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It seems that people have forgotten that Dien Bien still has such beautiful and exclusive destinations!

You will definitely want to pack up and go as soon as you know that the 4 destinations in Dien Bien introduced in this article possess unique, original beauty. Just like Ha Giang, Yen Bai, ..

Indochina Charm Tours 11/18/2020 8 min read
It seems that people have forgotten that Dien Bien still has such beautiful and exclusive destinations!

You will definitely want to pack up and go as soon as you know that the 4 destinations in Dien Bien introduced in this article possess unique, original beauty. Just like Ha Giang, Yen Bai, .. 

A Pa Chai 

A Pa Chai is one of the "youthful dreams" of travelers and young people who love to move. This is a mountain range located in the westernmost part of the country, about 500 km from Hanoi capital. Originally a national border area with breathtaking and majestic scenery, A Pa Chai in Sin Thau commune, Muong Nhe district is one of the places in Dien Bien that you should check in once in your life. 

 

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A Pa Chai - attractive destination in Dien Bien. Photo: tripnow 

On themap Dien Bien tourist, A Pa Chai is always a bright star when it is known to many tourists. However, before the great attraction of a poetic Ha Giang, a charming Yen Bai, a pure Moc Chau, this place seems to be forgotten by young people. Therefore, if you want to find a new tourist destination with few people checking in, A Pa Chai is a great suggestion to consider. 

 

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Milestone 0 - where a lot of tourists check in. Photo: hoaithuong.112

According to the exoerience of discovering Dien Bien by many young people, the end and the beginning of the year is when A Pa Chai is the most beautiful. The ripe rice season of this province falls in September - October, November - December when the wildflowers bloom. And spring from January to February is the time when people transplant rice fields with green and cool rice fields. 

 

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The sea of ​​floating white clouds has a typical beauty of the Northwestern mountains. Photo: huong2go

Perhaps during the trip back to A Pa Chai, climbing experience to conquer this milestone 0 is the most attractive thing to tourists. You will in turn cross 3 km of concrete road leading up to the landmark. Compared with other landmarks in the East Pole, the journey to discover A Pa Chai is not too hard. 

 

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Sunset at A Pa Chai. Photo: VOV 

However, not so the scenery from this landmark is less beautiful. On the contrary, you will have the opportunity to admire the beautiful natural picture. Before your eyes will be a sea of ​​white clouds floating in the blue sky. In the distance are the mountains lying dormant in the misty white clouds. All paint a lyrical beautiful picture for milestone 0 at A Pa Chai. 

 

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Traveling to Dien Bien, you remember A Pa Chai once. Photo: thuyninh1312

Note, because this destination is located in the western border area of ​​our country, you have to bring all kinds of identification documents to register at the 317 border post. From Here, there will be soldiers to guide you to conquer landmarks. If you want to stay overnight, this border post is also the address that you can refer to.

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Muong Nhe Nature Reserve 

During the journey to visit Dien Bien province and to A Pa Chai, visitors can combine to visit Muong Nhe nature reserve. This place owns a wild and magnificent picture, easily conquering the hearts of nature at first sight. This place does not have many recreational activities but promises to bring you a sense of peace and relaxation. 

 

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Beautiful roads to Muong Nhe. Photo: solotravail

This destination in Dien Bien is not too difficult to go. You just need to go to Muong Cha town, then follow the road leading to the border - Muong Cha - Si Pa Phin route to reach Muong Nhe Nature Reserve. Today, this sanctuary is still little known. However, the picturesque scenery of this place will not disappoint you. 

 

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Beautiful natural picture in every corner. Photo: jaimie.trann

With a total area of ​​about 310,262 hectares and nearly 118,000 hectares of natural forest land with high coverage and many primitive forests, Muong Nhe conservation area is like a fairy-tale picture with blue color. of the forest trees. In the last days of autumn, that picture is also adorned with the brilliant yellow color of wild flowers, more charming and poetic. 

 

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Where is the beautiful terraced fields less than Lao Cai, Yen Bai? Photo: nobody_s_sight

Visiting Muong Nhe, you have the opportunity to watch the white clouds float every morning, drive along the national highway and admire the view of the sun going to sleep behind the mountains. In addition, visiting the villages and learning more about the lives of its residents is also a memorable experience for visitors. 

