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Siu Puong Waterfall

Siu Puong Waterfall is one of the famous places when traveling to Kon Tum that is loved by many young people. The waterfall is located halfway across the Van Peo mountain range in the north, in Dak Na commune (Tu Mo Rong district). Coming to Siu Puong waterfall, in addition to admiring the beauty of the vast and rich mountains and forests, you will also hear mysterious and fascinating stories about the waterfall told by local people here or eat special dishes. only here. Siu Puong Waterfall is also known by the familiar name Da Floor Waterfall. This is a very suitable place for backpacking enthusiasts. The waterfall is located about 42 kilometers from Kon Tum city. To get to the waterfall, you just need to go along Provincial Road 672 about 16 kilometers past the intersection of Dak Tram market, then turn left onto Provincial Road 678 about 30 kilometers more to reach the center of Dak Na commune. From the center, continue traveling for about 20 minutes by motorbike and you can reach the waterfall gate. In order for friends near and far to be able to access the waterfall, many villagers in Dak Na commune have cleared trees, built and expanded walking paths to the waterfall. From the foot of the waterfall, you walk about 1,500 meters to reach the top of the mountain. With many lakes and rich vegetation, Siu Puong waterfall is very suitable for tourist activities of discovery and experience. If the road to Dak Ke waterfall is easy and flat, the road to Siu Puong waterfall will be more winding and winding. However, this will be an experience worth trying for those who are passionate about backpacking and self-sufficient travel. On the way, you will admire the vast terraced fields, with a winding stream flowing through the middle of the fields, looking very poetic. Siu Puong Waterfall is a waterfall that is highly valued by indigenous people. Like the Mang Den pine forest, the waterfall is said to be a spiritual place and has a very sacred water source. People use this water source for daily activities and strictly prohibit activities that pollute the water source such as washing at the source. Menstruating women are not allowed to wade through the waterfall's water, even when burying. People who die in the village are not allowed to carry across this water. However, nowadays the customs and taboos at Siu Puong waterfall have gradually disappeared over time. However, for the Xo Dang people living here, the waterfall's water source still has great significance. The waterfall is about 240 meters long, flowing into many different levels from top to bottom. In particular, there are 5 main floors in a zigzag shape, the top floor is about 60 meters high, 2 floors have an average height of about 40 meters and 2 shorter floors have an average height of about 10 meters. Located at an altitude of 1600 meters above sea level and surrounded by old forests, Siu Puong waterfall always has a cool climate and is especially cold in winter. The water of the waterfall is very clear and cool, suitable for you to relax in the hot summer. However, regardless of the season, when you go to the waterfall, remember to bring a jacket to avoid catching a cold due to the cold water emitted from the waterfall. Not inferior to Yaly waterfall, Siu Puong waterfall with its white water color located between four majestic mountains makes anyone who comes here overwhelmed. All create a magnificent but extremely poetic natural scene, Siu Puong waterfall looks like a soft white silk strip standing out against the green background of the mountains and forests. Besides the beautiful natural scenery, when visiting Siu Puong waterfall you will also have the opportunity to participate in the daily activities of indigenous people such as picking wild vegetables and preparing dishes as a living skill. survive when going to the forest. These will be valuable experiences that bring many interesting emotions to your trip. Another impressive thing is that on the journey to discover Siu Puong waterfall, there will be many stops, some empty fields with beautiful streams flowing through. Like Lo Ba waterfall, you can freely camp and rest on these grounds. When camping and resting right next to the waterfall, you will hear the sounds of the vast mountains and forests, of the gurgling stream flowing through the rapids, bringing a strange feeling of peace. In addition, this place also stands out for its waterfall bathing activities. You can wade and soak in the cool water to refresh your spirit. Coming to Siu Puong waterfall, in addition to discovering the beauty of the waterfall, you can also conquer the vast primeval forest and experience the life of the local people here. You can pick wild vegetables yourself, then boil or grill them with stone snails, stream fish, pork belly,... and enjoy right at the waterfall. Many friends who visit also bring grilled chicken, grilled meat, bamboo-tube rice, wild salt and pepper, bamboo-tube grilled meat combined with wild bananas, etc. when coming here. There is nothing happier than enjoying delicious food while admiring the beautiful scenery and breathing fresh air. However, during the process of lighting a campfire or preparing food, you should pay attention to extinguishing the fire thoroughly to avoid unfortunate events such as forest fires. If you have the opportunity to come to Kon Tum, please try it once. Visit Siu Puong waterfall to admire the beauty of this waterfall with your own eyes. This will be an ideal tourist destination for your summer.

