Welcome to Mu Cang Chai in Yen Bai, Vietnam.
About some 300 km Northwest of Hanoi, Mu Cang Chai is one of the most amazing landscapes of rice-terraced fields in Vietnam.
Located about 1000 meters above sea level, Mu Cang Chai has a special topography with steep hills and deep valleys where the local residences such as Hmong, Thai, Dao have created the master-piece, Terraced Fields. They has cultivated about 500 hectares of rice terraces for centuries in La Pan Tan, Che Cu Nha and De Xu Phinh communes. In 2007, the fields was recognized as national heritage sites for its amazing landscape.
The fields look stunning during the rice season. The best times are the planting season (June) and the harvesting season (The end of September to the beginning of October).
During harvesting season, ready crop is turning to yellow, while new crop is dotted with white of water and young green of seedling rice. The scenery is a big attraction to photographers and trekkers.
If you are looking for an amazing place for travelling, Mu Cang Chai is one of the most places I recommend to you.
Welcome to Mu Cang Chai, welcome to Vietnam!