters away - the 'virtual living' point that draws visitors to Thien Phuc Duc hill.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909414761732_image.png" alt="" />String lights are used at the campground in the evening. Tents were arranged around the area, and people gathered to chat and build campfires in the middle ground. Because of its location on the hill, this area is ideal for stargazing and taking super virtual' exposure photos.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909444209385_image.png" alt="" />Weekend campgrounds are typically crowded, so visitors should make reservations in advance. The food is prepared in a bbq style that is both 'chill' and fun.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665909468508582_image.png" alt="" />Visitors drive to Lang Biang from the city center. Thien Phuc Duc Hill, which is located opposite this mountain, is a great place to watch beautiful sunrises and sunsets.</p>
<p>Visitors come to check in and enjoy the view if they are not camping here. People who want to camp alone can find a nearby vacant space, a good location to set up tents, and park their cars at people's homes.</p>
<p>Source: Diệp Tử</p>
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      <title>The Unspoiled Waterfall in Lai Chau</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>The Waterfall, which originates in the majestic Hoang Lien Son range, is like a charming picture among the northwest mountains and forests of Lai Chau.</strong></p>
<p>Tac Tinh (Tác Tình/Tắc Tình) Waterfall is located in Tam Duong (Tam Dương) town, Tam Duong district, Lai Chau (Lai Châu) province. It is also known as Tac Tinh Waterfall or Love Waterfall. The 120m high waterfall vertically pours a white color into the 40m wide waterfall's foot.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839651446408_image.png" alt="" />In Lai Chau, the Waterfall is a beautiful scene that has retained its pristine appearance.</p>
<p>The Love Waterfall stands out from afar with its white color flowing among the deep green of the surrounding mountains and forests. The sound of the waterfall roaring day and night and the water flowing down before them created an exciting unspoiled scene as they got closer.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839702873535_image.png" alt="" />The waterfall's white color stands out among the deep green mountains and forests.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839729843485_image.png" alt="" />If the waterfall strongly evaporates the water, obscuring an entire region with a majestic rattling sound throughout the mountains and forests during the rainy season, The Love Waterfall brings the gentleness of indifferent water that drops itself down the cliffs and lands gently on the lake during the dry season. Regardless of the season, the waterfall retains its allure that keeps visitors captivated.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839754877489_image.png" alt="" />During the dry season, the falls are gentler, with water flaps that release to reveal solid cliffs.</p>
<p>When the rainbow appears, Love Falls takes on a beautiful, irresistibly poetic appearance. If you are lucky enough to visit the waterfall on a sunny day, you will be able to admire the magical colors of the rainbow hidden on the lake at the foot of the waterfall, which looks like a fairytale scene.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839807211211_image.png" alt="" />On sunny days, beautiful rainbows appear at the base of the waterfall.</p>
<p>The Love Waterfall, in addition to being a natural masterpiece, captivates with the myth of the indigenous couple's faithful and intense love. According to legend, a beautiful Dao girl living in the village at the base of the waterfall once fell in love with a boy from the same village.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839848675734_image.png" alt="" />Many couples who adore each other come here to pray for long-term happiness.</p>
<p>Their love is complicated when they are harmed by crooks and are unable to marry. Finally, the two decide to sink into the waterfall in order to preserve their love of iron lipstick. The name &quot;Love&quot; was also given to this waterfall by the people in order to cooperate for the couple's unfinished love story.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665839885049218_image.png" alt="" />The majestic Waterfall of Love is linked to the tragic but razor-sharp love story of the Dao couple.</p>
<p>With its magnificent beauty and meaningful legends, the waterfall increases its allure, making it difficult for those who have ever set foot in it to forget their impressions.</p>
<p>Coming to The Love Waterfall is a journey to admire the beauty of Lai Chau's mountainous land while also listening to the love story of iron lipstick, which echoes forever in the mountains and forests.</p>
<p>Source: CERCEI, tonynguyeeen, alwayswithlucks</p>
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      <title>The Watershed Floating Season’s Beauty</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The floating water season in the An Giang watershed is distinguished by the alluvial reddish brown color blended with the golden sunset.</p>
<p>Huynh Phuc Hau's series introduces readers to the vast water fields of An Giang province's Chau Doc and Tinh Bien regions.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764064966598_image.png" alt="" />An Giang is a province that borders Cambodia via Tinh Bien (Tịnh Biên), Tan Chau (Tân Châu), An Phu (An Phú), and Chau Doc (Châu Đốc) City. This is also the source of the Hau (Hậu) River, which flows into the Mekong Delta. The dam in Tinh Bien shown in the photo is to stop the Tra Su (Trà Sư).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764193666838_image.png" alt="" />An Giang and Dong Thap (Đồng Tháp) are the first places in the West to catch floodwaters. Dong Thap (Đồng Tháp) is the Tien (Tiền) River flood, while An Giang is the Hau River flood. The beauty of the An Giang watershed floodplain is the fields flooded with red silt.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764261270815_image.png" alt="" />The beauty of today's flood is more than just a formality; the flood brings shrimp to fish to this land and silt accretion, making the field more fertile and lush. The image depicts a fishing scene in the flooded area of Vinh Te (Vĩnh Tế), Chau Doc (Châu Đốc).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764332532321_image.png" alt="" />When flood banks (dikes) were not built in the past, the water rose much higher. As a result, the flood season is also a breeding season for many local products. Because there is a flood barrier, the water overflows the field less, which benefits the shrimp and fish. People's lives are also less impoverished as a result.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764372985117_image.png" alt="" />Flocks of ducks are gathered by a high mound in a flooded field in Nhon Hung (Nhơn Hưng), Tinh Bien (Tịnh Biên) district.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764436503208_image.png" alt="" />Chau Doc's bông điên điển picking village on the banks of the Vinh Chi canal. The rising water season is also the season for bông điên điển, linh fish (cá linh), and a variety of other specialties. Điên điển grows wild on the banks of canals or fish ponds, and the water blooms every season, becoming a popular dish for many people.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764524577418_image.png" alt="" />Tinh Bien's (Tịnh Biên) Tra Su (Trà Sư) water field in the afternoon. On one side, there is a flooded field, and on the other, the rice is green. An Giang is the largest rice bowl in the Mekong Delta and the country, producing nearly 4 million tons of commodity rice per year.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764604834854_image.png" alt="" />The Tra Su (Trà Sư) culvert is an irrigation project that aids in the regulation and control of floodwaters in the Long Xuyen quadrangle area. The Long Xuyen (Long Xuyên) quadrangle has transformed from wilderness to a rich rice farming area as a result of irrigation system investment.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764656941472_image.png" alt="" />An Giang is well-known for spiritual tourism, with visitors flocking to the Ba (Bà) Pagoda festival in Mount Sam, Chau Doc, or to Cam (Cấm) Mountain, Tinh Bien (Tịnh Biên), to take in the scenery of the floating water season.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764731876843_image.png" alt="" />An Giang is the same province as An Giang, but with different natural conditions in the Mekong Delta, where vast mountains, forests, and rice fields fly straight wings. Visitors can see the Cam (Cấm) Mountains in the distance from the flooded field in the Tinh Bien flood zone. <img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764788308166_image.png" alt="" />The &quot;dance&quot; at sunset in Tha La's flooded field paints a beautiful picture of nature.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764842623344_image.png" alt="" />The scene as drawn<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764876015431_image.png" alt="" />Beautiful, peaceful river<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665764906634214_image.png" alt="" />The photographs evoke many memories for readers of the peaceful countryside of Vietnam.</p>
<p>An Giang is 230 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City and is no longer connected by ferries across the Tien Hau (Tiền, Hậu) River, so the road is convenient. Mount Sam, Cam (Cấm) Mountain, Tuc Dup (Tức Dụp) Hill, Co To (Cô Tô) Mountain, Soài So Lake, Ta Pa (Tà Pạ) Lake, O Thum (Ô Thum) Lake, Tra Su (Trà Sư) Melaleuca Forest... Visitors can also visit Cham (Chăm) Chau Phong (Châu Phong) village, which contains the Jamiul Azhar Mosque, Khmer village, which contains the Koh Kas pagoda, Tual Prasat pagoda, Ba Chua Xu (Bà Chúa Xứ) temple, and Tay An Co Tu (Tây An Cổ Tự) Temple... An Giang also has the Long Xuyen (Long Xuyên) floating market, the Tinh Bien (Tịnh Biên) border market, and Chau Doc (Châu Đốc), which has many unusual and appealing dishes.</p>
<p>Source: Huỳnh Phúc Hậu - Hoàng Minh Tuệ</p>
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      <title>Camping on the Cliffs Overlooking the Nho Que River</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many tourists visit the white cliffs of Ha Giang to camp overnight, experiencing a one-of-a-kind destination in the Northwest.</p>
<p>The white cliffs of Ha Giang are located in the middle of the sky and earth and have become popular with &quot;backpackers&quot; in recent years. The cliff is located on Ma Pi Leng pass, about 160 kilometers from Ha Giang city center, and about 2 kilometers from Dong Van, Meo Vac. What could be better than breathing in the fresh air and relaxing away from the hustle and bustle of city life in this one-of-a-kind destination?</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665483212319299_image.png" alt="" />From above, the legendary Nho Que River and Ma Pi Leng Pass are seen in a mysterious and poetic setting.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665483306077502_image.png" alt="" />The Nho Que River and the looming pass can be seen from the campsite on the white cliffs. Because the white cliff ground has a small area (15 - 20 m2) in the heart of the stone arch, it is impossible to gather in large numbers, with a maximum of about 10 people. As a result, if you want to camp overnight, you should check ahead of time.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665483375437949_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can reach this location by taking the Ma Pi Leng Pass on National Highway 4C. (Happiness Road). Furthermore, there is a road called Ma Pi Leng (Ma Pi Leng B) that only backpacker motorbikes can travel on; cars are not permitted.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665483443652204_image.png" alt="" />The white cliffs of Ha Giang are located on the small Ma Pi Leng pass. However, the highway is only about 3 kilometers long, after which you must walk another 2 kilometers.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665483477817952_image.png" alt="" />The journey is difficult, but when you reach the cliff, the fatigue fades because there is a blue sky, hills, and mountains in front of you.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665483516491527_image.png" alt="" />The stone arch shades the narrow space in the white cliff.</p>
