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For those who love traveling to Hà Giang, names like Đồng Văn Karst Plateau, Lũng Cú Flagpole, Lũng Táo Buckwheat Flower Field, and Mã Pí Lèng Pass are certainly not unfamiliar. These famous landmarks mark the northernmost region of Vietnam. If you're planning to explore the mountains, forests, and culture of the Northwest, let Mytour introduce you to the 24 most beautiful and captivating tourist destinations in Hà Giang.
The Most Famous Tourist Destinations in Hà Giang
1. Hoàng Su Phì
Hoàng Su Phì is a renowned tourist destination in Hà Giang known for its stunning terraced rice fields that turn golden every harvest season. Here, you not only get to admire the landscapes but also have the opportunity to learn about the local people's livelihoods, customs, and culture. The terraced fields here are often likened to shining golden staircases leading to heaven.
Immerse yourself in the breathtaking scenery at dawn and dusk, where you can feel the tranquility and peace in your soul. In this vast area of forests and mountains, expansive terraced fields, and glimpses of stilt houses in the hazy smoke, visitors are captivated. When traveling to Hoàng Su Phì, Hà Giang, tourists often visit villages like Luốc, Nậm Ty, Sán Sả Hồ, Phùng, Hồ Thầu, and Thông Nguyên.
Among them, Bản Luốc and Bản Phùng are two prominent terraced field viewing spots in Hoàng Su Phì, resembling stacked layers of white silver when viewed from below. The Hoàng Su Phì terraced fields have been recognized as a national monument since 2012. According to travel tips for Hoàng Su Phì, you should visit during the harvest season (September - October) to witness the magnificent scenery like a golden carpet of newly harvested rice.
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2. Mã Pí Lèng Pass
Who doesn't love adventure without knowing about the breathtaking Mã Pí Lèng Pass - the most beautiful road on the rocky plateau? If you're wondering what makes Hà Giang so attractive, then you absolutely mustn't miss the experience of driving on this winding pass with one side overlooking deep abysses and the other side towering mountains. You'll be mesmerized by the stunning scenery of Hà Giang amidst the drifting clouds, enchanted by the meandering Nho Quế River below, resembling a silk ribbon. For adventure enthusiasts, Mã Pí Lèng Pass is undoubtedly one of the most enticing tourist destinations in Hà Giang.
In the face of such magnificent and majestic natural beauty, you'll feel incredibly small. After experiencing the thrilling journey over the pass, you can explore Mèo Vạc tourism in Hà Giang and then continue your journey back to Yên Minh or Bắc Mê to visit more beautiful landscapes.
3. Đồng Văn Karst Plateau
Among the domestic tourist destinations, the Dong Van Karst Plateau has long been a renowned geological park both domestically and internationally. Here, you'll not only find breathtaking natural scenery but also immerse yourself in the rich culture of various ethnic groups such as the H'Mong, Dao, Pu Péo, and Lô Lô. There are numerous scenic spots to explore in Dong Van including the Lũng Cú Flagpole, Dong Van Ancient Town, and the Twin Mountains of Quan Bạ.
However, if you're simply exploring Dong Van, venturing into the impressive karst plateaus here is already a fantastic idea. So, you don't need to fuss over finding check-in spots in Ha Giang at Dong Van, just pack your backpack and go.
4. Tham Ma Slope
For novice drivers, tackling the Tham Ma Slope to reach the Dong Van Karst Plateau might seem daunting. In the past, this slope was used to test the skill of horses carrying goods and food. Nowadays, it's particularly attractive to adventurous souls and travelers from far and wide.
During the journey to conquer this slope, you'll experience a fresh and pristine environment while admiring the majestic natural scenery and the winding, beautiful road. Isn't that why many people want to stay in Ha Giang longer?
5. Pho Bang
Somewhere in the remote area of Ha Giang lies a town that has been asleep for hundreds of years called Pho Bang. This beautiful tourist destination in Ha Giang is located in the Yen Minh area, where you can admire unique, ancient architectural beauty and history.
During the buckwheat flower season, the experience of Ha Giang in Pho Bang leaves a lasting impression on visitors with its pure buckwheat flowers. When you come across a valley of roses, you'll be completely captivated by that romantic beauty amidst the land and sky.
To reach this place, you need to pass through Tham Ma Pass to Pho Cao and then turn left. After about 8km, you will encounter a wonderful Pho Bang amidst the mountains and plateaus, full of allure.
6. Sung La Valley
On a beautiful day, when you step into Sung La Valley, you'll understand what timeless beauty truly means. Amidst the rocky plateau, you'll find a bit of tranquility, simplicity, and romance of colorful flower gardens and humble houses. Each season, when the corn returns with lush green fields and the characteristic buckwheat flowers bloom, you'll easily lose yourself and forget the way back.
In Sung La, you can find Lung Cam Village, where H'mong and Lolo people reside. The rustic and simple beauty of this place became famous when it served as the backdrop for the famous film 'Story of Pao' with its nearly century-old house. During January and February, this area is filled with cherry blossoms, apricot blossoms, plum blossoms, and beautiful rose valleys amidst the vast mountains.
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7. Vuong Family Mansion
Owning unique architectural features, the Vuong Family Mansion has long been an attractive tourist destination in Ha Giang for many travelers. The special point is that this mansion, belonging to the Hmong ethnic group, bears influences from French architecture and Chinese culture.
Perched atop a small hill and recognized as a national heritage site since 1993, the mansion offers panoramic views of the stunning valley from above. Visiting the mansion, you'll have the opportunity to admire the beauty of Ha Giang from a different perspective.
8. Lung Cu Flagpole
When it comes to the must-visit spots in Ha Giang, Lung Cu Flagpole surely cannot be missed. With an altitude of over 2000 meters above sea level, you can witness the beautiful national flag amidst the mountains and forests, capturing memorable photos filled with radiant smiles and amazing experiences. The Lolo people inhabit Lung Cu, known for their friendliness and hospitality, so you need not worry if you plan to embark on an adventure to this place.
9. Yen Minh Pine Forest
If you have fallen in love with the Yen Minh Pine Forest, located just about 40 kilometers from the twin mountains of Quan Ba, upon arriving at this tourist destination in Ha Giang, the cool air and the towering green pine trees on the hillsides will amaze you. Of course, during this journey, you will not hesitate to explore this wonderful pine forest with friendly guides or team up with fellow travelers for some forest adventures and photo ops, won't you?
10. Quan Ba Twin Mountains
For a long time, the name Quan Ba Twin Mountains has been frequently mentioned by tourists on budget tours to Ha Giang. Regardless of the season, the landscape of Quan Ba Twin Mountains never fails to mesmerize visitors. Especially during the rice harvest season, Quan Ba Twin Mountains appear like a fairy donning a new gown. Standing atop the mountain and gazing downwards, you'll witness a shimmering golden hue enveloping the land and sky. So, if you ever visit Ha Giang, don't forget to explore this beautiful mountain range resembling the ample bosom of a maiden!
11. Forbidden Mountain
Forbidden Mountain is considered a famous tourist destination in Ha Giang, standing proudly amidst the earth and sky. Upon one visit, you'll be captivated by the majestic mountain cliffs that seem to touch the clouds. In the past, the journey to Forbidden Mountain was extremely perilous and challenging due to the lack of tourism development. However, with the construction of a large television tower on the mountain, the path has become much safer and more accessible.
The scenery on both sides of the road is quite rugged and mysterious, so if you go by motorbike or car, stop halfway up the mountain and stroll to admire the high mountains. Moreover, this place is also a sacred land for local residents. Following the winding staircases among the mountains, you will reach a deep cave called the 'skylight,' which is closely associated with a legend about battles in the years 1870-1875 between the yellow flag army and the white flag army.
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12. Lung Khuy Cave
Dubbed as the 'number one cave of Ha Giang,' Lung Khuy Cave boasts a pristine beauty with numerous magnificent stalactites and peculiar shapes that stimulate the imagination of travelers. Visitors can easily navigate through the cave as the pathways are constructed with sturdy iron frames.
You can observe on the cave ceiling the stalactites formed over hundreds of years. The multi-colored lights make it easy for us to observe the magical stalactites with various shapes, stimulating the imagination of travelers. With its pristine beauty, Lung Khuy Cave is rated as one of the most beautiful caves in the Dong Van Karst Plateau.
13. The Lonely Tree
The Lonely Tree in Ha Giang is one of the most beautiful lonely trees in Vietnam. Its location is in the area of Can Ty commune, Quan Ba district, on the way from Quan Ba to Dong Van. The special feature of this Ha Giang lonely tree is its large size, with the trunk standing tall with one side facing the mountain pass and the other side facing the deep abyss. Therefore, it is gradually becoming a popular check-in spot in Ha Giang, attracting many young people and adventure travelers.