Kon Tum

From June to October

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Dak Rang Community Culture - Tourism Village

Dak Rang Community Culture - Tourism Village, an ideal destination for you to experience Gie Trieng culture, explore the nature of the Central Highlands and enjoy moments of peace and relaxation. Community Culture - Tourism Village Dak Rang, located in Dak Rang commune, Ngoc Hoi district, Kon Tum province, is an attractive destination for those who want to explore the uniqueness of Gie Trieng culture and immerse themselves in the wild, majestic nature. With 99% The population is Gie Trieng people, Dak Rang retains all its unique traditional cultural features. Coming here, you will be immersed in a rich cultural space, visit traditional communal houses, learn about brocade weaving, and enjoy typical dishes such as bamboo-tube rice, grilled chicken, and can wine. .. and participate in traditional festivals and rituals such as the new rice celebration, the forest god worship ceremony... The village also has a display house introducing traditional cultural products of 17 ethnic minorities in the area. Ngoc Hoi district, helping visitors better understand the rich cultural and spiritual life of ethnic minorities in the Central Highlands. Dak Rang community tourism village is invested in quite synchronous infrastructure, with electricity systems, clean water, community motels, rest stops, signposts... Visitors can choose to stay at homestay to experience the daily life of the Gie Trieng ethnic people, or participate in nature exploration activities such as trekking, mountain climbing, stream bathing... Come to Dak Rang Culture - Tourism Village, Kon Tum , you will experience the indigenous life of the Gie - Trieng people, immersing yourself in a unique traditional cultural space. Try sleeping one night in a typical stilt house, feel the warmth of an open fire and listen to thrilling stories told by village elders. Early in the morning, wake up to the sound of roosters crowing and join the people in the fields to work, learning how to grow crops and raise livestock in the traditional way. In the afternoon, you can participate in community activities such as brocade weaving, pottery making, knitting... and learn about the unique art of gongs. In the evening, gather around the fire, enjoy specialties such as bamboo-tube rice, grilled chicken, wine... and immerse yourself in traditional music and dance performances, and cultural exchanges with the people. . Let's start by visiting the Rong house, a community center, with unique architecture and sophisticated patterns. Next, you can visit the exhibition house, where artifacts and images introduce the history and culture of the Gie - Trieng people. Don't miss the opportunity to admire colorful traditional costumes, solemnly displayed gongs and learn about exquisite brocade weaving. You can also participate in cultural activities such as gong rituals, a unique cultural feature of the Gie - Trieng people, recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, learn how to Weaving, weaving or pottery with local people. In the evening, gathering around the fire, sipping a warm glass of wine and listening to the legendary stories of the Gie - Trieng people will be a memorable experience. From Dak Rang Culture - Tourism Village, you can start your trekking journey to explore the majestic natural landscape of Kon Tum land. Following the trails weaving through the jungle, you will immerse yourself in pristine nature, breathe fresh air and listen to the sounds of the mountains and forests. Along the way, you will encounter gurgling streams, white waterfalls pouring down from cliffs, towering ancient trees and lush green vegetation. Don't forget to bring a camera to capture beautiful moments of nature. If you are lucky, you may encounter wild animals such as monkeys, squirrels, birds... Observe them from a distance and do not disturb their habitat. Trekking in this area is not only a fitness activity but also an opportunity for you to explore the hidden beauty of the Central Highlands mountains and forests and enjoy moments of relaxation and immersion in nature.