<p>Mr. Ha Anh Khoa (Hau Giang's hometown) and a group of friends just returned from an overnight camping trip in this area. The online community was immediately drawn to the series of photos depicting the unspoiled area nestled in the middle of a rocky cliff. The campsite is about a 40-minute walk from the motorbike stop, according to Khoa. There are two or three ways to get to this camping spot, but the group opts to hike up from the Dang Dang viewpoint. This path is quite narrow, slippery, and foggy, and leads to a deep abyss. However, the route is protected by iron railings and is not particularly hazardous.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665484787522165_image.png" alt="" />The pass below can be seen through the clouds from the cliff.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665484839063345_image.png" alt="" />Everyone can have fun together because there is no Wifi and only unspoiled and quiet nature. The group grilled food, sipped warm tea, and gazed out at the clouds, the Nho Que River, and the winding Ma Pi Leng Pass.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665490109819927_image.png" alt="" />The view from the white cliffs is fantastic.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665490145769949_image.png" alt="" />Camping on white cliffs is most likely a &quot;once-in-a-lifetime&quot; experience. Many indigenous people claimed that the walking path through the white cliff area before Ma Pi Leng pass was the route connecting Dong Van (Đồng Văn) and Meo Vac (Mèo Vạc).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665490205141826_image.png" alt="" />Because this area is quite cold, you should bring plenty of warm clothing. It is cold, especially at night and early in the morning, with strong winds. Furthermore, when sleeping overnight, it is necessary to prepare enough food, water, and necessary items.</p>
<p><strong>Notes from a White Cliffs Camping Trip</strong></p>
<p>Because there is no water source, you must carefully prepare domestic water; the nearest grocery is also a 30-minute walk plus 2 km by motorbike, so you must take the initiative in food and food.</p>
<p>The morning trekking road is quite slippery, so people move slowly and wear shoes with good friction to avoid falling. The Ma Pi Leng section becomes accessible only by motorcycle.</p>
<p>The temperature at night is around 4 - 8 degrees Celsius, so bring plenty of warm clothes, as well as tents, camps, and personal belongings. Do not litter indiscriminately; instead, take only what you intend to bring back.</p>
<p>Source: Phạm Minh Tuệ - Hà Anh Khoa</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phuoc Binh (Phước Bình) National Park is hidden cool and green in the middle of the hot Ninh Thuan &quot;fire pan,&quot; where the country's lowest rainfall occurs.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665397548960495_image.png" alt="" />When young people no longer enjoy traditional travel and want to discover new places to explore the unknown, trekking is gradually gaining popularity.</p>
<p>Many trekking routes in the south are well-known, such as Ta Nang - Phan Dung, conquering the East Pole, K50 waterfall, Bidoup peak - Nui Ba... However, many tourists are unaware of the existence of Phuoc Binh National Park in Ninh Thuan province.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665397579886148_image.png" alt="" />When you mention Ninh Thuan, people immediately think of Nui Chua National Park, the blue sea, or the sun and wind. Few people are aware that Phuoc Binh National Park is located in northwest Ninh Thuan province, near Khanh Hoa and Lam Dong provinces. Green grassy hills stretch seemingly indefinitely, giving people a small sense of being in the middle of nature when standing there.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665397604067939_image.png" alt="" />To begin our exploration of this location, we had to travel up Dalat and then down to Nam Hon Giao of Bidoup National Park. Then we went to the primeval old-growth forest, where the fog created high humidity all year long, allowing the mosses to grow smoothly, clinging to the trunks of old trees and the rocks along the stream. The excitement of entering here did not want to leave, but the entire group had to continue to find Phuoc Binh grass hill.</p>
<p>We descended continuously from nearly 2000m to 600-1000m, walking on the spine of the hill, occasionally encountering large slopes, the group only dared to sit down, on one side was the cliff, the other side the abyss. People have been walking aimlessly since leaving Bidoup National Park, walking in the middle of the &quot;spine&quot; that fog covers over their heads, not knowing what is around them.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665397754245976_image.png" alt="" />People kept moving forward, slope after slope, realizing that going to the forest required more willpower than health. That's because you're in an old-growth forest a few meters from no one, a dozen meters away when the &quot;howl&quot; doesn't direct the person to call, and a hundred meters up in the mountain forest.</p>
<p>The fog gradually cleared, and the light in front of the road gradually increased, and everyone began to rejoice because they knew they were about to exit the old forest, and ahead was Phuoc Binh grassy hill. Everyone must have been taken aback by the breathtaking scenery as they emerged from the haunting forest. We may have visited forests with beautiful green grassy hills in the past, but never saw them stretch and undulate to the horizon like Phuoc Binh.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665397801076930_image.png" alt="" />One night, we camped in the grassy hills, turning off all the lights to illuminate the old mountain forest and the green grassy hills that remained bright the night. In a city full of lights, it's difficult to see the slowly drifting stars.</p>
<p>The best time is to catch the rays of dawn, when the sun gradually rises above the top of the mountain, brightening the still-foggy grass. When a few gusts of wind blew through, the grass swayed like a wave, giving us the impression that we were walking in a sea of grass rather than the middle of the forest. Everyone took a few pictures and sat indifferently, catching the warm rays of the sun and admiring the beautiful landscape picture.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665397849546422_image.png" alt="" />Everyone was pleased with the trip when it came to an end. Meet new people, share good times, and continue to explore strange lands with them to discover how beautiful Vietnam is.</p>
<p>Source: Phùng Quang Huy</p>
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      <title>6 Impressive Art Spaces in Hue</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Aside from outstanding destinations such as Thien Mu Pagoda, Truong Tien Bridge, Dai Noi..., the Diem Phung Thi (Điềm Phùng Thị) Museum, Le Ba Dang (Lê Bá Đảng) Art Center, and Huong River ancient pottery museum is among the 'golden addresses' for tourists who enjoy culture and art while visiting the old capital.</p>
<p><strong>Diem Phung Thi (Điềm Phùng Thị) Museum</strong></p>
<p>Diem Phung Thi is a unique case of sculpture; she is a beautiful, petite French doctor of dentistry who has drunkenly created the sculpture.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665393567225258_image.png" alt="" />Diem Phung Thi's Sculpture Center's facade. Photographer: Ngoc Han</p>
<p>Her sculptures with seven signature letters of Diem Phung Thi's language conquered the art world. A tour of large-scale exhibitions in France, Germany, Italy, Denmark, and Switzerland... Her name is also listed in the Larousse pronoun dictionary (1991). The Diem Phung Thi Museum is located quietly by the Huong River, and the sculptures she donated to Hue welcome visitors.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665393651971471_image.png" alt="" />The villa is located on the banks of the Huong River and houses Ms. Diem Phung Thi's sculptures and relics. Photographer: Ngoc Han</p>
<p>&quot;When I composed, I was happy, I suffered/That sculpture no longer belongs to me/I give you back, or rather, in Bissiere's way, I give me to you,&quot; she says in the museum.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665393740902156_image.png" alt="" /><em>Address: No. 17 Le Loi, Hue City</em></p>
<p><strong>Le Ba Dang (Lê Bá Đảng) Art Center</strong></p>
<p>Leaving the Phung Thi Diem Museum, walk a few hundred meters to 15 Le Loi, which houses the Le Ba Party Art Center, founded by an artist with a distinguished career in France and worldwide.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665393808288323_image.png" alt="" />The Lê Bá Đảng Art Center from the outside.</p>
<p>They were starting with poor young men painting cat sketches on a one-of-a-kind Parisian street now known as &quot;The Fishing Cat&quot; (La Rue Du Chat Qui Pêche) to the lebadagraphic school.</p>
<p>Le Ba Party was named &quot;Master of the East and West Worlds.&quot; From the age of 18, the heart of young Man Le Ba Party has always flowed with the blood of Vietnam through most of Loa Thanh Tomb Garden, Truong Son Rice Grain, Giao Only Footprint, Bich La Flower Village, Saint Giong Monument, Bach Dang Pile...</p>
<p><em>Address: 15 Le Loi, Vinh Ninh Ward, Hue City</em></p>
<p><strong>Lê Bá Đảng Souvenir Space</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665394000440951_image.png" alt="" />After admiring the works of artist Lê Bá Đảng, his artistic ambitions are now realized at Lê Bá Đảng Souvenir Space. The small winding path leads visitors here, surrounded by a fanciful and romantic atmosphere reminiscent of Da lat's scenery.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665394066801905_image.png" alt="" />The entrance to Lê Bá Đảng Souvenir Space is also a cheerful work of art that invites visitors to immerse themselves in the fairytale setting. For many years, the main building was constructed from drawings of the artist's work, and the entire team agreed to complete the feat on the desolate land of Kim Son village. Modern architecture and Asian beauty coexist in perfect harmony.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665394104903072_image.png" alt="" /><em>According to his compositional style, the artist Lê Bá Đảng's artworks are mixed with grass and flowers.</em> <em>Photo: Le Minh Dieu</em></p>
<p>According to his compositional style, the artist Le Ba Party's artworks are mixed with grass and flowers.</p>
<p><em>Address: Kim Son Village, Thuy Bang Commune, Huong Thuy Town</em></p>
<p><strong>Huong River Ancient Pottery Museum</strong></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665394203040441_image.png" alt="" /><em>In the Song Huong Ancient Pottery Museum, many antique pottery jars, chum, and vại,... of various sizes, and large and small shapes whisper to tell the story of ancient times.</em></p>
<p>Thai philosophy professor Kim Lan's Huong River ancient pottery museum, Viet Kieu Duc. This is a Hue garden space where the owner meticulously maintains every blade of grass, branch, flower, and object. The Thai family's collection of ancient ceramic artifacts accumulated over hundreds of years in the Huong river bed is now open to visitors. This is a cultural location that is highly valued by the female owner, who preserves the deep soul of the land of periods.</p>
<p>Many antique pottery jars, chum, and vại,... many sizes, large and small shapes whisper to tell the story of ancient times in the Huong River Ancient Pottery Museum.</p>
<p><em>Address: 120 Nguyen Phuc Nguyen, Huong Long Ward, Hue City</em></p>
<p><strong>Visit An Hien (An Hiên) garden house</strong></p>
<p>An Hien garden house is 6500m2 in size and has the architecture of an ancient Hue garden house. We can sense the atmosphere and lifestyle of the ancient Hue nobles as we walk gently into the ancient garden.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665394424168692_image.png" alt="" />An Hien garden house preserves Hue's ancient architecture.</p>
<p>The scene is calm and fresh among hundreds of carved mementos that have been meticulously designed down to the smallest detail. Many typical fruit trees of the ancient capital grow on a Hien garden campus, including lotus gun, tea stick, tangerine, mangosteen, durian, pink, lychee...</p>
<p><em>Address: 58 Nguyen Phuc Nguyen, Huong Long Ward, Hue City</em></p>
<p><strong>Museum of Porcelain Memorabilia of the Nguyen Period</strong></p>
<p>The last stop was Tran Dinh Son's first private museum in Hue, formerly the home of Tran Dinh Ba, Minister of the Nguyen Dynasty.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665395683525266_image.png" alt="" />Utensils used to eat betel nuts in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries are intricately carved.</p>
<p>Aside from the items in the court, there are also items from the ancient nobility's daily lives, such as betel trays, betel rice, lime jars, betel nut tubes or tea trays, tea boxes, pipes, wine bottles... Each item is embellished with exquisite artistic patterns derived from images of painting and poetry. If you take the time to observe and learn, you will gain a wealth of knowledge from these priceless artifacts.</p>
<p><em>Address: 114 Mai Thuc Loan, Phu Hau Ward, Hue City.</em></p>
<p>Hue city has so far densely preserved historical relics from Vietnam's last feudal dynasty's 200-year reign. As a result, every time you visit Hue, you rush to see everything and then leave disappointed because there are still so many places you haven't had time to see.</p>
<p>The above locations are typical of Hue's top art by the owner, who has an illustrious career recognized by fans and awarded honorary awards. You will receive priceless spiritual gifts that celebrities have respectfully sent to your homeland in just one day on a very small budget.</p>
<p>Source: Ngọc Hân</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Cao Ky Nhan won the gold prize in the international photo contest for his photograph taken in the ripe rice valley of Phong Nam while wearing a striking yellow robe on the side of the mountains and hills and the Quây Son river.</strong></p>
<p>Cao Ky Nhan, 40, of HCMC, is the only Vietnamese photographer to win gold at the Epson International Pano Awards, which were announced in early October.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665317983282692_image.png" alt="" />Cao Ky Nhan's ripe rice valley Phong Nam, winner of a gold award.</p>
<p>Nhan stated that the photo was taken in late September 2019 in Phong Nam, Cao Bang, when the entire valley was covered in a yellow coat of ripe rice, highlighting the mountains, hills, and the Quây Son river.</p>
<p>Although not as well-known as Ban Gioc Waterfall, Phong Nam Valley is still a popular tourist destination due to its charming and poetic beauty. The scenery here gives visitors the impression that they are in another world, one that is both beautiful, peaceful, and liberal.</p>
<p>Cao Bang ripe rice season, which occurs every year from late September to mid-October, is a beautiful location that draws many tourists and photographers.</p>
<p>When viewed from above, Phong Nam Cao Bang appears to be a piece of silk stretching endlessly with beautiful colors; the Quây Sơn line is the highlight that enhances the natural picture.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665318232150079_image.png" alt="" />Cao Ky Nhan's work about the ripe rice season in Phong Nam.</p>
<p>The best time to photograph in Phong Nam is when the sun is just rising and the afternoon is about to end, and the clouds are floating halfway up the mountain, creating a poetic and foreboding scene.</p>
<p>Aside from the golden rice fields of Phong Nam valley, nestled at the foot of the mountain are the rooftops of ethnic people, with approximately 20-30 households living together.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665318267322075_image.png" alt="" />Ripe rice season in Phong Nam.</p>
<p>People in Phong Nam primarily live by farming and going to the forest; the pace of life here is slow and gentle; in addition to watching the landscape, you can also visit the valley villages and learn about the people who live there.</p>
<p>Because the Tay people inhabit the majority of the villages in Phong Nam, the people have retained the rich features of the mountainous region.</p>
<p>Tourists In early October, the rice fields in Phong Nam valley have ripened, and the Tay people's rooftops, with about 20-30 households living together, are nestled at the foot of the mountain.</p>
<p>Phong Nam Valley is located in Phong Nam Commune, Trùng Khánh District, Cao Bang Province, and is a Cao Bang dong border district bordering Ngoc Khe commune, south of Kham Thanh commune, west of Ngoc Chung commune, and north of Jingxi district in Bach Hue, Quảng Tây of China. This location is only 15 kilometers from the center of Trùng Khánh district and has an easy road for tourists to move and explore.</p>
<p>Cao Ky Nhan is a travel inspiration with her high-angle photos of the homeland landscape and the pace of human life.</p>
<p>Cao Ky Nhan is a Phu Yen native who now lives and works in Ho Chi Minh City. As a photographer, I frequently travel to paint water, capturing beautiful landscapes from South to North.</p>
<p>Source: Cao Kỳ Nhân - Hàn Mai</p>
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      <title>The Golden Season in Rú Chá’s Mangroves</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The forest filled with the golden color of the price tree in the early days of October 10 created a poetic picture of the ancient capital of Hue.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665024748013002_image.png" alt="" />Every late autumn, hundreds of photographers from all over the country flock to Rú Chá, located about 15 kilometers east of Hue city center. The Tam Giang - Cầu Hai lagoon, is one of the last remaining mangrove ecosystems (the largest brackish lagoon in Southeast Asia).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665024807092456_image.png" alt="" />The Rú Chá mangrove forest is approximately 5.8 hectares in size.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665024847156755_image.png" alt="" />According to locals, the name Rú Chá, ‘rú’ refers to the mountain forest, and &quot;chá&quot; is the camp reading of the word &quot;giá&quot;. With 27 species, the vegetation here is quite diverse. Price trees, in particular, account for more than 80% of the forest area.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665024995027028_image.png" alt="" />Giá is a plant with shallow flooded roots that serve as a home for cuffs. R Chá mangrove forest is also known as a shield for Thuan An sea's mainland.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665025947366783_image.png" alt="" />The male and female flowers of the rack are not found on the same plant because it is a monophyletic species. The flowers are pale yellow, 3-12cm long, and grow in the leaf axils.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665025993293172_image.png" alt="" />The Rú Chá mangrove area has almost no animal hunting due to its small size and strict management procedures imposed by the local government. As a result, this area has become home to hundreds of different bird and animal species.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665026028008553_image.png" alt="" />Because the Rú Chá mangrove forest is less vulnerable to natural disasters, people flock here during the floating season to avoid flash floods.</p>
<p>After being affected by the Covid-19 epidemic for more than two years, R Chá welcomed many tourists from across the country this year, in addition to local visitors.</p>
<p>Ms. Hoang Lan (52 years old) is a resident of Ho Chi Minh City. HCM revealed: &quot;After seeing many images of R Chá on social media, I decided to visit Hue this year. I was lost in a fairytale forest full of dreams when I arrived here.&quot;<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665026110639495_image.png" alt="" />For many years, photographers have chosen the image of fishermen fishing in mangroves as a theme.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665026142227861_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Binh (42), a local fisherman, stated, &quot;This year Rú Chá is not as beautiful as previous years due to a lot of rain, but the amount of shrimp and fish is more than every year.&quot;<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665026180384284_image.png" alt="" />Contribute to the promotion of Rú Chá in particular and Hue tourism in general. The People's Committee of Hue City (Thua Thien Hue) recently announced a 2022 art photo contest and video clip with the theme &quot;Rú Chá, Con Tè - Colors of the River.&quot; This is a competition to find beautiful works about Rú Chá, Con Tè, and Tam Giang lagoon area in Hue city to exhibit, communicate, and promote these two places.</p>
<p>Source: Nam Anh</p>
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      <title>A Stunning Steppe of Suôi Thầu</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Suôi Thầu steppe is located about 5 kilometers from the center of Xín Mần district in Ha Giang province and has an impressive and poetic beauty.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023210486881_image.png" alt="" />The Suôi Thầu steppe, located at an elevation of 1,200 meters above sea level, is hundreds of hectares wide and seemingly endless. Photograph: Mèo Già<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023271171386_image.png" alt="" /><em>The main highlight is the rustic trees scattered across the steppe making the scene look like &quot;Miniature Switzerland&quot;. Photo: Mèo Già</em></p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023376632184_image.png" alt="" />Each season has its own beauty, but autumn is undoubtedly the most popular.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023418052220_image.png" alt="" />This time of year, the weather is pleasant, the plants are green, the buckwheat flowers are brightly blooming, and the rice is ripe with gold, all of which combine to create a colorful, beautiful picture in the sun.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023461267454_image.png" alt="" />Every day, the weather changes, perhaps from clouds to beautiful sunshine, cloudy dew, and mountains, creating a poetic and magnificent scene.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023498926520_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can &quot;hunt&quot; for unique photos in the early morning or late afternoon. This area is still relatively undeveloped, with few services, accommodations, or dining options available in Cốc Pài, about 5 kilometers away.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023577372471_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can see the communes of Pà Vầy Sủ, Chí Cà, Thèn Phàng, Cốc Rế, and Cốc Pài town from the Suôi Thầu steppes.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023654551332_image.png" alt="" />With its unspoiled, majestic beauty and fresh atmosphere, this place is a must-see for tourists visiting Ha Giang.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023686225221_image.png" alt="" />Suôi Thầu steppe is located on a high mountain near Cốc Pài town; the path up is steep but has been poured with concrete, making it relatively easy to travel.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1665023956946787_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can travel from Bac Ha to Bac Quang town. Autumn is also a stormy season, so roads are prone to landslides; visitors should exercise caution when traveling.</p>
