Mai Chau – A poetic land

Avana Retreat primeval forest

Avana comes from the African word “A-yana”, which means a beautiful flower. Avana Resort with an area of 15 hectares, located on the hills of Panh hamlet, Bao La commune, Mai Chau district, Hoa Binh province. Humblely hidden among the Northwest mountains and forests, Avana Retreat looks like a small village from afar. This is considered the most prominent place to stay when you travel to Hoa Binh. The landscape design of Avana Retreat Hoa Binh is an interference between three cultures: Thai - Mong - Muong. Avana's 41 villas are located along the hillside, overlooking terraced fields or the green valley of Mai Chau. The landscape design is inspired by the unique cultural features of indigenous peoples, in perfect harmony with the natural landscape. Avana Retreat Hoa Binh owns 41 luxury villas designed in the style of stilt houses with earthen walls; palm leaf thatched roof; Rattan ceiling and unique brocade decorative details. Each villa ensures privacy with an extremely large balcony overlooking the mountains, valleys or terraced fields. The house's walls are made of earth, cool in summer and warm in winter. Furniture made entirely from wood. All room categories have bathtubs overlooking peaceful nature. Shampoo and shower gel are all custom-made with organic ingredients and scents specifically for Avana. In Avana, you can choose to enjoy meals at the waterfall or at the villa under shimmering lights and the sound of Pung waterfall. You can also enjoy cuisine at Green Chili Restaurant. The food at Avana is purely organic. Fresh ingredients are carefully selected, skillfully processed, and delicately presented. The dishes are not only delicious but also closely connected to nature and local culture. All will satisfy visitors' culinary pleasure. In addition, you and your family can also enjoy afternoon gifts, roast corn and potatoes next to the warm stilt kitchen. If you love to experience and explore, you will surely feel satisfied with the morning walking routes; Trekking on trails through the jungle or traveling on a Jeep. Each exploration journey in Avana not only helps you feel the beauty of the Northwest but to find yourself in nature. Besides, Avana Retreat Hoa Binh is an interference between three cultures: Thai - Mong - Muong. It is not difficult to understand that when coming to Avana, visitors will have a unique journey of cultural discovery. You can visit Muoc village - a White Thai village located humbly along a small stream. You can also visit Mr. Nhieu's lovely homestay (welcoming guests since 1992) to listen to stories about traditional Thai embroidery patterns; Scarves pieu; Ban flower festival; the practice of poking the floor; Back to Bao La market... In addition, explore the stilt house museum and brocade weaving village; Immersing yourself in the traditional Xoe dance of Thai girls will also help you understand and love the culture, history, and daily life of the indigenous people. Coming to Avana is not only about finding a peaceful place in the middle of the mountains but also about finding a pure childhood journey. Families with young children will definitely enjoy coming here, children will have the opportunity to experience many fun activities in nature. Treasure hunt games, Kid club or creative toys will make girls and boys fascinated. And the parents seem to be reliving their own innocent moments. At Avana, there is a special journey, the Peaceful Journey. Orchid Spa is the most beautiful part of Avana Retreat, located completely separate from the rest of the resort and located deep in the tropical rain forest. Immerse yourself in peace to feel each breath of nature with its shade; The sound of the stream is an effective way for you and your family to regenerate energy and balance your life. You can choose to meditate or yoga to get away from psychological disturbances or worries. The modern gym system will also help you maintain your exercise routine during your stay at Avana. It is not difficult for you to find a hotel in Hanoi or hotels near Hanoi such as: hotels in Hoa Binh; hotel in Quang Ninh; hotel in Hai Phong... But looking for a vacation place far enough away to forget the noise and dust of the city, close enough to return easily during a few Tet days, people immediately think of Avana.

