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Nặm Đăn Cultural Village, located in Nặm Đăm hamlet, approximately 2km from Tam Son town, Quản Bạ commune, Quản Bạ district, Hà Giang, offers a unique model of accommodation and dining services for tourists right in local homes. With 10 households providing homestay services, the menu includes traditional Dao ethnic dishes. The village is ready to welcome guests with open arms.
Visiting Nặm Đăm Cultural Village, travelers will discover various aspects of cultural identity, customs, and traditional activities. The houses here are simple yet culturally rich, reflecting the architecture of the Dao ethnic community.
The Gateway to the Skies - Quản Bạ
Quản Bạ Gateway to the Sky, situated at an altitude of 1,500m above sea level, is an ideal destination for travelers seeking to admire the beauty of Quản Bạ from above. Standing amidst the gateway, one can gaze across the vast valley below, encompassing the Quản Bạ, Quyết Tiến, Thái An, Đông Hà, Cán Tỉ, and Bát Đại Sơn fields.
The sprawling fields resemble a smooth velvet carpet, adorned with vibrant patches of golden ripe rice interspersed with young green and warm brown hues of the mountainous soil. The charming, cozy small houses nestle beside the rice fields. Prominently set amid the colorful valley is the twin mountains, also known as the Fairy Peaks, resembling the undulating curves of a maiden bestowed upon Quản Bạ by nature.
The road to Quản Bạ Gateway to the Sky is winding, with twists and turns cutting through the towering cat ear stone mountains on the Hà Giang karst plateau. The path weaves through deep mountain gorges, with towering cliffs on either side, at times opening up to a sea of floating clouds below the valley, akin to a watercolor painting. At other times, it meanders around the mountain slopes, enveloping the vibrant, picturesque rice terraces of the tranquil countryside. Offering travelers a splendid experience when visiting Quản Bạ Gateway to the Sky.
The Twin Mountains of Quản Bạ
Quản Bạ's Twin Mountains, also known as Cô Tiên Twin Mountains, stand as the most captivating destination in Hà Giang. Situated at the end of National Highway 4C, near the turn to Tam Sơn town, visitors encounter these two stunning peaks rising majestically amidst hills and flower-filled valleys. Resembling an enchanting pair of feminine allure, the mountains change their attire with the seasons, mirroring the surrounding flora.
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Quản Bạ's Twin Mountains boast the natural beauty bestowed by Mother Nature, entwined with the legendary tale of Cô Tiên. This folklore has been passed down through generations. The Twin Mountains are linked to numerous mythical stories cherished by the local ethnic groups, transcending time. Legend has it that in this land, there was a charming H’mông young man with the skill of playing the mouth harp. The melodious tunes of his instrument captivated the heart of a celestial being from the upper realm named Hoa Đào. Smitten, she sought to stay in this land, leading to their marriage and the birth of an adorable son.
Ngọc Hoàng, the Jade Emperor, discovered Hoa Đào's escape to the mortal realm and, in fury, sent someone to bring her back. Left alone to raise their child, facing the challenges of a motherless infancy, she left behind her two breasts in the mortal world for her child to feed on. These breasts, once plump and nurturing, transformed into two mountain peaks resembling a mother's bosom, a symbol of love and sacrifice.
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