<p>Source: Mèo Già</p>
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      <title>Binh Huong, Quang Ninh - The Beautiful and Poetic Burning Grass Season</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Binh Huong peak, one of the few relatively unspoiled destinations in Quang Ninh, impresses visitors with the burning grass season every 9 months, creating a natural picture dyed with autumn yellow.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664853902187652_image.png" alt="" />Binh Huong's grass-burning season is stunning.</p>
<p>Binh Huong peak, located north of Uong Bi city in Quang Ninh province, is known as &quot;miniature Da Lat&quot; when covered in pine forest and tall grass.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664853941340825_image.png" alt="" />Binh Huong is known as the &quot;Miniature Da Lat in the Heart of Quang Ninh.&quot;</p>
<p>The burning grass season in Binh Huong, known as the &quot;golden season&quot; of Quang Ninh, begins in late September and lasts until the end of October 10. The grassy field and romantic pine hill at Binh Huong peak become an appealing photographic backdrop around this time.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664853980977777_image.png" alt="" />Visitors can watch the lawn turn yellow, just like in romantic movies.</p>
<p>Visitors can explore the trail in the middle of the romantic yellow grass hill, and take photos of the &quot;lonely pine tree,&quot; or the rocks on the side of the road, in addition to the endless burning grass field.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664854028593051_image.png" alt="" />Visitors should also try the experience of climbing to the top of the mountain, which is more than 400m above sea level. Visitors can admire the majesty of the mountains in the distance while standing on the top of Binh Huong, capturing a full view of the beautiful city of Uong Bi and the Bach Dang River.</p>
<p>Binh Huong Mountain is still relatively unspoiled because it is a new tourist destination in Quang Ninh. Day picnics, camping, camping, campfire parties, and sunrise hunting... are thus the most appropriate activities here.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664854074880144_image.png" alt="" />Binh Huong Peak is surrounded by mountain ranges.</p>
<p>Visitors can take a bus from Hanoi to the center of Uong Bi city, Quang Ninh, for 200.00 VND. You can choose to ride a motorcycle if you want to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way. Once there, visitors can choose between two modes of transportation:</p>
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<li>Visitors who want to walk to see the scenery should take The Ba Vàng Way, which goes through the top of Thành Đẳng after Ba Vang Pagoda. This trip is about 4 kilometers long and takes about an hour and a half.</li>
<li>If you are unable to climb the mountain, you can ride a motorcycle. Follow the Vàng Danh path through the Lán Tháp Bridge for about 100m, then turn into the Dong Chanh direction and look for a cloth sign that says &quot;Entrance to Binh Huong peak.&quot; Traveling by motorcycle takes about 20 minutes, and the road up the mountain is relatively easy to navigate with no dangerous bends.</li>
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<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664854150248371_image.png" alt="" />Hiking allows visitors to appreciate the beauty on both sides of the road.</p>
<p>Binh Huong's beauty changes with the seasons, but to fully appreciate the beauty of the burning grass season, visitors should visit between mid-September and October 10. The weather in the North is dry, cool, and less rainy at this time of year, making it much easier for visitors to move around and enjoy themselves.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664854205538866_image.png" alt="" />Sunset from the summit of Binh Huong.</p>
<p>According to many visitors' experiences, the best times of day to explore this mountain are at sunrise and sunset.</p>
<p>Those who want to catch the sunrise should arrive at 5:00 a.m. to admire the sunrise behind the mountains and the first rays of sunlight in the morning mist. Going at 16:00 is ideal for capturing the stunning beauty of the sunset.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664854245730693_image.png" alt="" />Fares that are adaptable to each audience.</p>
<p>Adult admission to Binh Huong Peak costs 50,000 VND per ticket, which includes parking and garbage removal. Child tickets are VND 20,000 per person, and children under the age of six are free. If you bring your student ID, you can get a ticket for 30,000 VND/person.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664854278767311_image.png" alt="" />The grassy season burns with a romantic look at any time and from any camera angle.</p>
<p>Visitors to Binh Huong can rent tents and buy food without prior preparation. Depending on the type of tent, the rental price ranges from 250,000 to 700,000 VND per day. In terms of food, grilled chicken costs 300,000 VND per child, and rice balls cost 10,000 VND per serving.</p>
<p>The northern weather is currently welcoming the beautiful early autumn days. Visitors can fully appreciate this atmosphere in the poetic scenery of the burning grass field at the top of Binh Huong.</p>
<p><img src="https://www.sgtiepthi.vn/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/binh-huong-1.jpg" alt="" /></p>
<p>Source: Minh Huyền - Photo: Dao Linh</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Every year, from 7 to 10 lunar months, water from the upper Mekong River pours in, bringing abundant shrimp fish and bizarre flowers to bloom in a large area of the Long An River.</p>
<p>Huynh Tuan Kiet, a general practitioner who lives and works in Vinh Hung district and has a passion for photography, captured images of the floating water season in Tuyen Binh, Thai Binh Trung, Tuyen Binh Tay, and Vinh Binh communes.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664706550811529_image.png" alt="" />Because the water rises and falls slowly and follows the rules, the people of the West refer to it as &quot;floating water season&quot; rather than &quot;flooding water season.&quot; The floating water season provides many resources and benefits to people, including the ability to build a large amount of silt to make the soil more fertile, as well as the ability to sour, wash alum, and &quot;revive&quot; a large wasteland in Long An.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664706807687317_image.png" alt="" />Floating water contains a variety of aquatic resources, including reishi fish, lentil fish, cotton fish (cá bông lau), and others. The farmer in the photo is excited to catch fish in the field now that the water is higher than his knees.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664707135207689_image.png" alt="" />The floating water season lasts approximately four months. People in the West frequently construct simple, temporary structures that appear incapable of withstanding heavy rain or strong wind gusts, but which endure over time.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664707289471350_image.png" alt="" />It is a popular form of rainwater storage for people during the rainy season. A boat full of jars is depicted in the photograph, an image that the people of Vinh Hung district are very familiar with.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664707308951863_image.png" alt="" />People canoe along the banks of rivers and canals every điên điển season to pick bông điên điển to make vegetables for every meal... Bông điên điển complement dishes with strong Western flavors, such as sour soup, stir-fry with tép đồng, or fish stock...</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664707331465217_image.png" alt="" />The floating water season is when people take advantage of the opportunity to earn a little more money for fish from the &quot;lộc trời,&quot; which is spirit fish (cá linh). After a country market, there was a little fish left to make lunch for the family, which is also a source of happiness for these women.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664707354098248_image.png" alt="" />Spirit fish (cá linh), cotton fish (cá bông lau)... braised or cooked sour soup with bông điên điển is a well-known Western specialty dishes.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664707403902479_image.png" alt="" />Mr. Kiet proudly shared that cá linh cooked with bông điên điển sour soup is a must-have dish when the water season arrives.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664727621237833_image.png" alt="" />Furthermore, reishi fish can be rolled into the deep-fried dough and served with bông điên điển, raw vegetables, and spicy fish sauce.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664727682401914_image.png" alt="" />Seeing the evening light or sunset gradually fall on the homeland during the floating water season is an indescribable feeling for anyone.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664727704857351_image.png" alt="" />Water surrounds the fields of Tuyen Binh, Thai Binh Trung, Tuyen Binh Tay, and Vinh Binh communes. From a distance, humans appear small but are very strong, resilient, and adapted to the ever-changing nature.</p>
<p>Kiet stated that in his spare time or after work, he goes &quot;hunting&quot; for beautiful scenes in his hometown. He's been working on this floating water season series for a month now. His only expectation was that his hometown would be well-known.</p>
<p>Source: Thanh Thu</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>These homestays are both inexpensive and well-liked for their interiors and surroundings.</p>
<p>Dalat's dreamland is always a destination that everyone should visit at least once in their lives. Dalat is enchanted by the pleasant weather, delectable cuisine, and interesting stops. Homestay is the first choice for visitors due to its reasonable price and distinctive design. Let's talk about the &quot;delicious and cheap&quot; places with a beautiful virtual living view.</p>
<h3 id="the-lake-house-dalat"><strong>The Lake House Dalat</strong> </h3>
<p>It is difficult to resist the temptation in front of a lovely house located peacefully on Tuyen Lam Lake. The rustic beauty of the Lake House Dalat draws people in because it is in harmony with nature. Visitors will rest in sun-drenched bungalows, and watching the sunset fall on the mountains and forests is undoubtedly the scene that makes you want to stop time.</p>