14. Pho Cao
Pho Cao is renowned as the humble and serene land of the mountains and forests of Ha Giang, where there are no modern facilities to weary you in daily life. It is a valley in the northwest highlands, belonging to Dong Van district, Ha Giang province. Visitors who come to Pho Cao will feel the pristine and rustic charm of this place. The majority of Pho Cao residents are Mong ethnic people, and despite their impoverished lives, they are very friendly. They welcome guests from afar with warm smiles, always opening their doors to invite guests into their homes.
The Mong ethnic group makes up over 90% of Pho Cao's population, so this land also carries the strong cultural characteristics of the Mong people. The beauty of Pho Cao is created by the vast fields of buckwheat flowers and the small wall houses nestled against the mountainside. The rows of houses are built from large stone blocks taken from the Dong Van Karst Plateau, stacked into solid and sturdy structures, capable of withstanding weather and natural disasters. This unique characteristic has made Pho Cao one of the most attractive destinations in Ha Giang in the eyes of tourists.
15. Pao's House
The famous house featured in the movie 'Pao's Story' is chosen as a destination by many budget travelers on cheap Ha Giang tours. Pao's House was built about 80 years ago and is a traditional house of the Mong ethnic people. From the entrance gate, visitors can feel the different architectural style here, with a wooden gate, stone pillars and walls, and yin-yang tiled roofs bearing the marks of time.
Right after the house gate stands a forest peach tree, creating a solemn atmosphere. When spring arrives and the flowers bloom, the scenery here transforms into a beautiful painting. If you have the opportunity to visit Ha Giang, don't forget to visit Pao's house to experience the difference in landscapes of the Northeast highlands.
16. Buckwheat Fields at Lung Tao
Buckwheat flowers are scattered across the hillsides of Lung Tao. Visitors here not only admire the majestic mountains but also marvel at the vast fields of buckwheat flowers, planted extensively on the hill slopes. According to the travel experience in Ha Giang of many previous travelers, one must climb quite high to fully appreciate this unbelievably beautiful scenery. However, if you dare to try, you will find it entirely worthwhile, especially in the early mornings when you can observe the mountains shrouded in enchanting clouds alongside the beautiful flowers.
17. Border Pillar 428
It's not the flagpole at Lung Cu, but rather border pillar 428 that marks the true northernmost point of our country. Here, travelers to Ha Giang can admire the Nho Que River flowing from our country to our neighbor, China. This beautiful tourist spot in Ha Giang is beloved by many adventurers who enjoy trekking through winding trails and hillsides before reaching the destination.
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18. God's Cliff
This is a famous tourist destination in Ha Giang known for its challenging nature and unparalleled natural beauty bestowed by Mother Nature. God's Cliff, also known as White Cliff, is located around 160km from the center of Ha Giang, on the Ma Pi Leng Pass. This steep cliff has a treacherous path, suitable only for those with strong driving skills and a penchant for conquering it on a motorbike.
From up here, visitors can admire an immensely majestic natural scenery below. Along this mountain pass, there are large rock formations jutting out like fingers, where many young people choose as a unique and unparalleled check-in spot. Just like many other mountain passes, visitors can also chase clouds here, with the wispy clouds seemingly within reach, as if we could capture them in our chest.
19. Tu San Alley
Tu San Alley lies right at the foot of Ma Pi Leng, a steep and treacherous stretch of road, considered the most rugged and majestic in the country. With towering cliffs reaching 800m in height, extending 1.7km in length, and nearly 1km in depth, this alley is dubbed the deepest gorge in Southeast Asia.
Here, visitors can marvel at the emerald Nho Que River winding through the majestic mountains. Those on a Ha Giang tour can experience sitting on a boat cruising along the Nho Que River, admiring the unique scenery around and the clear blue sky, making you feel like you're wandering into a fairy tale scene. According to the experience of exploring Ha Giang, Mytour recommends you to visit around the end of autumn and early winter because this is also the time when buckwheat flowers are in full bloom and exceptionally beautiful.
20. Noong Lake
Dubbed as the 'fairyland on the plateau,' the beauty of Noong Lake has captivated countless travelers. This natural lake is located in Phu Linh commune, Vi Xuyen district, Ha Giang province, famous for its forest on the water surface. Noong Lake is a flooded landform, unique in that it can be used for aquaculture as well as flower cultivation.
Travelers experiencing Ha Giang tours visiting the lake in different seasons will have different feelings. During the rainy season when the water in the lake rises, you can explore the lake on a rustic boat or raft with the local villagers. In the dry season when the water recedes, the local residents here will herd ducks, geese on the surface of the lake, which reflects the old tree roots, solitary floating huts. Don't miss the chance to admire the charming scenery, and savor the local delicacies such as bitter fish, chicken, duck, goat, beef, wild meat, and self-grown vegetables at this beautiful Ha Giang tourist destination.
