Sea of clouds on Phoenix Peak

QUANG NINH - These days, a sea of clouds has appeared on the summit of Phuong Hoang Mountain in Uong Bi City, attracting many people to come and admire the scenery and camp.

Phoenix Hill, also known as Three-Tiered Mountain, is located in 12 Khe village, Bac Son ward, Uong Bi city, Quang Ninh province, about 40 km from the center of Ha Long. The peak of Phoenix Hill is nearly 500 m above sea level.

This area has many rolling mountains and hills, fresh air, and a romantic setting.

These days, in the early morning, the Phoenix Hill area is covered with a stunning sea of clouds, ethereal in the dawn light.

From 3 a.m., clouds began to creep through the small valleys and then enveloped the entire hillside.

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According to locals, the sea of clouds only appears in the autumn, after days of prolonged rain, accompanied by cold air that causes water vapor to condense.

The view from Phuong Hoang Hill is beautiful and unspoiled, similar to famous check-in spots in the Northwest region.

Tran Dat, a photographer from Hai Phong, spent the night on Phuong Hoang Hill to have the chance to admire the clouds at dawn. "Waking up to the cool, refreshing natural scenery, gazing at the sea of clouds and majestic mountains, is an experience worth trying in a lifetime," said Dat.

Like Mr. Dat, many people camp overnight on Phoenix Hill. If you don't want to bring your own equipment, you can rent tents, tables, and chairs here for 200,000 to 400,000 VND per day and night. Food is also served for 200,000 to 300,000 VND per person.

Phoenix Hill is also in the dry season (from October to January of the following year), with the green color gradually being replaced by a yellowish-brown hue.

Visitors can travel to the top of the hill by motorbike or car. The distance is about one kilometer, but it is steep and difficult to navigate. Motorbike taxis are available here for 50,000 VND per person per trip.

A heart-shaped acacia tree stands alone on the summit of Phoenix Mountain.

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