<p>The Lake House Dalat is also in a good location because it is close to many beautiful places such as Bao Dai Palace, Truc Lam Monastery, Lam Vien Square, Da Lat Market, Xuan Huong Lake, Datanla Waterfall, and so on.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664682811447978_image.png" alt="" /><em>The poetic setting at The Lake House Dalat. Photo: FB The Lake House Dalat.</em></p>
<p>This location also serves as a suitable accommodation space for many people, as there are double rooms and dormitories for family and friends to enjoy together.</p>
<p>Homestay is also well-known for its on-site café. What could be more peaceful than sipping a drink while watching the shimmering scenery of the mountains and forests from the shop overlooking Tuyen Lam Lake?</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664682849042866_image.png" alt="" />Zoom out to the tranquil lake. Photo courtesy of FB The Lake House Dalat.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664682876406337_image.png" alt="" /><em>Excellent accommodation. Photo courtesy of FB The Lake House Dalat.</em></p>
<p><em>150,000-1,000,000 VND in price</em></p>
<p><em>Thuong Garden, Tuyen Lam Lake Marina, Da Lat City Ward 3</em></p>
<h3 id="leng-keng-dalat-homestay"><strong>Leng Keng Dalat Homestay</strong></h3>
<p>Cloud hunting and viewing the valley from above has become Dalat's famous &quot;specialty&quot; in recent years. As a result, Leng Keng Homestay is unquestionably the address you should save because it is situated on a high hillside, allowing you to &quot;inhale&quot; the morning dew every time you wake up.</p>
<p>This location is approximately 3 kilometers from the city center, making it very convenient to visit famous sites such as Xuan Huong Lake, Da Lat Cable Car, Tuyen Lam Lake, and so on.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664682939980688_image.png" alt="" /><em>Beautiful flower gardens surround the homestay. Photo: @lengkengdalat.</em></p>
<p>Leng Keng takes advantage of its location on a high hill by expanding many balconies and tables and chairs for visitors to view the scenery and hunt clouds. The design of the space close to nature, as well as the sound of the typical wind chimes, have made this location a &quot;healing&quot; point after long days at work.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664682997877894_image.png" alt="" /><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683005267735_image.png" alt="" /><em>There are many different types of rooms for guests to choose from. Photo: @lengkengdalat.</em></p>
<p>In terms of rooms, Leng Keng can give you a &quot;headache&quot; because there are up to 11 different room categories at reasonable prices, allowing you to rent a variety of rooms. In addition, the homestay has planned a number of appealing amenities, including a lovely café, a BBQ garden, a grocery counter, and a self-service kitchen.</p>
<p><em>Price: 150,000-2,000,000 VND</em></p>
<p><em>Address: Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Ward 10, Da lat City</em></p>
<h3 id="nn-hey-dalat"><strong>én.n hey Dalat</strong></h3>
<p>If you are visiting Dalat and want to stay in a romantic wooden house, én.n this homestay is a good option. Homestay is 2-3 kilometers from the center and is built in Japanese architectural style, with attic-like rooms with a small area and awnings where you can sit and relax, as well as check-in poetic photos.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683156960524_image.png" alt="" /><em>Visitors describe the lovely wooden house as &quot;creepy.&quot; Photo: @chiuchiu.chill.</em></p>
<p>The homestay has four wooden loft rooms with different characteristics to suit the needs of visitors: bara room, Kiku room, momo room, and ume room.</p>
<p>This location has a common kitchen and living room, especially the kitchen, which is a familiar &quot;virtual living&quot; place for tourists who have visited. Every corner of the homestay brings tranquillity and peace, just as the definition of &quot;pleasant&quot; that the people who make it strive for.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683221669624_image.png" alt="" /><em>The interior is extremely comfortable.</em> <em>Photo: én.nè bed &amp; breakfast</em></p>
<p><em>Price: 750,000-1,100,000 VND</em></p>
<p><em>Address: Le Hong Phong Street, Ward 4, Da lat City</em></p>
<p><strong>Looking for a Dalat Homestay</strong></p>
<p>Waiting for a Homestay, as the unforgettable name suggests, is located on a high hill, hidden deep among the pine trees of the mountains and forests, from which you can see the entire vast valley, making it ideal for nature lovers.</p>
<p>Sipping a warm cup of coffee and immersing yourself in the sounds of the mountains and forests in the morning will be great moments of relaxation and &quot;energy charging&quot; before returning to the modern pace of life. You should try the sunrise check-in experience at the wooden bridge in particular while you're here.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683298175340_image.png" alt="" /><em>This homestay is mostly made of wood, giving it a traditional Dalat feel.</em> <em>Photo: FB Wait for a Homestay person.</em></p>
<p>Homestay has both dorm and private rooms; the main interior is wood with classic architecture, creating a warm, familiar atmosphere far from the city's noise. You can cook for yourself or order lunch/dinner for an additional fee of 30,000 VND / person from a fairly diverse food menu while staying here.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683358506413_image.png" alt="" /><em>Homestay has some of the most extreme virtual living areas. Photo: FB Wait for a Homestay.</em></p>
<p><em>Price: 450,000- 1,200,000 VND</em></p>
<p><em>Address: Khoi Nghia Bac Son Street, Ward 10, Da Lat City</em></p>
<h3 id="tai-homestay-dalat"><strong>Tai Homestay Dalat</strong></h3>
<p>Tai Homestay Dalat has been open for about two years, so it is still relatively unknown to tourists. This cloud hunting spot is 500 meters away and 2.6 kilometers from the square, but it is completely surrounded by pine forests. It has a 99% forest view, so it is ideal for those who love nature and want to live in harmony with romantic plants.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683419859000_image.png" alt="" /><em>Beautiful homestay in the pine forest. Photo: @taihomestay.</em></p>
<p>Despite its location in the middle of the forest, the homestay has all of the amenities: car access to the gate, its own path, and a private toilet. Visitors can also try their hand at growing vegetables, gardening, woodworking, picking roses, picking avocados, and so on.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664683470122905_image.png" alt="" /><em>Rooms with forest views are particularly lovely.</em> <em>Photo: @taihomestay.</em></p>
<p>The productive rose garden is another benefit of Tai Homestay that should not be overlooked. The &quot;Tent&quot; room is located at the bottom of the rose garden and is made of transparent glass, allowing visitors to bathe while immersed in nature or lie in bed while watching ripe persimmons in front of them.</p>
<p><em>Price: About 600,000 VND</em></p>
<p><em>Address: Khe Sanh Street, Ward 10, Da lat City</em></p>
<p><em>Source: Phuong Nhi</em></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Diners who drink tea and coffee can freely pay based on their dining experience.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664619007569561_image.png" alt="" />The café on Trieu Viet Vuong Street, more than 2 kilometers from Xuan Huong Lake, is a popular hangout for many young people visiting Da Lat. The walls and stairs are primarily made of wood. The wall behind the window is covered in notes, where visitors can save their conversations.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664619046599791_image.png" alt="" />The interior of the shop is designed in a classic style, with antique tables and chairs, wooden pianos... The majority of the employees are disabled. Diners who place an order or make a request will write it down on a piece of paper and hand it to the wait staff.</p>
<p>The menu is simple, with some familiar water dishes like tea and coffee... Water dishes are free of charge. A wooden crate stood in front of the small kitchen. Diners pay &quot;depending on the satisfaction and happiness of being here,&quot; according to the restaurant's menu.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664619117286955_image.png" alt="" />The front yard is open and light. Tables and chairs are arranged beneath the canopy. The restaurant is quite crowded in the morning and afternoon, but everyone is limited to speaking loudly, so it is not too noisy.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664619158313306_image.png" alt="" />The back of the shop overlooks a small, covered garden, and the winters are slightly cold and windy. Guests can sit here and watch the wildflowers bloom bright yellow from October 10-11. This is also an appropriate address for people traveling alone who want to find a 'chill' corner away from other people.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664619189191274_image.png" alt="" />Despite being close to the city center and on a major thoroughfare, the space here is still very quiet due to its location beneath a slope. Many trees surround the shop, giving the impression that you are lost in a fairy garden. The shop has numerous 'virtual living' corners that are ideal for photography.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/10/1664619221366655_image.png" alt="" />Tourists in taxis will arrive at the top of the slope after walking down a few tens of meters. The roadside flowers are stunning. You can run to the front of the shop and park right next to it if you ride a motorcycle.</p>
<p>Source: Vi Yến</p>
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      <title>Tourists Flock to Mu Cang Chai During the Golden Season</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Around ten days ago, a large number of tourists descended on Mu Cang Chai (Yen Bai) to celebrate the arrival of the rice season.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664526581630364_image.png" alt="" />The scenery of Mu Cang Chai impresses female tourists (Photo: Riri Phuong Trinh).</p>
<p>Phuong Trinh (24 years old, Ho Chi Minh City) has just returned from a 9-day-8-night trip with friends to conquer the Northwest provinces, with Mu Cang Chai being the most anticipated and impressive destination (Yen Bai).</p>
<p>&quot;Mu Cang Chai is stunningly beautiful and serene. My group consists of friends who are passionate about travel and prefer to travel independently rather than on tours so that they can freely experience their favorite destinations and immerse themselves in local activities and culture &quot;Phuong Trinh stated.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664526630362148_image.png" alt="" />Many tourists enjoy Mu Cang Chai's self-sufficient travel (Photo: Riri Phuong Trinh).</p>
<p>Many tourists have flocked to Mu Cang Chai (Yen Bai) in the last ten days to celebrate the arrival of the rice season. Many young tourists prefer to travel independently rather than on tours or in groups, particularly those coming from the north, such as Hanoi, Hai Phong, Quang Ninh...</p>
<p>The most common itinerary is 2 days 1 night or 3 days 2 nights for 1.5 - 2 million VND/person.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664526670254853_image.png" alt="" />Tourists frequently visit Mu Cang Chai for two days and one night or three days and two nights (Photo: Quynh Trang).</p>
<p>According to a number of travel agencies, northern mountainous tour products, particularly the mu Cang Chai golden season tour, continue to attract visitors. Many units exceeded their goals and quickly increased the number of tours available to meet the needs of visitors.</p>
