Ta Van has just been ranked by the South China Morning Post (SCMP) of Hong Kong (China) as one of the 6 most beautiful “hilltop villages” in Asia – alongside other famous names in China, Bhutan, the Philippines and India. With its beautiful natural scenery, friendly people and efforts to preserve the cultural identity of the indigenous people, Ta Van deserves this vote.
Báo Lào Cai•03/08/2025
Located 12 km from Sa Pa ward ( Lao Cai province), Ta Van is as beautiful as a picture with villages nestled next to majestic terraced fields. Ta Van (new) was merged from Muong Hoa, Hoang Lien and Ta Van (old) communes. This is where the Mong and Giay ethnic groups live. Beautiful natural scenery with mountains, clouds and sky blending together. One of the most beautiful rice roads in Ta Van belongs to Lao Hang Chai village.
Peaceful houses among terraced fields cultivated by skillful techniques of local farmers. Ta Van people always pay attention to preserving traditional cultural identity. This is a highlight that attracts domestic and foreign tourists. Children in Ta Van enjoy playing in the wild natural scenery, clouds and sky blending together.
Ta Van owns the clear blue lake Seo My Ty, about 20 km from the center of Ta Van commune, is the highest artificial lake in Vietnam. Ta Van still maintains a slow pace of life, people exploit cultural identity to create economic value. (In photo: Foreign tourists enjoy the beeswax painting experience in Ta Van). Simply following the terraced rice fields in Ta Van, visitors can take in the beautiful natural beauty that few places have.
The attraction of wild nature and rich cultural identity creates a good impression in the hearts of tourists. That is the reason why Ta Van is considered one of the most beautiful hilltop villages in Asia.
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