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Dong Van Stone Plateau is a majestic land perched high amidst the clouds of the Northeast. This place is often likened to a symphony of stone and nature. Only when visitors set foot in Dong Van can they fully feel the grandeur and vastness of the plateau, blending with the serene natural scenery to create a unique beauty found only in Ha Giang. Let's explore more of the latest information with NVK Travel right after this.
To reach the Dong Van Stone Plateau - the gray paradise of the mountainous region, visitors will face the challenge of conquering winding mountain roads, "risking" over 150km of winding roads. Going downhill is quite an exciting experience for adventurers due to the thrilling sensation it brings.
One side is a steep rock wall, deep and sheer, while the other side is an abyss where only the sound of the howling wind can be heard. Many people even choose to close their eyes instead of enjoying the scenery for fear of getting "heart-stopped."
Especially, the road to Dong Van is not for weak drivers due to the extremely dangerous hairpin turns. Therefore, if you want to travel safely, you should also consider joining a tour rather than going independently.
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In terms of location, Dong Van Stone Plateau is situated at an altitude of about 1500m above sea level. With this ideal height, it has become a cloud-hunting spot for many adventurous hearts. It stretches across the journey of 4 districts: Quan Ba, Yen Minh, Dong Van, and Meo Vac. With its unique geological formations, Dong Van has been recognized as a geological park.
Along the plateau, you will only see a deep gray color of the long cat ear mountains. Thanks to nature's gifts, Dong Van has these wonderful structures. Each mountain range is stacked solidly like a stone table, forming layers that protect the tranquility of this peaceful land.
From above, you can fully appreciate the softness and ruggedness of Dong Van. It curves gracefully, embracing everything from cornfields, rice fields, to small villages. Each house of the local ethnic people is surrounded by stone fences.
The man of the family will go to find stones, cut stones, polish stones, and carefully stack them together without the need for any adhesive. This symbolizes the talent and skill of the men in this remote plateau.
The natural scenery becomes more beautiful than ever when the golden rice fields stand out against the deep gray stone background during the harvest season. This shows that the people here do not shy away from difficulties posed by the harsh nature; they still work hard to sustain themselves in a land full of rocks.
The unique beauty found only in Dong Van
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The time right after Tet is when Dong Van becomes the most vibrant. During this season, wherever you go, you will see fields of blooming yellow flowers. They grow everywhere in clusters along the roads, with their shimmering yellow color delighting visitors.
In addition, clusters of plum flowers and pure white ban flowers not only resemble snowflakes but also make spring in the villages more vibrant. The old, dusty houses are adorned with the pink peach blossom forest, creating a natural masterpiece that cannot be found anywhere else.
Visit Dong Van in spring to enjoy the beautiful scenery
Do not think that in such a remote and rocky place like Dong Van, there would be no specialties. On the contrary, there are many delicious dishes here that not every locality has. Let's take a look at a few dishes that visitors should try:
The name sounds quite unusual, Pho Trang Kim is compared to Hanoi's Pho Bo. This type of pho is sold at the market of the same name in Tam Son town, Quan Ba. People often jokingly say that if you don't arrive early, you won't get to enjoy this famous dish. Each pho strand is made thick and wide, and the cutting style is not as refined and skillful as in the lowlands, but combined with sweet, firm mountain chicken, it creates an unforgettable flavor.
Currently, Thang Co and corn wine are widely sold in many restaurants. However, if you want to taste the authentic flavors of these two dishes, you must definitely visit Dong Van Stone Plateau. A bowl of Thang Co is filled with various organs from cows and horses. When cooked, locals do not season it but serve it with a plate of salt. A cup of sweet and spicy corn wine enhances the distinctive flavor of this unique dish.
Dishes to try when visiting Dong Van Stone Plateau
Sounds strange, Banh Cuon Chan in Dong Van is as thin as a sheet of paper, translucent. The locals here do not steam the cakes using large industrial pots like in other places but still make them in the most traditional way possible.
Banh cuon is filled with eggs, minced meat, and wood ear mushrooms, simple, but the valuable part is the dipping sauce. The sauce is made from boiled bones, sweet and light, with a bit of finely chopped green onion seasoned. When eaten with hot, soft cake, it melts in your mouth.
Gac Be is a way to preserve food for the ethnic people. After making the sausage, they will dry it in the sun and then smoke it over the fire to eat gradually. When eaten, the piece of sausage is fried until it releases fat, blending with the smoky flavor that has lingered for a long time, making it incredibly appetizing.
Enjoying delicious Lap Xuong Gac Be
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