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From 30th October to 3rd November 2013, Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Lao Cai will coordinate with the Sa Pa People’s Committee to organize 100th anniversary of Sa Pa Tourism (1903 – 2013) at the stadium of Sa Pa town’s centre. This event has a great significance to enhance awareness, the responsibility of preserving national identity, landscapes, contributing …

A few days ago, the American online newspaper Hurrington Post released an article introducing 5 most popular and beautiful destinations in Vietnam. They include terraced fields in Sapa town, Lao Cai province, mountains and forests in Ha Giang, Ha Long bay in Quang Ninh, beaches in Nha Trang city, Khanh Hoa province and sand dunes in Mui Ne, Ninh Thuan …

In September, Vietnamese backpackers flock to the Northwest to admire immense yellow rice fields and capture the amazing photos. Every September and October, the Northwest is overwhelmed with yellow of the rice fields in harvest season. This is also the time that backpackers excitedly plan for their trip to mountainous areas. Moc Chau, Son La Autumn is the best time …

Stunning beaches, unspoiled pearl islands or poetic plateau… are most popular option of Vietnamese people on  National day. Co To island This is an incredibly attractive beach to many tourists. On holidays, what would be happier than playing with the waves, immersing in cool water of the sea, contemplating scenic beauty of sunset or sunrise, enjoying fresh seafood with your family. Co To archipelago …

An ancient rock field on which there were carved images lying among terraced fields of ethnic minorities was discovered in Sapa. Hoa stream runs along Muong Hoa valley to Lao Chai, Ta Van, and Hau Thao communes… Right at this place is a strange carving area stretching through the mountain ranges. Spreading over 4 km long, 2 km wide with …

It is interesting to know that most of not to be-missed attractions in Sapa are waterfalls. Each of them features the specific beauty and attached with mysterious stories. Love waterfall is one such of those attractions. Situated 4 km from the Southwest of Sapa town, Love waterfall is the start for the tour of climbing Fansipan. What surprises us that …

Being dubbed as the roof of Indochina, Fansipan peak is even more famous for its scenic landscape. Situated in spectacular Hoang Lien Son range, Fansipan is the highest mountain in Vietnam. It is also the highest mountain of 3 countries of Indochina. That is the reason why it is called “the roof of  Indochina”. The majestic beauty of Fansipan peak …

Transport: There are 2 options to go to Sapa from Hanoi. The first is to take the overnight train from Hanoi to Lao Cai with average fare is about VND 250,000-600,000/ ticket depending on the type of bed. The second way is to catch high standard bus of Vietbus, Ha Son, Sao Viet company whose  ticket fare ranges from VND …

Unlike other tourist destinations are often deserted  in winter, Sapa is year-round crowded by domestic and international visitors. It is because Sapa features specific natural beauty in every season that is waiting for travelers’ exploration. 370 km from Hanoi, Sapa is well-known for picturesque landscapes, pristine villages and mild climate. In spring, Sapa wins peoples’ hearts with thousands of pink …

Terraced paddies in Sapa used to be named in the list of world’s most beautiful terraced paddies by U.S.A Travel and Leisure magazine. April and September is regarded as the best time to travel to Sapa. Sapa impresses visitors with its fresh natural beauty and long-time customs and habits of 6 ethnic minority groups (Kinh, H’Mong, Red Dao, Tay, Giay, …