<p>&quot;We served approximately 3,000 visitors to the northern mountainous tours during the 2/9 holiday period.&quot;</p>
<p>Despite the fact that we evaluated the golden season tour's appeal, this is still a rather surprising number. &quot;With the Mu Cang Chai tour, we need to open more tours on a regular basis to meet the needs of our customers,&quot; said Ms. Nguyen Thi Minh Hien, Deputy Director of PYS Travel.</p>
<p>Vietravel has also received over 6,500 visitors who have registered to book northern mountainous tours.</p>
<p>According to Mr. Bui Thanh Tu, Marketing Director of BestPrice Travel Company, tourists from the North frequently visit Mu Cang Chai for three days and two nights.</p>
<p>This type of visitor frequently books car combos - hotels or hotels. Meanwhile, visitors from the south tend to prefer package tours. &quot;Southern customers can combine Mu Cang Chai tours with visits to Hanoi, Ha Long, and Ninh Binh,&quot; Tu explained.</p>
<p>According to research, the cost of a Mu Cang Chai tour package (from Hanoi) is between 1.6 and 2 million VND/person/2D1D and between 2.7 and 3 million VND/person/3D2. For visitors from the south, the Mu Cang Chai tour package costs around 5 million VND/person/3D2D. Many discount programs are also implemented by travel agencies when customers buy tour products in groups, book early...</p>
<p>Mu Cang Chai still has a limited number of accommodation establishments and tourism services. If you book late on the weekend of 9-10 months, it is difficult for visitors to find a suitable room. As a result, many people prefer package tours for the best service.</p>
<p>Furthermore, package tours are ideal for office visitors with limited time. Ms. Pham Ha (Hoang Mai, Hanoi) and her colleagues recently returned from Mu Cang Chai. To save time and have the best schedule and service, the group opts for a 2-day-1-night tour, which costs about 1.5 million VND per person.</p>
<p>The route to Mu Cang Chai's famous check-in points, such as Png Luong commune bamboo forest, Raspberry Hill (La Pán Tẩn commune), and Horseshoe hill... is quite difficult. As a result, visitors are frequently required to ride a motorbike taxi of locals from the gathering point to the most beautiful point, which costs between 80,000 and 100,000 VND per person.</p>
<p>&quot;There was congestion in the motorbike taxi park area at Horseshoe Hill in the afternoon of August 18,&quot; Ha said.</p>
<p><strong>Mu Cang Chai Timetable: 2 days, 1 night</strong></p>
<p>During the night, visitors from Hanoi can take a Limousine. The average travel time is 6 hours (starting at 10 pm).</p>
<p>On day one, visitors can rent a car and drive themselves to Tu Le to see how nuggets are made, then to the tourist culture of Búng Sổm, Lìm Mông village to see ripe rice and learn about the lives of local ethnic people. These two versions have a lot of unexplored territories. After that, you can go to Khau San Pass to see the golden ripe rice valley and go paragliding.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664526864735585_image.png" alt="" />Visitors are drawn to the paragliding experience (Photo: Hien Mai).</p>
<p>Day two takes visitors to Raspberry Hill, Mu Cang Chai town, and Horseshoe Hill.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664526902037116_image.png" alt="" />Visitors should book their accommodations 5-10 days in advance (Photo: Hien Mai).</p>
<p>Visitors should dress in bright colors to stand out in the middle of nature, and bring comfortable, easy-to-move shoes/sandals.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664526942974986_image.png" alt="" />The white costumes will look great in the setting of the ripe rice season at Mu Cang Chai (Photo: Riri Phuong Trinh).</p>
<p><strong>Note</strong></p>
<p>Nguyen Thi Quynh Trang (Hanoi, 2001) shared: &quot;Currently, transportation to Mu Cang Chai is very convenient, and visitors can easily refer to the schedule from bloggers, so many young people, including myself, prefer to travel independently. Mu Cang Chai's services are not diverse, but they are reasonably priced, with no price tag status &quot;.</p>
<p>However, in Quynh Trang's experience, self-sufficient visitors to Mu Cang Chai should keep the following points in mind:</p>
<p><em>- Research coach houses thoroughly to avoid units with poor service that have received a lot of negative feedback. Currently, many tourists reflect the situation of overcrowded sleeper buses on the Hanoi-Mu Cang Chai route.</em></p>
<p><em>- The weather in Mu Cang Chai on September - 10 is quite complicated, and sunny - rain is erratic, so visitors should bring more windbreakers and raincoats. The weather forecast is not always accurate in relation to the actual local situation.</em></p>
<p><em>- Avoid going on weekends to avoid overcrowding.</em></p>
<p><em>- Visitors will require a solid steering wheel to navigate difficult roads to the check-in location.</em></p>
<p>Source: Toàn Vũ</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Visitors can see ripe rice while paragliding from Khau Phạ Pass, as well as the wild and majestic beauty of the mountain soaring like a horn in the blue sky.</p>
<p>Nguyen Thao Nhi (28 years old, Binh Tan district, Ho Chi Minh City) rushed forward after hearing the pilot's departure signal. The red parachute took off in a split second, soaring into the air.</p>
<p>It was sunny, clouds flew across her head, and she couldn't help but be amazed by the captivating beauty of the Northwest mountains as she looked down.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525043257722_image.png" alt="" />In Mu Cang Chai, you can parachute over a sea of ripe rice.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525068950442_image.png" alt="" />The Khau Phạ paragliding point in Mu Cang Chai district is one of four beautiful flying spots in the country.</p>
<p>Thao Nhi safely landed at the landing site in Cao Phạ commune after 15 minutes of experiencing the sensation of wild birds (Mu Cang Chai district, Yen Bai).</p>
<p>Thao Nhi revealed that she had to wait several years for this unique experience. Knowing about the annual ripe rice season paragliding festival a few years ago, due to the epidemic's impact, Thao Nhi arrived in Yen Bai in 2021. However, when she arrived in Mu Cang Chai last year, she was forced to return to Ho Chi Minh City due to an unexpected job.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525132072994_image.png" alt="" />Thousands of people flock to the Northwest highlands during the rice harvest to experience the sensation of flying in the sky.</p>
<p>To carefully prepare for the trip, she contacted a paragliding company about a week in advance in 2022. Nhi chose a 9-seat limousine priced at VND 600,000 to travel over 2,000 kilometers from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi in mid-September (Mu Cang Chai district). She contacted the paragliding organizer and requested transportation to the take-off point.</p>
<p>Nhi previously paraglided in Son Tra Peninsula (Da Nang), but the experience of flying in Khau Phạ Pass and viewing the rice terraces is unique.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525187028966_image.png" alt="" />One of the appealing travel trends that draws a large number of young people to experience discovery is flying umbrellas.</p>
<p>The Khau Phạ Pass connects the Yen Bai province districts of Van Chan and Mu Cang Chai. This is one of Vietnam's &quot;four great passes,&quot; known for its ruggedness. With an elevation of about 1,200 meters above sea level, the pass is fogged in all year.</p>
<p>The Thais called the pass Khau Phạ, which means &quot;horn of heaven,&quot; while the Hmong called it &quot;sour&quot; (windy mountain).<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525265057664_image.png" alt="" />What's more exciting than paragliding? Instead of watching the terraces from a low altitude, you never expect a picturesque view to appear right in front of you.</p>
<p>As a result, tourists like Thao Nhi can take off paragliding from Khau Phạ Pass and not only see the ripe rice but also admire the wild and majestic beauty of the mountain soaring like a horn in the blue sky.</p>
<p>Mr. Nguyen Huy Tuan (32, Dong Da district, Hanoi) enjoys traveling and participating in extreme sports as a technology engineer. Paragliding during the golden season is a perfect match for both of his interests.</p>
<p>Mr. Tuan, his wife, and their children took a private car to the Mu Cang Chai district. He volunteered to take his wife and children to famous ripe rice check-in points like Raspberry and Horseshoe Hill...</p>
<p>Weekend paragliding was extremely popular, so Tuan's father and son had to wait more than a day for their turn. &quot;When I discovered that the sport was appropriate for young children, I decided to purchase a ticket for my 12-year-old son to participate. We were accompanied by professional pilots during the flight, so we felt very safe and confident &quot;Tuan stated.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525427519271_image.png" alt="" />The most appealing experience that makes you fall in love with the journey to Mu Cang Chai is parachuting.</p>
<p>Because it is the peak season for watching rice ripen, the paragliding service is frequently overcrowded on weekends, so Vu Dieu Linh (Long Bien, Hanoi) and a group of three friends booked a flight during the week. Linh stated that the group had booked a two-day, one-night trip to Mu Cang Chai. They pay 2.2 million VND per person for paragliding tickets purchased separately.</p>
<p>Linh stated that she was nervous before flying, so she researched the sport. However, prior to takeoff, Linh was meticulously guided by the pilots. Linh only needs to coordinate smoothly and follow the pilot's instructions for a successful flight.</p>
<p>&quot;My favorite moment is when I lift my feet off the ground and feel as if I've grown a new pair of wings,&quot; the Hanoi girl explained.</p>
<p>Linh enjoys the smoothness of flying parachutes, and the pilot occasionally makes swings that give her more thrills in the sky. Linh, in particular, can save those costly moments with video equipment and take Gopro photos to create memories or share with friends.</p>
<p>&quot;The previous afternoon, after several flights, the pilots terminated the flight due to unfavorable weather conditions. After days of waiting, many passengers beg to fly. However, for the sake of the visitors' safety, the pilots flatly refused. As a result, I realized that they work very professionally and always prioritize the safety of visitors &quot;Dieu Linh contributed.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525742005013_image.png" alt="" />Skydiving on the vast terraces and traveling through the hills and mountains will undoubtedly be unforgettable memories.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525780413210_image.png" alt="" />Many visitors come to Mu Cang Chai during the ripe rice season to take part in the skydiving festival and watch the rice ripen.</p>
<p>Mr. Dang Van My - paragliding coach of Mebayluon Paragliding, head of the organizing committee of Mu Cang Chai Paragliding 2022 - has been in Mu Cang Chai for about 2 months now to serve tourists from all over the world flocking to Yen Bai.</p>
<p>According to Mr. Dang Van My, Khau San Peak is one of the best places to paraglide. This flight point has a significant difference, as do many other destinations in Vietnam. However, because of the mountainous terrain, visitors who paraglide at Khau San Pass have the sensation of flying higher than at other points.</p>