Kon Tum

From December to May

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Pa Sy Waterfall

Pa Sy Waterfall is a prominent landmark in the romantic Mang Den land, associated with the legend "Seven lakes, three waterfalls" a story of the Mo Nam ethnic people, when in the past, violating heaven's prohibition, all 7 villages were punished. sink into a sea of flames. Later it turned into 7 lakes and 3 waterfalls. Among the three majestic waterfalls, Pa Sy waterfall is the largest waterfall in the region. The name Pa Sy was born due to a deviation from the original name of the Pau Suh people, meaning "three streams gathered together". With two distinct seasons: the rainy season and the dry season, you should choose the appropriate time to visit the waterfall. According to experience traveling to Pa Sy waterfall, the dry season around October to April of the following year is the ideal time. ideal to visit the majestic waterfall. At this time, the dry weather is favorable for traveling, participating in outdoor activities and participating in festivals. This is also the season when ripe rice blooms and turns golden in all corners of the road near the waterfall. Coming to the waterfall in the dry season, you will admire the majesty of the waterfall. At this time, the clear blue water creates a truly lyrical scene. In the dry and hot dry season, coming to the waterfall area will cool you down, giving you a very pleasant feeling. Pa Sy Waterfall is located in the Pa Sy Waterfall cultural eco-tourism area, located in Mang Canh commune, Kon Plong district, Kon Tum province. With a total area of up to 25 hectares, the tourist area stands out with the green of nature, like a giant garden of Eden. To get to the waterfall, you can choose a bus or plane to travel. If you feel suffocated with current life and want to find a peaceful place to relax, gather with friends, relatives and have fun to recharge new energy, then Pa Sy waterfall eco-tourism area would be a reasonable choice. It only costs you less than 100,000 VND/person to have fun here. Pa Sy waterfall in Kon Tum is famous for its water flowing from a height of more than 1,500m with white foam, both majestic beauty and poetic and rustic features. The turquoise waterfall and lake are surrounded by majestic primeval mountains and forests, creating a fresh water picture like a fairyland. On hot summer days, the cool waterfall will help relieve the heat, wash the soul, and help visitors enjoy the most relaxing and comfortable feeling. In the lush natural scenery, dotted by a white waterfall like a silk strip across the sky, coming here you will take many beautiful photos. Let's make memories with friends and relatives at this fairyland. In addition, visitors can also participate in the special festivals of the Ro Mam people held annually such as the Rice Sowing Festival, new rice celebration, the buffalo barn worshiping festival, burial customs,... So Be sure to find out the festival time before arriving. Coming to the tourist area, you will not only admire the beautiful scenery at the waterfall, but this is also an opportunity for you to enjoy delicious Central Highlands specialties. It's great to rent a tent with friends to hold an outdoor BBQ party, enjoy coffee and watch the mountains and hills, amidst the majestic landscape, with a few scattered roofs and stilt houses appearing under the garden. Coming to the Pa Sy waterfall cultural eco-tourism area, visitors also have the opportunity to admire 100 wooden statues, vividly showing the daily lives of people here, and is also an opportunity for you to understand more about national culture. A few notes below will help make your visit to Pa Sy waterfall more complete. Plan your trip early to have the most complete arrangements and preparations. To be proactive in transportation, motorbikes are the preferred means of choice. You can easily rent motorbikes in the Mang Den or Kon Tum area for 120,000 VND/day. Experience renting a house in the form of a homestay, to enjoy a poetic space, and learn more about the lives of the people here. Combine tourism at locations near Pa Sy waterfall such as Dambri lake, Khanh Lam pagoda,...

Kon Tum

October to April

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Indochina Junction

The place of the Indochina junction on the majestic Truong Son range has always been in the memories of soldiers and young volunteers on their way to the Southern battlefield, battlefield C (Laos), battlefield K (Cambodia) over the years. Unforgettable war. This is the land known as the rooster crowing that all three countries hear together. Now this land is becoming one of the attractive tourist destinations for domestic and foreign tourists. Places where places have gone down in history such as the Indochina junction (where Truong Son West road meets Truong Son East road during the resistance war), historical relics of the victory of Dak To - Tan Canh in April 1972; The border marker was jointly built by the three brother countries Vietnam - Laos - Cambodia on a mountain top 1,000m above sea level, about 30km from Playku town. This milestone was constructed by Kon Tum province in December 2007 under the supervision of experts from three countries sharing a common border. Representatives of the three countries' Ministries of Foreign Affairs held a solemn inauguration ceremony on January 18, 2008. The special milestone weighs 900 kg, is made of triangular cylindrical marble, is 2 meters high, and on each side of the milestone facing each country is attached the national emblem, the year the milestone was installed and the country's name in red letters of the government. that country. This is the second milestone marking all three countries to be placed on Vietnamese soil. The first milestone is the unified construction of the three countries Vietnam - Laos - China in A Pa Chai (Dien Bien).

