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Located in Mu Cang Chai, Yen Bai, Lim Mong Village is gifted with charming scenery. Nestled in the misty clouds and pristine landscapes, it is also considered one of the 4 most challenging passes in Vietnam. Lim Mong is an ideal destination for those who want to conquer demanding trekking routes and explore poetic villages.
Lim Mong’s captivating landscapes (Source: BonBien)
September and October are the best time to explore Lim Mong Village. This is also when Mu Cang Chai terraced fields are most beautiful. Tourists can admire the unique golden natural scenery in the ripe rice season.
Another perfect occasion is the water-pouring season from May to June. At this time, when the first rains pour down, water is led from the mountains into the terraced fields, making the dry soil softer and expanding, ready for a new crop. These fields glistening in the afternoon sun create a wonderful scene that leaves many visitors in awe.
The water pouring season in Lim Mong (Source: Migo)
Lim Mong village is located on Highway 32. From Hanoi, you go towards Trung Ha Bridge. When arriving at Thanh Son (Phu Tho), go straight along Highway 32 toward Yen Bai Province. When passing Tu Le Commune about 5km you will reach the foot of Khau Pha Pass, here there is a road turning right. This pass road is quite steep and curves around the mountainside, you continue about 4km to Lim Mong village.
Lim Mong Village is situated on Highway 32 (Source: MIA.vn)
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Right on the way to Lim Mong Village, you can admire the impressive beauty of Khau Pha Pass. With an altitude of up to 1200m above sea level, this pass brings a great challenge to those who intend to explore Lim Mong Village.
Standing on the Khau Pha Pass gives travelers a panoramic view (Source: Dulichvietnam)
Standing from the top, you can easily behold the majestic, pristine scene and watch the sunrise. Especially when Lim Mong is in the ripe rice season, the paddy fields stretch out in a brilliant golden color, adding to the captivating surroundings. Many young tourists choose this place to take photos recording their great trip.
The paragliding festival is one of the interesting experiences that you should not miss when coming to explore Lim Mong Village in the golden rice season. This festival is usually held on the top of Khau Pha Pass in September annually. If you love thrilling and adventurous games, this unique experience is definitely for you.
Paragliding is a must-try activity when visiting Lim Mong (Source: Vietskytourism)
Many people after attending this festival could not hide their excitement and nervousness. The unexpected emotions kept intertwining, giving you a new feeling as soon as you took off from the ground. This is also the most wonderful moment when you can experience floating in the air and admire the scenery of Lim Mong right below.
Spring is also the best time to learn more about the cultural identity of the ethnic groups here since many traditional events imbued with traditional characteristics are celebrated. Especially when Tet comes, the atmosphere in Lim Mong becomes more bustling and exciting than usual when many interesting activities take place such as Gau Tao (‘outdoor play’ in Mong dialects), pao throwing, and horse racing. All will bring you extremely memorable memories.
Gau Tao Festival of the Mong community (Source: Bao Yen Bai)
Lim Thai Village is a small village located next to Lim Mong Village and is home to Thai ethnic people. Although not as famous as Lim Mong, Lim Thai has its own impressive beauty.
Visitors will be fascinated by the rustic country vibe, making people who come here once remember it forever. The traditional Thai houses with silvery gray roofs appear at the foot of the mountain, surrounded by lush green gardens. There are no high-rise buildings or flashy lights, but it is filled with a sense of relaxation and gentleness.
The traditional Thai houses surrounded by green gardens (Source: Thanh Son HP)
Tu Le Valley is another hidden gem in Mu Cang Chai. It is only about 4km away from Lim Mong Village, and tourists can take time and explore this beautiful spot. Tu Le Valley is an ideal place to escape from the rustic modern life and immerse in the natural world and pristine landscapes. Some suggested activities are exploring Tien Nu Cave, or trying the 1 km long zipline that allows visitors to enjoy the scenery along the Van Chan - Mu Cang Chai route.
Tu Le Valley (Source: Le Champ)
In return for all the challenges on the winding mountain pass, the picturesque scenery of Ban Lim Mong will dispel all the fatigue of the long journey. Are you ready for a trip filled with unforgettable memories? Contact Asia King Travel now to start your exciting journey!
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