<p>Visitors to Kha San can not only see the terraces from above but also learn about the Hmong and Thai cultures and breathe in the fresh air.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525847153916_image.png" alt="" />Experimenting with one of the &quot;four great passes.&quot;<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664525872202398_image.png" alt="" />The Khau San Pass at Mu Cang Chai is beautiful all year, but there are only two seasons suitable for skydiving. It's the season of ripe rice and of pouring water.</p>
<p>Professional paragliding pilots from Vietnam and many other countries, including Indonesia and Nepal, have gathered in Mu Cang Chai in recent days to participate in the Festival Paragliding Mu Cang Chai 2022. They've also helped hundreds of tourists fly through the sky to see the terraces. Every day, 30-70 flights are made here, depending on wind and weather conditions.</p>
<p>The rice ripening season in Mu Cang Chai is currently at its peak; by the end of October, the rice will be harvested. Along with visiting places like Tu Le, Raspberry Hill, La Pán Tẩn, and the &quot;dinosaur spine,&quot;... When visiting Yen Bai during the golden season, you should also try your hand at paragliding.</p>
<p>The Mu Cang Chai Paragliding Festival 2022 attracts approximately 100 domestic and international pilots. This is a highlight that contributes to the realization of the goal of developing Mu Cang Chai district into a tourist district for this area. The paragliding festival will take place in the Khau San pass area until the end of October 2022.</p>
<p>Source: Toàn Vũ - Phạm Hồng Hạnh</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em><strong>The buckwheat flower fields in the rocky plateau have rushed into season this year, blooming pink and purple and weaving through the borderlands' clusters of rocks.</strong></em></p>
<p>This year, the buckwheat flower fields on the rocky plateau burst into bloom, blooming pink and purple and weaving through the borderlands' clusters of rocks.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460064717914_image.png" alt="" />Buckwheat is ripe in color, swaying in front of the wind as if inviting.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460134460778_image.png" alt="" />According to the ancients, this flower grew from the rice brow; the cornrow should be called barley, and the triangular leaves should be called buckwheat flowers.</p>
<p>We continued our journey from the Suôi Thầu steppe to the mountainous region with mountains hugged by white clouds, hiding small villages in the valley's depths; where the line of Nho Quế, bent over steep cliffs, probed by jade.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460211452874_image.png" alt="" />The road took me to the magnificent rocky plateau.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460237647674_image.png" alt="" />There are thousands of overlapping rocks everywhere where there are only rocks and stones.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460263634012_image.png" alt="" />The road to Dong Van, winding through the passes, buckwheat copper waving to travelers on both sides of the road</p>
<p>Cross the roads to the Dong Van rock plateau, which is near the northern border.</p>
<p>No matter where you have been captivated by the scenery, I am confident that coming to Ha Giang will captivate you with its majestic but gentle beauty; especially when the Wick comes to the east, you will be immersed in the cold numbness of the people leaning on the misty passes.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460317310060_image.png" alt="" />The roadside market was busy early in the morning, with people passing by.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460342876593_image.png" alt="" />Looking down from the top of the pass &quot;lift the clouds,&quot; where the valley, the village is rich in the color of rocks, flowers, and plants.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460372964423_image.png" alt="" />People in that peaceful location are hard at work on their farms.</p>
<p>The song &quot;Here Ha Giang sunny pink called clouds&quot; echoed in his ears, and the scenery forever drifted back on the journey. We were on the road in no time, slowly &quot;sliding&quot; through many beautiful pictures like a fairy scene, feeling immersed in the sky, clouds, and mountains. That scene can sometimes completely immerse you in the fantasy realm.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460422345064_image.png" alt="" />The pig sucks as it travels through the mountain pass, with the bucket cliff on one side and the terraced rice field on the other... Happiness winding Ma  Pi Leng pass, a road with a total length of about 200 kilometers, runs through Dong Van rock plateau and the top of Ma Pi Leng pass to Meo Vac.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460455043031_image.png" alt="" /></p>
<p>Along the way, I photographed the landscape of the border rocky plateau - Dong Van Rock Plateau, which has been designated a UNESCO Global Geopark.</p>
<p>It was majestic, with silent rocks stacked in layers, creating a massive gray picture, and we were suddenly reduced to the vastness of the rock.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460502817731_image.png" alt="" />Back and forth through the passes, the slope winds with difficult sleeve bends. When you reach the top of the Shen Ma slope, you will see beautiful Hmong babies with hunched shoulders full of buckwheat inflorescences.</p>
<p>Her lovely face, her nose flushed with cold, her cheekbones pink, her genuine innocence was endearing. Perhaps the downstream region's &quot;civilization&quot; has not yet reached this rocky plateau.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460530610285_image.png" alt="" />The Mong girls carried the hump when there was fog near the house.</p>
<p>We said our goodbyes to the girls in the colorful butt-spreading dresses and continued down the pass into Valley Cam's Cultural Village. Tens of thousands of buckwheat petals flaunt their colors, sweet pink, shimmering in the sunlight in the dawn light, interwoven with buckwheat fields and rocks.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460582346901_image.png" alt="" />Little Mông girls with baskets of brightly colored flowers can be seen in front of Pao's house.</p>
<p>The house, with earthen walls and ornate stone fences, was once the setting for the film &quot;The Story of Pao.&quot; Cloud cover, the back of the house leaned against the cliff.</p>
<p>Listen, while carrying the soil and stones in the old wilderness, Mr. Liu and Mrs. Lo were busy together, so they slipped, knocked the burden into the shattered rock mass, splashed millions and millions of small blocks of stone, and stuck the bucket on the ground of this rocky plateau.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460635648097_image.png" alt="" />Like anyone who ignores the foot of the mountain, the soft silk strip of the M-shaped road weaves the majestic beauty of heaven and earth.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460661416789_image.png" alt="" />Nho Quế Stream winds beneath the Ma Pi Leng Pass.</p>
<p>Extremely impressed with &quot;Mã Pì Lèng,&quot; one of Vietnam's four great passes up to 20km long, known as the &quot;Bridge of Horse Nose&quot; in the indigenous Hmong language. The mountain arc is one of the &quot;four great passes&quot; of Vietnam's northern mountains, winding through layers of rocks and mountains.</p>
<p>Walking on this pass will move our entire bodies, swaying and spinning like an umbrella in the dances of beautiful Mèo girls. Nho Quế stream circles the green mountainside deep at the pass's foot.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460744161749_image.png" alt="" />On Dragon Mountain's northernmost tip, the sacred Lung Cu FlagPole<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664460776007453_image.png" alt="" />The Lung Cu flagpole is a must-see destination at the end of the journey. Standing at the foot of the flag, the eyes are wide open, collapsing a Ha Giang stretching to the horizon, so beautiful and majestic.</p>
<p>Placing our hands on our chests and silently watching the Buddha flag fly in the Fatherland's first land, we will see how beautiful our country is, national pride will be evoked, and we will feel sacred as the two words of the Fatherland echo throughout the journey.</p>
<p>Source: Nhạn Dung - Hữu Long</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in northwest Quang Binh is known as the &quot;Cave Kingdom,&quot; the Dong Chau-Khe Nuoc Trong Nature Reserve in southwest Quang Binh is known as the &quot;Land of Waterfalls.&quot;</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353364197193_image.png" alt="" />Nobody knows how many waterfalls there are in this 22,000-hectare forest. Suoi Tien alone has ten large and small waterfalls along its 6km length. Each waterfall varies in height but is stunning amidst the unspoiled mountain scenery.</p>
<p>We arrived at Suoi Tien after more than 30 minutes of walking, weaving under the canopy of the ancient forest, and listening to birds singing, leaves ringing, and strange animal sounds. The stream is unremarkable without a white, silky waterfall that loosens its hair. According to legend, the villagers used to call the waterfall &quot;Silver Hair,&quot; but later changed it to &quot;Fairy Hair.&quot; The first visitors to this location are always &quot;Fairy hair,&quot; not necessarily &quot;Mr. Fairy's hair.&quot;<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353438210578_image.png" alt="" />Fairy Hair Waterfall is located on a cliff and is surrounded by two &quot;arms&quot; trees, making it romantic and poetic. The lake beneath Fairy Hair Waterfall is so clear that pebbles of various sizes and colors, as well as small schools of fish, can be seen.</p>
<p>We were told by Fairy Hair that we would continue our journey by following the stream bank. People are only allowed to bring a smartphone to take photos, in addition to quick-drying suits, helmets, gloves, and slippers. Porters will transport all luggage to its final destination.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353475827525_image.png" alt="" />The phone was the only thing bothering me as I passed through the third waterfall. To overcome the rocky slopes when standing up, when slippery, when sharp, you must employ all defense education postures: rolling, dragging, crawling, clinging, clinging, pulling... The slips are also too &quot;spectacular&quot;: when the waves are in the stream and being thrown up and down, the buttocks and back continue to kick unexpectedly and painfully. However, everyone is excited because the journey ahead promises many exciting things.</p>
<p>Wading through the stream, feeling like the rain had just passed, I stopped and looked up. From the rocky shore, thousands of jets of water weave magically in the sun. A rain screen is never seen before. Under the rain was a perfectly arranged miniature: Trees with rocks whispering in the rain, streams flowing around and cheering with the wind. I stood there for a long time, letting the magical rain of cool rock seep into my flesh, my heart rising with joy like the day she showered on my porch.</p>
<p>We arrived at the most talked-about waterfall on the trip after wading a few more sections of the stream. From above, the waterfall appears to be a piano with white keys and a flowing sound. Duong Piano Waterfall, which is 50m high and slopes about 70 degrees, is one of Chau-Khe Nuoc Trong Cave's most beautiful waterfalls.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353625627938_image.png" alt="" />To pass this waterfall, the experiencer must wear a protective belt that connects two ropes, one supported by two winch operators from the top of the waterfall and one rope that the passer must grasp and actively climb using strong pulling force with both hands.</p>