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple

Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple is located in Vay Nua commune, Da Bac district, Hoa Binh province. This ancient temple is located on the shore of a large, calm turquoise lake all year round. Behind the temple is a mountain system with beautiful stalactite caves that delight visitors. In 2009, Thac Bo Cave in the relic cluster was recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Information and Tourism as a National Scenic Monument. Legend has it that Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple worships two female generals, Mrs. Dinh Thi Van from the Muong ethnic group and a lady (name unknown) from the Dao ethnic group. The two women were instrumental in Le Loi's reign, helping people and soldiers transport food and boats through Thac Bo to Muong Le to quell the rebellion. After the two women passed away, they often had epiphanies to help people safely cross the famous dangerous and harsh waterfall when the Da River had not yet blocked its flow that day. Grateful people built a temple to worship the two women to show their respect and hope that they would bless and protect them from danger when passing through the water. You should come to the temple from January 7 to the end of March (lunar calendar) because this is the time with the most bustling festivals. Thac Bo Ba Chua Temple owns a system of 38 statues, including 2 bronze statues worshiping two ladies. The temple has a large statue located in a cave that is dry and cool all year round. Surrounding the cave are shimmering and magical stalactite columns in the dim electric light, creating the sacred and attractive appearance of the worship cave. Tourists who want to offer incense first go to Trinh Temple and then to the Lord Temple. However, these two temples are located on two different "islands" so visitors are forced to take a boat for about 20 minutes to get there. Setting foot on the temple is a challenge of more than 100 steps to reach the place of worship. The special feature at Ba Chua Thac Bo Temple is that the back leans against the mountain and the face faces the vast, immense lake of jade green color. This beautiful scene has attracted many tourists to the temple to offer incense and admire the scenery. After offering incense, you can move to nearby locations in Thung Nai to enjoy delicious dishes of Hoa Binh. All foods are guaranteed to be "home-grown" so they are extremely fresh and delicious and carry a distinct specialty. Some dishes not to be missed include Da River fish, Muong pork, pickled vegetables, leaf yeast wine,...

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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Thang Thien waterfall tourist area

Possessing a spacious area of up to 350 hectares, Thang Thien Waterfall is part of the Vien Nam range, about 60km from the center of Hanoi. The road to Thang Thien Waterfall is quite easy, the route is short and the natural scenery is charming, so it is not surprising that this place quickly became a favorite sightseeing and picnic spot for many people. If you intend to go to Thang Thien Waterfall, you can go by bus or motorbike. If traveling by motorbike, don't forget to save the route MIA.vn revealed right below: Thang Long Avenue - Hoa Lac Hoa Binh Expressway - DT446 - Road 6 (AH13) - National Highway 6. From here, go A short distance further and you will reach the Ascension Waterfall. Many of you who have been here have shared that the most ideal time for you to start your journey to enjoy and explore Thang Thien Waterfall is between May and July. This is summer, the sky is clear, no rain. Suitable for you to participate in outdoor activities and picnics. Away from the bustling city, the journey back to Thang Thien Waterfall will soothe and comfort your soul. The scene at Thang Thien Waterfall is very beautiful with water rushing from above, creating white foam. Amidst the mist, the space at the waterfall seems more romantic. Thang Thien Waterfall is divided into many interesting levels, with each level covered by water creating a mysterious feeling. The higher you go, the road becomes quite slippery, so if you intend to reach the top, you should move slowly to ensure safety. Right below the foot of the waterfall is a lake full of cool water all year round. The water in the lake is clear and not too deep, so it is suitable for swimming. Surrounding the lake are rocks of all shapes and sizes, very suitable for those who want to have check-in photos during their Hoa Binh travel itinerary. Nestled deep in the heart of the jungle, the cuisine at Thang Thien Waterfall is mainly products of the highlands. After the journey to cool off and enjoy the scenery, you can recharge with a series of outstanding dishes, such as wild vegetables, bamboo-tube rice, buffalo meat cooked in bamboo leaves, spring rolls with grapefruit leaves, and grilled pork. , grilled fish, deep fried stream fish, etc.

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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Mai Chau – A poetic land

Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, Mai Chau is famous for its pristine and peaceful natural scenery. Located in the heart of the Northwest mountains, this place is a beautiful picture of natural colors and unique cultural features of the nation. Mai Chau has winding trails through green forests, yellow terraced fields, or traditional wooden houses looming in the majestic space. Not only is it a beautiful natural land, Mai Chau is also a rich cultural museum of the Thai people. Here, traditional cultural features are still preserved and carefully cared for, from soft hand-painted fabric paintings to exquisitely carved wooden items. The oral art of the Thai people has been and is becoming the pride of the entire country of Vietnam. Mai Chau is a district in Hoa Binh province, about 150km northwest of Hanoi capital. With the wild natural beauty and unique culture of the indigenous people, this is an attractive destination for tourists who love to explore and experience the national cultural identity, as well as enjoy the atmosphere. The peaceful, quiet atmosphere of Vietnam's mountains. From October to February is one of the best times to travel to Mai Chau. This is the time when the air becomes chilly and peach and plum blossoms bloom. The magical scenery of white flower petals makes the land become poetic. Surely you will be attracted to the peaceful natural beauty of Mai Chau this season. Furthermore, if you are a lover of romantic spaces, or always want to immerse yourself in the chilly atmosphere, winter is a great time to come to Mai Chau and enjoy memorable moments. From March to April is also a good season to go to Mai Chau. At this time, ban flowers bloom throughout Mai Chau. Besides, the weather during this period is often cool and pleasant, very convenient for participating in outdoor activities such as trekking or enjoying the beautiful landscape of the Northwest region. If you want to experience the freshness and radiance of spring, along with the soothing scent of blooming banyan flowers, March and April are the ideal times to visit Mai Chau and enjoy the unique landscapes. of this season.

