Captivating scenes of Hoang Su Phi ripening terraced fields
Hoang Su Phi terraced fields are an off-the-beaten-track and imposing destination in Ha Giang, northern Vietnam; especially during the ripening rice season, the terraced fields are carpeted yellow which conquer the heart of any nature lovers.
Charming ripening terraced fields in Hoang Su Phi Photo: Zing News
Every year, from the end of September to early October, tourists flock to Hoang Su Phi which is located at the foot of Tay Con Linh Peak to enjoy the captivating beautiful scenery of ripening terraced fields.
Charming ripening terraced fields in Hoang Su Phi Photo: Sarawut Intarob/ Zing News
Visitors will certainly be overwhelmed by the beauty of ripening immense terraced fields winding around majestic hillsides and mountain ranges. The sea of clouds along with glorious sunshine adorn Hoang Su Phi’s stunning beauty. The delicate fragrance of ripening rice enables tourists to forget all exhaustion and tiredness, according to Zing News.
Photo: @letuananh/ Zing News
The locals and tourists liken the valley to an elegant and beautiful girl by the winding stream and forest. Photo: Hoang Tuan
Sunlight shines down the peak, weaving through the sea of clouds create paradisiacal beauty Photo: Hoang Tuan.
Photo: @bi_tabu
Coming Hoang Su Phi, travelers will have the chance to experience daily activities of the local people such as harvesting rice and making “Cốm” (Vietnamese green rice flake). In addition, participating in the “New Rice Festival” of ethnic minorities is also a “must-try” experience.
Phung village in Hoang Su Phi district is bathed in morning sunshine Photo: @nguyenvo images
Photo: Hoan Nguyen
Besides being immersed in the ripening terraced fields, hunting clouds on Chieu Lau Thi Peak is also an ideal option for tourists. Photo: Tran Minh Duc
The local specialties are sold at many markets of ethnic people Photo: @suphicbt.
Hoang Su Phi becomes more rustic and poetic in the ripe rice season Photo: Hoan Nguyen
Hoang Su Phi becomes more rustic and poetic in the ripe rice season. This place is definitely a premier destination for avid photographers as well as those who infatuated with “breath of the mountain”.
Photo: Hai Lua
Due to geographical features, each year, Hoang Su Phi only has one rice crop. Hoang Su Phi also acquires the reputation for magnificent beauty in the watery season when terraced fields become glittered surely conquering the heart of anyone stepping on.
When the summer rain comes, farmers in Hoang Su Phi in Ha Giang province start planting rice across terraced fields in mountainous areas, creating a ...
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