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With winding, meandering roads, a fresh and cool climate throughout the year, and friendly, welcoming locals, Pơ Mu village in Sơn La presents a picturesque scene that rivals the beauty of any fairytale.
There exists a Pơ Mu village as enchanting as a fairytale, nestled in the mountains of the Northwest
A glimpse into Pơ Mu village
After navigating the sharp curves of Sa Síp pass, crossing challenging and dangerous roads, and traveling 20 km along the shores of the Nậm Chiến Hydroelectric Reservoir, the sight of wooden stilt houses releasing smoke, endless dense forests, and the subtle fragrance of bamboo walls gradually comes into view, painting a picture as if sculpted by nature itself.
The landscape of Pơ Mu village is as enchanting as a fairytale - Illustrative image
It is known that Pơ Mu village is located about 80 km to the northeast of Sơn La city, at an average altitude of 1,800 meters above sea level.
Nestled among the mountains, Pơ Mu exudes a dreamy, mist-covered beauty, with smoke rising from its wooden homes, adding to its mystical and captivating allure for self-guided travelers.
Pơ Mu: A Dreamy Fairytale Village
Visiting Pơ Mu village feels like stepping into a realm that could only exist in paradise. The closely-knit wooden homes, made from the rare and precious Pơ Mu wood, were built by the ancestors here, preserved as treasures bestowed by the mountains and forests.
The serene wooden homes crafted from Pơ Mu wood - Illustrative image
Exploring Pơ Mu village, visitors can discover quiet homes with unique architectural styles, intricate patterns on the beams, roof edges, and columns that have been meticulously crafted to withstand time. Even in the midst of this “untouched wilderness,” one can easily find out-of-season blooming flowers and therapeutic hot springs…
Visitors can stroll along the winding, crooked village paths, taking in the gentle weather while experiencing the peaceful life of the locals.
The simple, peaceful bamboo fences of the Pơ Mu people - Illustrative image
A life of tranquility, warmth, and simplicity, with timeworn Pơ Mu wooden gates and unique bamboo fences nestled between the vast mountains, inviting visitors to return to a time when life was simple and unspoiled.
Additionally, during their journey to Pơ Mu village, visitors can enjoy the hospitality of the Ngọc Chiến people, dressed in vibrant traditional attire, offering the delicious specialty of sticky rice from Ngọc Chiến's fragrant rice fields. This dish is considered even more flavorful than its cousin from Tú Lệ, with few places able to match its taste.
The simple, rustic scenery of Pơ Mu village - Illustrative image
Pơ Mu attracts visitors not only with its pristine beauty and the enchanting landscape of its forests and mountains but also with the charm of the Mong and Thai people, and the vast Pơ Mu forests themselves. In spring, this beauty is even more vibrant. Traveling through villages like Mường Chiến, Lò Phon, Nà Sảng, visitors can witness the traditional Xoe dance, tug-of-war games, and the lively atmosphere created by smiling girls who light up the entire sky.
The signature Xoe dance of the Thai people in Pơ Mu village. Photo: Thành Nguyễn.
With a self-sufficient lifestyle, the products of the Pơ Mu people are homegrown and locally raised, ensuring that the food is fresh, delicious, and affordable, ready to serve faraway travelers. The accommodation services in Pơ Mu, part of Sơn La tourism, are also quite reasonable, with an overnight stay costing only about 70,000 to 80,000 VND per person.
