(Baonghean.vn) - The terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai district were recognized as a National Scenic Monument in 2007. This is one of Vietnam's most unique scenic spots and is becoming a major tourism asset for Yen Bai province. From mid-September to mid-October is when the terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai begin to ripen. This is also when the Autumn Festival begins in this special region.
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| The terraced rice fields in La Pán Tẩn are called 'golden sticky rice mounds' because their shape resembles sticky rice mounds. |
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| Mu Cang Chai is famous for its terraced rice fields stretching from Tu Le, Nga Ba Kim, La Pan Tan, De Xu Phinh, Che Cu Nha, Lao Thua Chai… During the rice harvest season, visitors have the opportunity to admire the golden rice paddies layered across the valleys. |
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| A view of the terraced rice fields in La Pán Tẩn commune. |
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| Peaceful moments in the terraced rice valley. |
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| The children stood in the field sheltering from the rain. |
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| Stunning images of some of Vietnam's most unique rice paddies. |
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| The people living in Mu Cang Chai are mainly Hmong. In their language, Mu Cang Chai means 'village of dry trees'. They are a diligent and hardworking community who, with their hands and labor, have created masterpieces from the most unique terraced rice fields in Southeast Asia. |
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| The mother carries her child back home. |
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| The joy of Hmong women in Mu Cang Chai before the harvest season. |
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| In Mu Cang Chai, the rice harvest season begins in mid-September and lasts until mid-October. The locals then thresh the rice manually right in the fields. |
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| Collect straw after harvesting. |
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| The terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai are becoming increasingly well-known for their unique beauty during the rice harvest season. |
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| At this time of year, many people flock to Mu Cang Chai to admire the beauty of the ripening rice fields. |
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| During the Autumn Festival in Mu Cang Chai, visitors have many opportunities to experience a unique atmosphere and interact with the friendly local people. |
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