Hoa Binh

From October to February

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Thung Nai – Ha Long on land

Thung Nai in recent years has been a familiar destination every weekend for those who love peace, avoiding noise and dust. As a commune in Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh province, Thung Nai is located in the bed of Da river lake, 25 km from the city center and about 110 km from Hanoi. With the perfect combination of mountains, islands and clear blue lakes, Thung Nai brings poetic beauty and relaxing moments. Thung Nai in recent years has been a familiar destination every weekend for those who love peace, avoiding noise and dust. As a commune in Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh province, Thung Nai is located in the bed of Da river lake, 25 km from the city center and about 110 km from Hanoi. The name Thung Nai makes many people think of a valley with deer roaming around. According to local people, this place was once home to many species of wild deer. The poetic image of golden deer bewildered in the afternoon sunlight on the slopes, reflecting on the Da River, was used by people to name this land. Nowadays, coming to Thung Nai, although there are no longer wild deer, the poetic and romantic beauty of the mountains and rivers here seems to still be intact. To explore this "golden deer valley", you can only use a boat or walk. Leave the car on the shore, the motorboat will take tourists for a tour on the hydroelectric lake. In the strong wind blowing from the lake, the picturesque scene of Thung Nai appears before your eyes. A large lake surrounded by rolling mountains. In the lake, hundreds of large and small "islands" undulate like magnificent natural masterpieces. Floating on the water, the motorboat weaves through the rocky outcroppings, creating the feeling of enjoying "Ha Long on land". A perfect combination of rivers, lakes and mountain rocks, Thac Bo cave is a destination not to be missed when coming to Thung Nai. The cave is located deep inside the mountain and is quite wild, but the scenery inside is beautiful. The whole forest of stalactites grows up and down, with strange shapes. After the high water season, visitors entering the cave can enjoy schools of fish swimming freely in the shallow, clear water. Right near the cave is Ba Chua Thac Bo temple. Although the temple is quite small and located on a steep mountain slope, this place attracts many tourists from all over to worship. For many people, stopping at the temple is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Thung Nai from a high perspective with floating white clouds and glimpses of ethnic villages. An interesting thing here is that when the Da River water dries up, visitors to the temple have to climb up steep stone steps, sometimes stumbling. But during the high water season, the steps flood, visitors to the temple just need to step down from the boat. If you go on Sunday, don't forget to visit Thac Bo floating market. Not too noisy and crowded, but a very typical cultural feature of the Muong people in Thung Nai. Thung Nai in recent years has been a familiar destination every weekend for those who love peace, avoiding noise and dust. As a commune in Cao Phong district, Hoa Binh province, Thung Nai is located in the bed of Da river lake, 25 km from the city center and about 110 km from Hanoi. The name Thung Nai makes many people think of a valley with deer roaming around. According to local people, this place was once home to many species of wild deer. The poetic image of golden deer bewildered in the afternoon sunlight on the slopes, reflecting on the Da River, was used by people to name this land. Nowadays, coming to Thung Nai, although there are no longer wild deer, the poetic and romantic beauty of the mountains and rivers here seems to still be intact. To explore this "golden deer valley", you can only use a boat or walk. Leave the car on the shore, the motorboat will take tourists for a tour on the hydroelectric lake. In the strong wind blowing from the lake, the picturesque scene of Thung Nai appears before your eyes. A large lake surrounded by rolling mountains. In the lake, hundreds of large and small "islands" undulate like magnificent natural masterpieces. Floating on the water, the motorboat weaves through the rocky outcroppings, creating the feeling of enjoying "Ha Long on land". A perfect combination of rivers, lakes and mountain rocks, Thac Bo cave is a destination not to be missed when coming to Thung Nai. The cave is located deep inside the mountain and is quite wild, but the scenery inside is beautiful. The whole forest of stalactites grows up and down, with strange shapes. After the high water season, visitors entering the cave can enjoy schools of fish swimming freely in the shallow, clear water. Right near the cave is Ba Chua Thac Bo temple. Although the temple is quite small and located on a steep mountain slope, this place attracts many tourists from all over to worship. For many people, stopping at the temple is an opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Thung Nai from a high perspective with floating white clouds and glimpses of ethnic villages. An interesting thing here is that when the Da River water dries up, visitors to the temple have to climb up steep stone steps, sometimes stumbling. But during the high water season, the steps flood, visitors to the temple just need to step down from the boat. If you go on Sunday, don't forget to visit Thac Bo floating market. Not too noisy and crowded, but a very typical cultural feature of the Muong people in Thung Nai. As the boat slowly moves through the water, the windmill stands tall on the small island, attracting the attention of anyone passing by. This is like the invitation of a vacation home in the middle of the lake. Therefore, whether they come back during the day or stay overnight, most tourists coming to Thung Nai want to stop by this small island to see with their own eyes the seemingly unique windmill. in the Netherlands, or in the famous novel "Don Kihote - the talented nobleman of Manta". Not only is it unique, the windmill here also has a beautiful viewing spot. From here, you can zoom out into the distance, taking in the entire ink painting of Thung Nai in your sight. If you go up the "mill" early in the morning, you will see Thung Nai engulfed in mist, while when the sun rises, the clear blue lake surface sparkles yellow. In addition to the pristine natural landscape, the specialty parties of the Muong people have become a highlight in Thung Nai. It was a meal with stream fish, hill chicken and exotic wild vegetables.