<p>After only a few stone steps, I noticed that the water from the waterfall was becoming increasingly powerful, the rocks were slippery, and it was difficult to find a place to cling. That is why Netin Travel Company's guides are true artists. Their orange-robed silhouettes moved flexibly and gracefully over the white foaming waterfall without the ropes.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353694226849_image.png" alt="" />We arrived at the campsite after crossing Thác Dương Cầm (The Piano Falls) and wading a short distance. It was a tall and relatively flat rock near the edge of the forest, next to the stream.</p>
<p>The afternoon sun added a few puffs of smoke from the newly rekindled fire to the forest scene, making it more peaceful and cozy. Birds, frogs, and streams could be heard from afar. Dinner in the middle of the forest includes snails, rub (stone crab) caught under the slot, and a bowl of begonia leaves soup cooked with sweet and sour spring fish.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353780541475_image.png" alt="" />We heard the forest guards tell stories of the monkeys and langurs who used to tease the dogs at the Monkey Bridge Forest Protection station at night, in the moonlight through the sky, by the fire from the boiling pot of water; the placement of photo traps to detect animals recorded in the Red Book of Vietnam and the World such as saola, gaur, Truong Son gill, pheasant, pheasant...</p>
<p>There are also numerous medicinal plants and valuable trees in the forest, including honey mahogany, mop mahogany, lim xanh, and incense. The forest here is an evergreen rainforest, a rare type of forest still found in Vietnam, and it is rich in flora and fauna.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353894504383_image.png" alt="" />From the time of the war until now, generations of Quang Binh people have protected this forest. Cultural and historical values such as Bai Bullet, Bru-Van Kieu villages such as The Regiment village, and the legendary Truong Son road through the forest attract visitors when they come here...</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664353953023943_image.png" alt="" />The sensation of waking up in the mountains and forests for the first time is indescribable. The stream was calm and rattling, not rumbling like it had been yesterday afternoon; the sound of birds and leaves was also quieter. Sitting quietly, feeling like many melancholy, my heart's sorrows melted with the wind, and my breath merged with nature.</p>
<p>The Heaven's Gate waterfall was the final challenge on our journey. This is Tien Stream's longest and tallest waterfall (about 120m). Looking up from the waterfall's base, Heaven's Gate is tall.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664354023073133_image.png" alt="" />To get to the top of the waterfall, you must climb steep rocky slopes. There are sections that require crossing the forest and climbing the cliffs. The Sky Gate Waterfall is magnificent; the water from above cascades down white like a silk strip, winding among the green mountains and forests. There are a lot of old trees in this forest. The presence of an entire forest of woody ferns attests to the long-standing formation of this pristine, ancient beauty.</p>
<p>Sky Gate Waterfall has a cool, pleasant midsummer climate with temperatures ranging from 22 to 240 degrees Celsius. Quang Binh is aiming for an ideal location for the ecotourism and resort tourism industries.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664354079640451_image.png" alt="" />Dong Chau-Khe Nuoc Trong Forest also serves as the source of two major rivers, Dai Giang (Long Dai) and Kien Giang, both of which are tributaries of the Nhat Le River. Hundreds of streams pouring in from this location have nourished the rich rivers and villages downstream.</p>
<p>We completed the journey by swimming through a fairly deep lake and down a steep slope to the other side of the mountain. A return journey.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664354122311122_image.png" alt="" />The sensation of &quot;landing&quot; is satisfaction from conquering oneself, not the waterfalls.</p>
<p>The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) identified Dong Chau-Khe Nuoc Trong as one of 200 centers with high biodiversity worldwide, and BirdLife International identified it as one of Vietnam's 62 important and endemic bird regions.</p>
<p>Dong Chau-Khe Nuoc Trong has a forest cover of more than 98%, with more than 50% of the protected evergreen closed forest (more than 14 thousand hectares) remaining almost intact. This type of forest has high biodiversity and is extremely rare in Vietnam.</p>
<p>Source: Trần Hồng Hiếu (Photo: Netin Travel)</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The river is fogged in, and the rice fields on both sides of the Quây Sơn River are turning golden, creating an enchanting scene.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664187500344008_image.png" alt="" />In September, when other parts of the North are gearing up for harvest, the rice on both sides of the Quây Sơn River is still green, with a few rice fields gradually turning yellow to form beautiful colored boxes.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664187538036231_image.png" alt="" />Nguyen Trong Cung (Thai Binh) spent a day last week roaming along Quây Sơn, capturing the beautiful moments of the river from morning to night this autumn.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664187736553636_image.png" alt="" />In the early morning, the palace chooses a high, open location to get a panoramic view of the river and 'hunt clouds.' When the early morning sun shines through the fog, it creates beautiful sun rays that transform the mountains and forests here into a water painting that attracts visitors.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664188024566324_image.png" alt="" />The village appears to be quiet and rustic, situated on a river crossed by a suspension bridge. And the road connecting Chongqing town and Phong Nam commune is about 10 kilometers long, with a beautiful 'golden season' view popular with photographers.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664188207746183_image.png" alt="" />The rice here began to ripen evenly in October, attracting more visitors.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664188318543804_image.png" alt="" /></p>
<p>The best time of day for nature photography in Quây Son is when the sun is rising and setting.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664188403660755_image.png" alt="" />Children bathe and play in the river.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664189069387378_image.png" alt="" />The peaceful scenery makes visitors feel very relaxed and comfortable after the sun goes down.<img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1664189158317878_image.png" alt="" />From Ngọc Côn commune, Trùng Khánh district, Cao Bang province, the Quây Sơn stream enters Vietnam. Except for a few days of heavy rain, the river water is blue all year. The river that forms the Ban Gioc waterfall, which was once ranked as one of the world's most beautiful waterfalls, is one of the tourist destinations that first-time visitors to Cao Bang should visit.</p>
<p>Source: Vi Yến - Photo: Nguyễn Trọng Cung</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Go from east to west through the northern mountainous provinces; where there are high mountains, there are clouds.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1663841460620139_image.png" alt="" /><em>&quot;Cloud hunting&quot; in Ta Xùa</em></p>
<p>Few people are not captivated by Vietnam's majestic scenery, but it is even more magical when heaven and earth give precious moments when mountains blend with clouds. Mountains in the clouds, clouds, or a sea of clouds floating around the eye have become popular destinations for people seeking &quot;moving&quot; pleasures.</p>
<p>Is there such a thing as &quot;cloud season&quot;? Yes, because the clouds were stunning that time of year. The most beautiful &quot;cloudy&quot; times in the northern mountains are late autumn and early winter or spring. With the terrain of intertwined forests, mountains, rivers, and valleys, the day rises with the sun when the clouds come, even when the night temperature is low. Clouds spread indifferently over the mountains or form a vast sea of clouds in beautiful valleys like fairies. Go from east to west through the northern mountainous provinces; where there are high mountains, there are clouds. If you only have a few days, Tam Dao (Vinh Phuc) or Lung Van - the roof of Muong Hoa Binh country - are good places to &quot;hunt clouds.&quot; You can be proud of finding white clouds while driving less than 100 kilometers from Hanoi.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1663841531750360_image.png" alt="" /><em>Cloud Valley at Ta Xùa (Son La)</em></p>
<p>In the future, there will be so many options that each destination will have its own set of emotions, and then the intention to continue the journey of discovering beauty in the midst of nature. Sa Pa or Y Ty (Lao Cai), Ta Xùa (Son La), Sin Ho (Lai Chau), or the four great passes are Khau San (Yen Bai), Ma Pi Leng (Ha Giang), O Quy Ho (Lao Cai), and Pha Din are the most popular on the &quot;cloud hunting&quot; map (Son La – Dien Bien). Sapa is known as the &quot;city in the mist,&quot; so I came here to take in the scenery of mountains and ethnic minorities painted in mist and clouds. Clouds rushed into the window of the house overlooking Muong Hoa valley in the distance, over the Hoang Lien Son range. Everyday concerns were sometimes washed away by the clouds. When thinking about mountains and rivers, the name Y Ty (Bat Xat district - Lao Cai province) - &quot;where the Red River flows into Vietnam&quot; must have enough sacred meaning, but if you can immerse yourself in the cloud gardens here, everyone will want to return. However, Rat has been dubbed the &quot;white cloud paradise,&quot; despite the fact that getting there is not easy. It is approximately 450 kilometers from Hanoi to Y Ty, with an arduous final distance and heart-wrenching sleeve bends, but in exchange, you will enjoy the majestic, overwhelming mountain landscape and the specialty &quot;white clouds.&quot; The Ha Nhi village was surrounded by clouds, with houses that looked like mushrooms. Clouds floated up the mountain slopes in front of them like a sea of clouds. In that cloudy realm, in that quiet space, which was suddenly filled with colorful brocade on dresses fluttering to the rhythm of the Hmong girls... Ta Xùa (in Bac Yen district - Son La province), more than 200 kilometers from Hanoi, is also a place with beautiful white clouds. Because of the year-round cloud cover, the people of Ta Xùa refer to this location as the &quot;gateway to Heaven.&quot; Standing on a high point on &quot;beautiful cloudy&quot; days, looking down is a magical sea of porous white clouds. Although it only lasts a few minutes, the sea of clouds is the most magical moment on the &quot;cloud hunting&quot; journey.</p>
<p><img src="https://cdn.trulyvietnam.net/files/2022/09/1663841797577032_image.png" alt="" /><em>Catch the sunrise on the sea of Ta Xùa clouds</em></p>
<p>There are so many &quot;cloud hunting&quot; points in the backpacker world that the road to the destination cannot be called a road, only a trail. They were the first to discover pristine &quot;cloud hunting&quot; locations that drew tourists. There are only white clouds with adventurous souls clouds in that location.</p>
<p>Source: Le Anh, Hong Ha, Ba Ngoc, Viet Khanh</p>
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