21. Tien Waterfall - Gio Pass Tourist Area
Tien Waterfall - Wind Pass Tourist Area is renowned as one of the most stunning landscapes in Xin Man district, located within the primeval forest area. The water flowing to Xin Man cascades through the Wind Pass mountain cliffs, creating a charming waterfall. Visitors can admire this marvelous scenery and explore the unique wilderness of forest orchids, herbs, various types of mushrooms, and millennia-old precious woods.
The Tien waterfall never runs dry, flowing continuously throughout the year, always gentle and serene regardless of the rainy or dry season. Therefore, visitors can come to visit at any time, to immerse themselves in the cool water or admire the 500-year-old ancient Shan tree.
Exciting Cultural Experience and Entertainment Spot in Hà Giang
1. Hà Giang Flea Market (Reverse Market)
When asked about the most enticing and fascinating destination in Hà Giang, Mytour would undoubtedly recommend attending the reverse market, also known as Hà Giang Flea Market. Here, you'll feel the unique cultural traits and the pulse of ethnic life. If you happen to visit the reverse markets such as Phố Reverse Market (held on the days of Thìn and Tuất); Phố Bảng Reverse Market (held on the days of Tý and Ngọ); Sà Phìn Reverse Market (held on the days of Tỵ and Hợi); or Lũng Phìn Reverse Market (held on the days of Dần and Thân), don't hesitate to buy various enticing local specialties.
This flea market offers: clothes, souvenirs, handicrafts, food, traditional medicine, free-range pigs, hill chickens, fresh vegetables... All these fascinating items interspersed with children frolicking in the tranquil space will leave an indelible mark on you. Additionally, the Khau Vai Love Market is also a unique attraction of Hà Giang. Come here on the 27th of the third lunar month every year to experience wonderful things!
2. Dong Van Old Quarter
Nothing captivates tourists more than exploring the Dong Van Old Quarter at night. The serene and tranquil atmosphere is enough to stir one's heart and immerse oneself in contemplation. Visiting the old quarter every mid-lunar month, you can also admire the flickering red lantern lights. Then, the ethnic handicraft products on display will attract you, making you want to explore more about other Hà Giang tourist attractions to complete your journey.
3. Dong Van Market
Dong Van Market is considered the cultural essence of the highlands, an attractive destination to explore in Hà Giang in the eyes of tourists. Located within the Dong Van Old Quarter complex, Dong Van Market is the largest trading and cultural exchange center in Dong Van - Meo Vac. The market is bustling from the early hours of the morning as people busy themselves preparing goods for the weekly market session, from 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM every Sunday.
On this day, the quiet and small old quarter suddenly becomes lively and bustling, with a variety of colors in the traditional costumes of Dao, Thai, H'Mong, Tay, Nung people... From the elderly to the young, everyone enthusiastically carries bundles of vegetables, firewood, leads pigs or dogs, or even rides horses to the market. Especially on the 14th, 15th, and 16th days of the lunar month, cultural activities unique to the highlands such as bird throwing contests and traditional textile demonstrations of ethnic groups in the region take place in the market and old quarter...
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4. Hà Giang Delicacies Worth Trying
It's not just the scenery or the exciting activities that keep tourists hooked in Hà Giang; it's also the local delicacies that capture their taste buds. Remember to indulge in these dishes:
- Thắng dền - a cozy snack for chilly winter days
- Thắng cố - a distinctive delicacy of the highlands
- Buffalo meat, pork from the hearth - delicious flavors like no other
- Five-color sticky rice - both delicious and visually appealing
- Au Tau porridge - you haven't truly experienced Hà Giang until you've tried this
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You see, every tourist destination in Hà Giang is simply marvelous. Every corner, every winding road of this northernmost region of Vietnam never fails to enchant us, making us forget the way back. Make sure to jot down these most enticing tourist spots in Hà Giang if you want to embark on an unforgettable journey through the unique rocky plateau.
If you already know about the beautiful and famous tourist spots in Hà Giang, book a budget-friendly experience tour at Mytour right away. You'll undoubtedly have the best experience. Additionally, you should book Hà Giang hotels early if you plan to travel this season or contact Mytour for advice on tours, flight tickets, and cheap travel combos tailored to your preferences. Quickly contact the hotline Mytour to receive attractive offers today.