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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Hoa Binh hydroelectric plant

Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant was built at Hoa Binh Lake, Hoa Binh province, on the Da River in Northern Vietnam. Before Son La hydroelectric plant was inaugurated, this was the largest hydroelectric plant in Vietnam and Southeast Asia. Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant - a century project built with help from the Soviet Union in 1979 in Hoa Binh City. Where Soviet experts and tens of thousands of engineers and workers, many of whom were teachers and students from the Faculty of Civil Engineering - Water Resources University, had unforgettable years, with determination and thirst. A burning desire to create miracles in conquering the Da River. On the largest scale construction site in Southeast Asia at that time, at peak there were up to 40,000 workers working. Although there are still many difficulties, lack of electricity, lack of water, hard and dangerous work, the enthusiasm of working youth has urged the hands and minds of engineers and workers to turn the river into a source of doll. Everyone did not care about difficulties and hardships, enthusiastically working up to 3 shifts, 4 shifts, all night long "for the tomorrow's electricity of the Fatherland". Labor slogans have now become legendary such as "High altitude". 81 or die" has shown the spirit of working urgently, enthusiastically, and overcoming difficulties of the young generation on the construction site. People's efforts and efforts to overcome all time and all dangerous terrain have been rewarded. On December 31, 1988, the first generating unit of Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant generated electricity to the system, signaling a historic moment for the country and the Vietnamese Electricity industry. On April 4, 1994, the eighth and last power unit of the plant was officially completed, with a total installed capacity of 1,920 MW. On December 24, 1994, our country excitedly celebrated the important event of the inauguration of the Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant on the Da River, marking the result of 15 years of selfless labor for the electricity of tomorrow for the Fatherland. Tens of thousands of officials, employees and experts on the construction site were constructing for the first time a great project of the twentieth century. After more than 30 years of operation, by 2021, the plant has provided the country with a total output of over 250 billion kWh, annually contributing more than 1,000 billion VND to the province's State budget. In addition, TDHB actively and effectively participates in flood control, ensuring safety for the Northern Delta and Hanoi Capital. With a large reservoir capacity of up to 10 billion cubic meters of water, the flood prevention capacity Flood estimated at 5.6 billion cubic meters, Hoa Binh hydropower plant has made a great contribution to flood prevention, ensuring safety for the entire Northern Delta region, especially Hanoi capital. Since the Hoa Binh Hydropower Plant was put into operation until now, the Northern Delta region has no longer had flooding. TDHB has controlled dozens of major floods of over 10,000 m3/sec; Typically, the historic flood in August 1996 had a flow of more than 22,650 m3/sec; The late flood that appeared in October 2017 (when the reservoir was full) had a flow of nearly 16,000 m3/sec with very complicated and unpredictable developments. At the same time, maintain the safety of the project and the downstream area of the Northern Delta.

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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Nine waterfalls Tu Son