 

Pá Khoang Lake 

One of the most popular destinations in Dien Bien is Pa Khoang lake, in the Muong Thanh basin. This lake belongs to two communes of Pa Khoang and Muong Pang, about 8 kilometers west of the Dien Bien Phu campaign. This is considered the largest and most beautiful lake in Dien Bien province. 

 

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Pa Khoang Lake is a destination in Dien Bien that you should visit. Photo: jun.rain.t

With a total catchment area of ​​up to 2,400 ha and located at an altitude of 900 meters above sea level, Pa Khoang lake becomes a check-in point that cannot be ignored when coming to Dien Bien. This place is like a version of "Ha Long Bay on land" with charming, clear beauty like a water-color painting. 

 

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Quiet lake surface, peaceful scenery. Photo: dragonfly23986

Pa Khoang lake is beautiful in all seasons of the year with a clear blue surface. The natural scenery this place is gentle. Standing on the banks of the lake, visitors can see the water surface like a giant mirror, reflecting mountains and clouds. In the winter, the lake surface is hidden in the white mist, creating a dreamy, beautiful scene that cannot be taken off your eyes. 

 

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Daydreaming morning on the lake Pá Khoang. Photo: dao.thuy.thuy.anh

Surrounding this beautiful lake is covered with trees so the scenery is always cool and peaceful. In the middle of Pa Khoang lake, there are small islands with many birds, animals and countless flowers and plants. This place is like a miniature sanctuary with about 700 species of plants and 300 species of animals. 

 

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Around the lake, there are vacant land suitable for camping and flying kites. Photo: phuongng0913

In the midst of that peaceful and romantic picture, you can row a boat or ride a motorboat down the stream, explore small and medium islands in the lake bed. Besides, you can also anchor boats on the banks of the lake, sit under dense trees and fish. In addition, this is also a suitable place for you to camp, picnic overnight. 

 

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In spring, the cherry blossoms blooming brilliantly by the lake Pá Khoang. Photo: lafoncibikini

For families with small children, Pá Khoang lake is also a great place to fly kites. In addition, this romantic space is also suitable for you to watch the sunset, enjoy the most peaceful moments with the person you love.

 

Tua Chua Rock Plateau

In addition to the above destinations, there is still a beautiful check-in point in Dien Bien that you should stop. That is the Tua Chua rocky plateau located in Tua Chua district, about 130 km northeast of the city center. Located at an altitude of 1400 meters above sea level, this place possesses pristine and charming scenery. 

 

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Tua Chua rocky plateau is located at an altitude of 1,400 meters above sea level. Photo: Lang Son Newspaper

70% of the area of ​​this plateau is limestone mountains and the highlight is the rocky fields covering the villages of the residents. If you first come to Tua Chua district, you will be surprised when everywhere is stone with a cool, strong and mysterious gray color.

 

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This place is also very pristine and fresh. Photo: Thoi Dai 

Here, the folds of houses and villages of residents are mixed with rocky mountains. The small roads leading to the house are made of stone, the villagers' fields are also crowded with scattered rocks everywhere. It seems that every small corner in Tua Chua is covered with rocks, creating a unique beauty but also full of harshness.

 

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Terraced fields are mixed with rocky mountains. Photo: Nhuhoa_phan

Perhaps Tua Chua is destination in Dien Bien the most uniquein the northern mountainous region, when there are almost no entertainment activities. All the beautiful scenes of this upland district exude the majestic and mysterious beauty of this forest and rocky mountains. The green of the mountains and trees blends with the gray color of the rocks, creating a very interesting beauty. 

 

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Children in the highlands of Tua Chua district. Photo: nasonphoto

Up the Tua Chua rock plateau, visitors can visit the rock fields and visit the H'mong village in Ta Phinh, Ta Sin Thang and Xa Nhe communes. Meeting local residents is also a way for you to learn more about their lifestyle, culture and cuisine in a rocky highland. 

 

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Tua Chua owns a beautiful picture that moves people's hearts. Photo: Nhuhoa_phan

On the S-shaped strip of land, Dien Bien province is still quite new to many tourists. However, this land still has many attractive destinations such as A Pa Chai, Muong Nhe, Pa Khoang lake or Tua Chua rock plateau. Each destination brings its own beauty, promising to save you a memorable trip. 

 

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