8 places backpackers should not miss when coming to Ta Xua

As one of the three cloud paradises in the Northwest, Ta Xua has become a destination that travel enthusiasts want to visit at least once in their lifetime.

Ta Xua is a highland commune in Bac Yen district, Son La province. Since the road connecting Tram Tau district ( Yen Bai ) and Bac Yen district (Son La) was opened, more and more people have come here to hunt for clouds. Thanks to that, Ta Xua has gradually become a "hot" tourist destination loved by travel enthusiasts. Photo: Bac Yen district tourism information portal

With the desire to explore the place known as the "Cloud Hunting Paradise" of the Northwest, Kieu Trang (Hanoi) traveled to Ta Xua in early July. She confided: "In Ta Xua, there are beauties that cameras cannot fully describe. I have enjoyed and experienced peaceful moments and extremely lovely stories here. From the majesty of the natural landscape to the friendly people." She revealed the 8 "check-in" spots below that visitors should not miss. Photo: Kieu Trang

Dinosaur's spine is a road located on the top of Chong Tra mountain, Hang Dong commune, about 25 km from the center of Bac Yen town. The road to get here is quite difficult, but when you set foot there, you will be completely conquered by the majestic and beautiful scenery. Photo: Kieu Trang

The reason this place is called the dinosaur spine is because from afar it looks like a dinosaur lying still, enjoying the natural scenery. Standing on the peak 1600m above sea level, you can take in the whole view of the mountains and green valleys below. Photo: Kieu Trang

Ban Coffee - a very "chill" coffee shop. The shop has a simple, rustic design but still attracts visitors with its view straight down the dinosaur's spine. Especially, coming here early in the morning, you can watch the sea of white clouds floating before your eyes, or admire the scenery of the Northwest forest under the warm sunlight. Photo: Kieu Trang

Anyone who comes to Ta Xua definitely wants to "check-in" at the Lonely Tree . The Lonely Tree is 11km from the center of Ta Xua commune. Follow the direction of Suoi Sap 2 Hydropower Plant. The reason for its name is because there is only one tree standing tall in the sky, creating a "brand" of the Ta Xua region. Photo: Kieu Trang

Another extremely chill coordinate is Ta Xua Grassland . Located on the way to Mom Ca Heo and Cay Co Don, this is a large green grassy hill with a wide, open view. This place is quite ideal for groups of friends to stop and camp, light a campfire, and pitch tents to sleep overnight. Photo: Kieu Trang

Dolphin Point is also a place that attracts many travel enthusiasts. This is a rock shaped like the head of a dolphin. When shot from below, it looks like a dolphin rising out of the water. Photo: Kieu Trang

Mi Oi Coffee Shop is considered a must-visit place when coming to Ta Xua. The shop has a simple design with mainly wooden materials, decorated simply with paintings, flowers or curtains. Located right on the top of Gio, this place is an ideal place to hunt clouds. Sitting here, visitors can easily touch the white clouds floating in front of them. Photo: Kieu Trang

Thao Coffee is considered one of the oldest coffee shops in Ta Xua with a rustic space of wooden and stone stilt houses combined with the culture of the Mong people. Every corner gives visitors the feeling of being lost in the clouds, blending with the nature of the mountains and forests. Photo: Kieu Trang

H'Mong House is located near the center of Ta Xua commune. True to its name, this place has a space that harmoniously blends the H'Mong ethnic culture and ancient, retro style. In the evening, a campfire is held right in the yard of the restaurant. Photo: Kieu Trang