Nine waterfalls Tu Son includes 9 waterfalls, each waterfall possesses its own unique beauty, both unique and blending together to create a beautiful landscape that makes many people ecstatic and fascinated. These include Au Co love waterfall, Tien Tam waterfall, Trai Chieu Quan Lang waterfall, Ut Lot waterfall, Silver waterfall, Truong Phu waterfall, Thuong Ngan month, Mau waterfall and Thien Ngoc Thach waterfall. Nine waterfalls are located in Kim Boi nature reserve, Cu hamlet, Tu Son commune, Kim Boi district, Hoa Binh province and about 60 km from the center of Hanoi capital. Therefore, this is an ideal rendezvous for people in Hanoi and neighboring provinces to have the opportunity to leave the hustle and bustle of the city and wander to pristine nature on short holidays or weekends. . Walking on the trail around those waterfalls, you will feel like you are going on an exciting trekking trip in a primeval forest with a poetic space and fresh, airy atmosphere. Somewhere you will also see a few wildflowers blooming, a few small squirrels on the rows of green trees. You will also listen to the roaring sound of the waterfall and the chirping of birds. The beautiful scenery will make you more excited, and the long journey will no longer be tiring. Continuing your journey to explore different waterfalls one by one, you will encounter enchanting waterfalls, containing the magical beauty of nature. These waterfalls have beautified the wild space, making it more poetic, sparkling, and charming. That scene not only makes you more excited and eager to explore nature, but also connects you and nature, making you even more connected and familiar. In the early mornings, the scenery around the waterfalls becomes dim and magical, making travelers from far away admire it in amazement. When the sun comes out to give bright yellow rays of sunlight, the water color of the waterfalls has a slight yellow tint, then at sunset it changes to a shimmering pink color. Perhaps the most beautiful time the waterfall is when a colorful rainbow spans across the "silver silk ribbons", illuminating the entire sky. Au Co Waterfall is located in the upper reaches of Tu Son peak at an altitude of about 1300 m above sea level. With this waterfall, travelers from far away will feel like they are admiring a shimmering silver silk strip in the middle of the ocean, like the long, silky hair of a young girl. Tiny sparkling water sprays illuminate a corner of the forest and vague, dreamy images flicker behind the waterfalls. Au Co Love Waterfall flows into Lac Long Quan Lake, next to it there is a giant round stone block, associated with the legend of the eternal love story between Au Co and Lac Long Quan and their 100 children, sharing the forest and the sea. If you have the opportunity to set foot in the royal garden at an altitude of more than 1,000 m in the nine waterfalls of Tu Son, visitors will also have the opportunity to freely admire the charming natural picture, letting their soul be blown away by the wind. At that time, you will surely feel fresh, gentle emotions and feel peaceful even in the middle of the wild mountains and forests. Visitors can also stop, enter small huts to rest, enjoy lunch and take a relaxing nap for a few minutes to get ready for the next journey of discovery. Just like that, it won't be too difficult for you to conquer these 9 beautiful waterfalls of Muong country!

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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Lung Van - The roof of Muong parish

Lung Van is located at the highest peak of Muong Bi. That's why this place is known as "the roof of Muong". Isolated by traffic, perhaps that is why Lung Van retains its pristine beauty from ancient times. Visitors coming here not only have the opportunity to admire the nature of the mountains and forests, but also enjoy the fresh, pleasant space, helping you feel extremely relaxed and comfortable. The road to explore Lung Van, although difficult, always creates a strange attraction for any traveler. Perhaps because of the clouds of sky hovering around the traveler, mixed with the natural scenery of mountains and forests. All create a beautiful, unreal picture. In particular, visitors can go to the highest position in Lung Van to admire the clouds flying in the early morning, when the sun has not yet risen. In the morning in Lung Van, the wind is cool and the sunlight is gentle, white clouds hover around the mountain tops and villages... When the sun appears, its rays penetrate straight through the dense layers of clouds and spill into the valley. The morning dew drops on a winter day settle on the green leaves of the terraced fields like sparkling jade. The white of the clouds, the yellow of the sunlight and the green of thousands of trees blend into one. All create a wonderful poetic picture in the middle of a mountainous region that can only be found in Lung Van. Besides the "cloud hunting" experience, visitors also enjoy other discovery activities such as climbing Co Tien mountain, trekking U Bo hill, enjoying the feeling of bathing in Mo stream or immersing yourself in fresh nature. Not only that, tourists also have the opportunity to participate in community cultural activities, or even experience the daily work of Muong people such as rice planting, rice harvesting, and fruit harvesting. This is also an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural identity and life of the region here. Lung Van is known as the ideal "Rattan Hunting" spot. So which season of the year is best to travel to Lung Van? This is the question of many tourists. Lung Van is known as the "roof of Muong" and is most beautiful from after Tet to April every year because this is the time with the most clouds. The clouds drifted slowly from evening until the next morning. And it's not until noon that you see the clouds completely clear. Moreover, this is also the time when Muong people begin the planting season across the long terraced fields. So according to the experience of many backpackers, traveling to Lung Van Hoa Binh in April is the best time for cloud hunting. Or if you don't need to hunt clouds, choose the golden rice season in Lung Van in August, it will definitely not disappoint you.

Hoa Binh

From January to December

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