In the middle of the vast nature, under the vast sky, there is a valley that contains so many beautiful things. That is Sung La valley in Ha Giang province, a beautiful place between heaven and earth. Coming here, you will enjoy the wonderful scenery along with the cultural features of the local people.
Where Sung La valley is located
If you have ever been to Ha Giang, or even looked at the pictures on the Internet, you will see a Ha Giang with unimaginable appeal. The natural mountain scenery and the people’s culture and beauty also attract visitors. Sung La Valley is known as the most beautiful valley in the territory of the Dong Van stone plateau, Ha Giang province.
Located on Highway 4C connecting the towns of Ha Giang province and Sung La, just over 20km from Dong Van district, it is known by many nicknames, such as “oasis”, “valley where rocks bloom” or “the charming flower of the stone plateau”. When you come here, you will feel the harmony of poetic nature and local people, seemingly blending together to create a beautiful picture between the mountains and the sky.
Seasonal beauty of Sung La valley
Sung La Valley is known for its poetic scenery and seasonal beauty.
- Spring (January – March): The whole valley is lit up with peach and plum blossoms blooming on the roofs of rammed earth houses, creating a fresh and brilliant scene. This is also the festival season of ethnic minorities; visitors can experience the unique culture.
- Summer (April – June): The valley is covered with the lush green of young corn and long fields; the climate is cool and fresh, suitable for walking and exploring the village.
- Autumn (September – November): This is the most beautiful season of the year with brilliant purple and pink buckwheat flower fields, attracting many tourists and photographers to admire and take pictures.
- Winter (December): The valley has a wild, quiet beauty, the weather is cold, sometimes the clouds float creating a magical landscape, very suitable for those who love peace and experience the highland atmosphere.
Things to do in Sung La valley
Currently, the Sung La Valley is considered a famous tourist destination in Ha Giang, not only for Vietnamese people but also for foreign tourists. Above all, with the appearance in the movie “Pao’s Story”, Sung La valley has become more and more famous and loved by many people. So there are more activities in this valley for you to explore.
Watching flowers bloom
Sung La Valley has large and high rocks, the land is full of gravel and rocks, making it difficult for plants to grow fully. However, when you come here, you will be overwhelmed by the colorful natural space of flowers and grass. Especially around October and November, you will be truly impressed by the beauty of buckwheat flowers. Buckwheat flowers, known as the typical flower of Ha Giang, can be found almost everywhere, but in Sung La, you can admire their brilliant beauty.
In addition, you can also come to the valley around December to admire the beauty of white or yellow mustard flowers. This is certainly an eye-catching scene no less than buckwheat. Or you can also come in the first months of the year to admire the blooming wild peach flowers, filled with the fragrance of nature. Nature has bestowed on Sung La a wonderful landscape between majestic mountains and sky and fragile flowers and leaves, a contrast but extremely harmonious.
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Experience the beauty of local culture
When coming to Sung La valley , you should not miss visiting Lung Cam cultural village – a small and beautiful village consisting of more than 60 households living in Sung La commune, Dong Van district, Ha Giang province. The village has a history of more than 100 years and is currently a community cultural tourism destination that attracts many tourists to come and experience.
When you come here, you will be immersed in the unique culture of the people here. You can also be dressed in colorful and attractive ethnic costumes. Besides that, you will also experience the dances and vibrant songs of the party or festival. Coming here, you can also visit and admire the beauty of the H’Mong houses with wooden railings, walls and tiled roofs stained with moss of time.
Check in at Pao’s house
If you have ever watched the movie “Pao’s Story” in 2005, there is definitely a place that you must visit when coming to Sung La Valley. Pao’s house serves as the movie’s setting. This spot is also the check-in location that many young people love when coming to Sung La.
This house is built very rustic, with a front yard and fence made of stone and beautiful yin-yang tiles. There are also plum and peach trees planted here, so at the beginning of the year you will see the brilliant flowers in front of the house.
This place will be very suitable for you when you visit Sung La Valley, where you can immerse yourself in an ancient, rustic atmosphere reminiscent of the movies or use colorful costumes to enhance your photos. When visiting Sung La, you need to bring a positive attitude and a phone or camera with sufficient storage capacity to capture wonderful and unique photos.
Nearby attractions around Sung La valley
After exploring the peaceful and poetic beauty of Sung La valley, visitors can combine visiting many other famous destinations on the Ha Giang stone plateau.
Dong Van Ancient Town
Dong Van Ancient Town, which has a history of more than 100 years, is notable for its typical stone architecture representing the H’Mong and Chinese cultures. There is a bustling market This location offers visitors an opportunity to experience the culture, cuisine, and local life. This ancient town is about 20 km from Sung La, 30 minutes by car.
Lung Cu Flagpole
Lung Cu Flagpole is about 50 km from Sung La, considered the “roof of the Fatherland”, Lung Cu Flagpole is a sacred symbol of national sovereignty. Standing here, visitors can admire the panoramic view of the majestic Dong Van stone plateau.
King Meo’s Mansion
The Vuong family’s mansion, located in Sa Phin valley about 15 km from Sung La, bears a strong imprint of Chinese architecture mixed with the style of the Mong people. This is an ancient building, closely associated with the history and culture of the rocky plateau.
Pho Bang Town
The small, peaceful town is about 12 km from Sung La, with rammed earth houses covered in the color of time. During the buckwheat flower season, this place becomes brilliant and attracts many tourists who love nostalgia.
Read more: Exploring the Enigmatic Beauty of Pho Bang, Ha Giang
Travel tips for visitors
To make your visit to places near Sung La valley more complete and convenient, you can refer to some small tips, such as
- The pass is steep, so choose a suitable vehicle and prepare warm clothes and sneakers.
- The best time to visit is the buckwheat season (October–November) and spring (peach blossoms, plum blossoms).
- Ask permission before taking photos of people and be respectful of local culture.
- Carry small denominations of cash as electronic payment services are few.
- Keep clean, do not litter to preserve the pristine landscape.
Sung La Valley in Ha Giang not only offers a peaceful scene in the middle of the rocky plateau but also leaves in the hearts of visitors unforgettable experiences of nature and highland culture. Once you visit here, you will feel the simplicity in the lives of the indigenous people. Immerse yourself in the fresh atmosphere and vibrant colors of the flowers. Sung La is therefore always an ideal stop in the journey to explore Ha Giang so that every step leaves a beautiful memory of the blooming rocky land.
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