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Nestled beneath the majestic Dragon Mountain and merely 1km away from the Lũng Cú Flagpole, Lô Lô Chải Village is the home of both Mông and Lô Lô ethnic groups throughout the decades. Devoid of skyscrapers or bustling modern commercial centers, Lô Lô Chải Village preserves countless communal cultural values of the highland ethnicities on the stunning Dong Van Karst Plateau. This village is akin to a fairy tale world with its tranquil, picturesque houses reminiscent of the stories we've cherished since childhood.
Even today, Lô Lô Chải Village remains a sanctuary for preserving the cultural, material, and spiritual values of the highland ethnic communities. It still retains numerous renowned traditional crafts such as woodworking, embroidery, alongside celebrated festivals like the Forest Deity Worship Ceremony, rice harvest celebrations, and housewarming parties.
For those yearning to escape the smoggy urban landscapes, this enchanting fairy tale-like Lô Lô Chải Village stands as an ideal destination to be etched into your travel guidebook.
Má Lé Village
Má Lé, situated in Dong Van District, lies approximately 148km away from the heart of Hà Giang City. This ancient village of the Giáy people is nestled amidst towering rocky mountains, its narrow entrance concealed amidst quaint houses and tall trees. Currently inhabited by over 50 households, most of the houses here are hand-built by the locals, with some structures dating back over a century.
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Ma Lé has always been one of the prime spots to admire the breathtaking buckwheat flower fields during autumn. Standing atop the buckwheat-covered hills in Ma Lé, you can cast your gaze far and wide, witnessing the undulating mountain ranges stretching towards the horizon. The terraced buckwheat fields cascade down the mountainside, with the vibrant blossoms adorning the serene, gentle highland landscape amidst the sun and wind.
And amidst a gentle autumn, the buckwheat blooms abundantly across the hillsides amidst the rocky plateau. You can leisurely stroll, bringing along a set of travel chairs and tables, to sit back, relax, sip tea, and admire the beauty of the buckwheat fields.
Nặm Đăm Village
Located approximately 45km north of Hà Giang City, the Community Cultural Tourism Village of Nặm Đăm Hamlet in Quản Bạ Commune, Quản Bạ District, is a village inhabited by the Dao ethnic people.
With its beautiful natural landscape and well-preserved traditional values, visitors here immerse themselves in the ambiance of characteristic stilt houses, locals clad in Dao ethnic attire, exuding warmth and friendliness. Preserving tradition and developing tourism has become a sustainable direction for Nặm Đăm. Consequently, Nặm Đăm was honored to receive the ASEAN Award for the accommodation model combined with heritage introduction, experience, and conservation in the Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark.
Nặm Đăm Village is as picturesque as a painting amidst the mountains and forests
Thiên Hương Ancient Village
If you're seeking a place to rest, relax, and escape the hustle and bustle, Thiên Hương Ancient Village is an incredibly ideal destination. As you step onto the village path, you'll behold in the distance the juxtaposition of ancient tiled-roof houses, exuding a profound sense of history. Standing from the winding road above, gazing down, the majestic Nho Quế River flowing vigorously at the foot of the hill will further astonish you with the beauty of nature.
Waking up early at 5 o'clock, you'll have the opportunity to admire the natural scenery of Hà Giang in Thiên Hương Ancient Village
The village's children, whenever they spot a stranger, curiously gather around to watch and playfully laugh echoing through the sky
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When visiting Thiên Hương Ancient Village, you also have the opportunity to indulge in the culinary skills of highland chefs with incredibly simple yet delicious dishes.
Thèn Pả Village
Thèn Pả, nestled beneath the Lũng Cú Flagpole, known locally as the 'Dragon's Eye,' never runs dry throughout the year. The lake to the left lies near Lô Lô Chải village, while the one to the right lies near Thèn Pả village.
At the entrance of the village stand two rows of ancient fir trees, hundreds of years old. The fir tree, with its straight, conical trunk and horizontally tiered branches, is an iconic symbol of the Dong Van Karst Plateau (Hà Giang) due to its robust vitality.
Thèn Pả boasts its own beauty throughout the seasons. In spring, the pink blossoms of cherry trees and the white blossoms of pear trees cover the mountainsides, village paths, and gardens, creating vibrant patches of color. In summer, it's the season of lush green cornfields, overlooking the crystal-clear waters of the Dragon's Eye lake.
As autumn arrives, the terraced rice fields ripen, painting a picturesque scene of golden harvest. Stepping into winter, the village is engulfed in morning mist.
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