Golden glows of Y Ty Commune in ripening rice season

In the early days of September, rice in Y Ty (Bat Xat district, Lao Cai) has been fully ripe forming the endless stretches of golden terraced fields.
Malie Nguyen
September 07, 2020 | 09:51
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Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA

Y Ty commune is located in the west of Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province, about 100km from Lao Cai city has become a magnetic destination in ripening rice season, according to Vietnam News Agency.

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Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA

When fall begins towards the end of August and the start of September, Y Ty Commune is dyed in the golden hue of ripening rice terraced fields. Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA

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The local start harvesting rice Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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The “rice waves” from the valley side to the foot of the mountain create the poetic scenery

Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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A Lu Valley is also an ideal place to admire the magnificent beauty of ripening rice terraced fields in Y Ty Commune Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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In the early morning, the valley is shrouded in the thick mist resembling the real-life “fairyland” scenery. Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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The stunning sunset at Choan Then village (Lao Cai). Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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The meandering roads leading to Ngai Thau Mountain concealed in the clouds. Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA.
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The best time to contemplate the Y Ty golden rice season is in the first two weeks of September. Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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The traditional houses of ethnic minorities are quietly nestled amidst the immense terraced fields. Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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Located at the altitude of more than 2,000m above sea level, Y Ty Commune is also a perfect spot to hunt clouds. Photo: Thanh Dat / VNA
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