(Baonghean.vn) - Are you wondering where to go during the 3-day holiday at the end of the year? Here are some suggestions to help you choose a unique and interesting destination for your New Year's holiday in Nghe An.
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| Every year, as the year draws to a close, people start buzzing about the vast sunflower fields in Nghia Son, Nghia Dan. This year, with the first-ever Sunflower Festival, the nearly 80-hectare field planted along both sides of the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Nghia Dan district will undoubtedly be the most sought-after destination for photography during the holiday season. The Sunflower Festival is scheduled to begin on December 25th, 2016, with activities such as a beauty contest, traditional games, and many cultural and artistic performances showcasing the rich traditions of the ethnic groups in Western Nghe An. With nearly 80 hectares of sunflowers in full bloom, it will be an exciting destination for the New Year's holiday. |
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From Nghia Dan, visitors can travel north to Que Phong to admire the ancient tropical forests, terraced rice valleys, and the fragrant golden rice paddies of the Thai ethnic people. The unique mountain passes crisscross the district, with their spectacular hairpin bends; each turn reveals a changing landscape, leaving visitors constantly amazed. About 5km from Kim Son town, a vast, flat valley stretches along both banks of the gentle Chu River, where dozens of waterwheels leisurely turn, bringing fertile water to hundreds of hectares of terraced rice fields, creating an unparalleled sense of tranquility. With many newly discovered natural attractions such as Tat Pang Waterfall, Hua Na Hydroelectric Lake, Sao Va Waterfall, and the Nine-Room Temple, Que Phong holds many interesting things for visitors to explore. |
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| Dubbed the "Ha Long Bay of Nghe An Province," the tea island (Thanh An commune, Thanh Chuong district) is located right next to the Ho Chi Minh Trail, with convenient roads allowing for a day trip. Amidst the vast lake, lush green terraced tea islands rise harmoniously, winding gracefully. Each gently sloping tea island, covering over 1 hectare, is ideal for visitors to explore. From the tea island, you can see boats circling around these "oasis-like" islands. Sipping a cup of green tea while enjoying the verdant scenery will make visitors feel one with nature. Besides the fresh, clean air, visitors can also enjoy local dishes such as grilled chicken, grilled fish, and other specialties of Nghe An. |
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| Turn left from National Highway 7 and drive along Khe Kien for about 40km to Na Ngoi commune to conquer the summit of Pu Xai Lai Leng, which is over 2780m high. From here, you can observe a vast, majestic mountain range and the Mong villages perched on the mountainside, with local specialties such as black pigs, black chickens, and wild cattle. In January 2016, snow fell on the summit of Pu Xai Lai Leng, transforming the landscape of this vast border region into a blanket of white, as if you were somewhere in the West. If you're lucky, you might witness this picturesque scene again when you visit Pu Xai Lai Leng during the New Year holiday. |
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| Located about 40km from Muong Xen town in Ky Son district and known as the Sapa of Nghe An province, Muong Long commune lies in a valley on a mountain peak over 1485m above sea level in the Truong Son mountain range, Ky Son district. Upon arriving in Muong Long, visitors will step into a world completely different from the modern, dynamic, and bustling city. Here, you will be greeted by a picturesque natural landscape, the fresh air of the highlands, and friendly, gentle people. This year, winter arrived late, so Muong Long has begun to change its attire with the pristine white of plum blossoms. In winter, Muong Long, with its clouds swirling around the mountains, is incredibly beautiful, giving you a feeling of being in paradise. Every time you gaze at the majestic mountain ranges and the houses of the Mong people, roofed with cypress wood, appearing and disappearing amidst the clouds or behind the soft white plum blossoms, you will be mesmerized and never tire of looking back. From Muong Long, you can travel to My Ly, Bac Ly, Mai Son, or Nhon Mai, which are all fascinating tourist destinations. |
