The enchanting beauty of the 'world's best tourist village' in the northernmost part of Vietnam

(VTC News) - Honored as "The best tourist village in the world 2025", Lo Lo Chai fascinates visitors with its poetic, pristine beauty and rich identity in the northernmost part of the country.

Nestled at the foot of Lung Cu flagpole - the sacred symbol of the Fatherland, Lo Lo Chai village (Lung Cu commune, Tuyen Quang province) appears peaceful like a picture in the middle of the rocky plateau.

At an altitude of nearly 1,500 m above sea level, the small village of the Lo Lo people has just been honored by the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) as the “Best Tourist Village in the World 2025”, bringing great pride not only to the local people but also to Vietnamese tourism.

More than 150 km from Ha Giang ward, Lo Lo Chai has about 120 households living, of which more than half participate in community tourism.

Since opening its doors to visitors in 2011, the small village in the northernmost part of the country has undergone a dramatic transformation, but still retains its distinctive, pristine beauty.

Under the shade of peach and pear trees, yellow-earthen houses are connected to each other on winding stone paths, creating a scene that is both rustic and poetic.

Most of the homestays in the village are renovated from ancient houses hundreds of years old, still retaining the traditional structure of the Lo Lo people.

Each house has a common living area, a cozy fireplace, and a corner displaying antique items such as rice mortars, looms, and brocade costumes. In this space, visitors can easily feel the unique culture and hospitality of the local people.

“Before, we only grew corn and made wine. Since more tourists came, I learned how to provide services, clean the house, and cook traditional dishes. My income is more stable, and my children and grandchildren also have jobs right in their hometown,” the owner of a homestay in Lo Lo Chai village happily shared.

Not only does community tourism provide new livelihoods, it also helps Lo Lo Chai people become more aware of preserving their culture. Ancient dances and songs are restored; traditional festivals are held right in the yard of the cultural house - which is both a place for community activities and a place to interact with tourists.

“We do tourism but still maintain our old way of life. The most precious thing is that tourists come not only to see the scenery but also to learn more about the Lo Lo culture,” said a resident of Lo Lo Chai village.

Amidst the majestic rocky plateau, Lo Lo Chai today is not only a famous destination, but also a testament to the harmonious combination between cultural preservation and sustainable tourism development.

The poetic and peaceful beauty of the village in the far North still attracts and entices tourists every day.

Yuan Ming

Vtcnews.vn

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