Cloud Chasing and Wind Welcoming at Tà Chì Nhù Peak

It's not just the younger generation; many individuals over 50 still eagerly join young people trekking through mountains and forests in the Northwest to reach the remote high peaks, hunting for clouds and enjoying the scenery as spring approaches.

Cloud Chasing and Wind Welcoming at Tà Chì Nhù Peak

When mentioning the cloud paradises in the Northwest, Tà Chì Nhù (also known as Pú Luông peak) cannot be overlooked. The Tà Chì Nhù peak, towering at 2,979 meters above sea level in Xà Hồ commune, Trạm Tấu district, Yên Bái province, boasts harsh weather conditions but is an ideal spot for admiring the vast expanse of clouds on beautiful days.

Situated within the Pú Luông mountain range of the Hoàng Liên Sơn range, the route to conquer this 7th highest peak in Vietnam is assessed as not overly difficult, but with the harsh climate and particularly the characteristic strong winds, it demands endurance and resilience. With a 360-degree view, Tà Chì Nhù is perhaps one of the most comfortable mountains for sightseeing. However, the enchanting beauty of the sea of clouds and mountain winds at this height is highly attractive to photography enthusiasts and adventure travelers.

This year, Mrs. Hoàng Thị Hồng (Tây Hồ, Hanoi) was also excited to follow her son on a mountain climbing trip. This was her first time joining a 'backpacking' trip as the younger generation often says. “Hearing the descriptions of Tà Chì Nhù made it sound as easy as pushing a cart, but the reality of conquering “Old Tà” is far from simple. The actual climbing route is only 9 km long but is entirely steep, getting higher and higher. Amidst the scorching sun, heat, and wind, with almost no trees along the way except for occasional small patches of vegetation, physical fitness, endurance, and flexibility are extremely important factors for conquering Tà Chì Nhù,” Mrs. Hồng shared.

The specialty of Tà Chì Nhù may lie in the wind, with gusts whipping against the chilling cold. As you ascend, the wind grows stronger, sometimes nearly forcing you to crawl to avoid being swept away. At night, in the tent, you hear the wind howling outside, the tent straining, twisting with each gust, feeling like it's about to collapse. You wake up with your face, nose, and mouth filled with sand as if you'd slept outside in the desert.

Despite the sun and wind, the achievement for those climbing the mountain to hunt for clouds is reaching the summit, observing the vast expanse of white clouds drifting gently, the sight of the sun rising over the mountain peaks. Or lying in the tent, gazing at the star-filled sky...

For Mrs. Hồng, this is a profoundly memorable first experience. “The natural scenery is stunning, majestic. This is the first time, and there will be a second, third... as long as I have the strength, I'll continue the journey of cloud hunting and mountain gazing like this,” Mrs. Hồng shared.

According to langvietonline

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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide