Moc Chau is about to enter the plum ripening season.

According to locals, the plum season in Moc Chau begins in May. When in season, the plums have smooth, taut skin, a bright red flesh inside, and a crisp, crunchy bite that bursts with sweet and sour flavor in your mouth. Just thinking about it is enough to make your heart flutter.

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Moc Chau (Son La) is considered the largest plum growing area in the country, with plums grown extensively in the Nong Truong town and Tan Lap commune. Additionally, in Na Ka – bordering Tan Lap commune and Moc Chau's Nong Truong – lies a vast plum valley spanning over 100 hectares, where you'll be overwhelmed by the clusters of fruit ripening to a vibrant red under the warm highland sunshine.

You can buy them directly at the plum orchards in Moc Chau or at shops along the way, including some locations at the 75-meter-high slope, the Tropical Resort area, near DairyFarm, or at the Vuon Dao intersection, near the Moc Chau Food specialty supermarket.

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Na Ka Plum Valley is located about 20km from Moc Chau agricultural town. From the town, turn towards Tan Lap commune, and when you see a sign indicating Tan Lap is 9km away, turn left and go about 1km to reach Na Ka Plum Valley.

Na Ka is the pride of the people of Moc Chau, impressing visitors from near and far with its more than 100 hectares of plum orchards. The plums in Na Ka are grown, cared for, and harvested by the local people themselves. The plums begin to ripen evenly in early summer, and this is also the starting point for the annual "plum picking" festival held in Moc Chau.

Mu Náu Plum Valley is a little-known destination because it's quite difficult to find. If you search on Google Maps, it will only direct you to Pho Nui Karaoke. Just get there and ask the locals for directions, or you can ask a friend or acquaintance in Moc Chau to guide you as they are more familiar with the area.

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Photo: Nguyen Truong An

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