Kon Tum

From January to December

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Ngoc Linh Mountain

Stretching across the four provinces of Kon Tum, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai and Gia Lai, Ngoc Linh Mountain, also known as Ngoc Linh Lien Son, is one of the highest and most massive mountain blocks in the Truong Son range next to its brothers. such as Ngoc Phan Mountain, Muong Hoong Peak, Ngoc Lum Heo or Ngoc Bon Son. The stopping place is covered by a layer of magical white clouds with the legendary Dak Bla River running across, making everyone watching from a distance unable to help but be captivated by the majestic natural beauty. As a sacred mountain located in a sacred land of convergence, Ngoc Linh attracts millions of visits every year, of which the most prominent is certainly the adventurous conquering of skyscraper peaks. Although Kon Tum's climate is cool all year round, in general the best time to check-in to Ngoc Linh Mountain is from December to March of the following year, when the weather is fresh, airy, sunny and extremely sunny. rain. Because the trekking route is particularly steep and dangerous, this is a prerequisite with an experienced guide and professional climbing support tools to start the journey to discover Ngoc Linh Lien Son. You can visit in the last two months of the year, December and November, to watch wild sunflowers bloom brightly during the trip or enjoy the scenery of rubber forests in the changing season of leaves in January, coffee hills with small flowers. Tiny, pure white brightens up the entire sky in March. All of them promise to bring you memorable travel moments. Ngoc Linh Lien Son block is located adjacent to Quang Nam and Kon Tum, so in general, travelers starting from Saigon who want to go to this place can stop at one of the two provinces mentioned above with a variety of means of transport such as Plane, bus, limousine... Normally, a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum will cost from 200,000 VND to 300,000 VND/one-way route, however the journey takes quite a long time (nearly 14 hours). You can consider booking a limousine ticket from Phong Phu, Tan Anh or Truong Giang with the expected cost of about 400,000 VND to 600,000 VND/one-way trip if you want a comfortable and convenient long-distance travel experience. most suspicious. This is also a type that is very popular with friends near and far when they have the opportunity to travel to Kon Tum. After arriving at these two provinces, the traveling association just needs to take a taxi or rent a car or motorbike to get to Ngoc Linh Mountain. For you to stop in Kon Tum, here is the easiest and most popular backpacking route to the mountain that you can refer to: From the center of the mountain town, people follow National Highway 14 to DT672 road. belongs to Tu Mo Rong district. After going towards DT673 about 34km, you will be greeted by Ngoc Linh Nature Reserve - where Ngoc Linh Lien Son is located. Although the whole journey may take about 2 hours to travel, in return you will have many opportunities to admire and explore impressive scenery. Among the interesting activities here such as visiting Chu Mom Ray National Park, exploring Mang Den Pine Forest, perhaps conquering Ngoc Linh Mountain is an extremely attractive experience when having the opportunity to visit the land of Kon Tum. this spirit. With a height of more than 2,500 meters above sea level, to climb the mountain you must first start from small, winding roads that are difficult to get to the cliffs and extremely dangerous cliffs. Next is to cross the streams of water flowing through the rocks creating a gurgling sound imbued with the majestic nature and cross the primeval forests stretching for kilometers with a variety of rare and hard-to-find creatures. With every step you take to explore, the wild landscape that appears here will make you curious and excited. The most memorable is definitely the feeling of walking through the walls of leaves that seem to be silently covering and protecting this sacred mountain while opening the way upward. The air is cool at first, then gets colder and colder, showing that the traveler is getting closer to the clouds floating on Ngoc Linh peak - the place where many mysteries are hidden. It is the rugged roads, dangerous green forests and countless fast-flowing streams that create a welcome challenge for adventure enthusiasts when setting foot on this mountain.

Kon Tum

From January to December

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Chu Mom Ray National Park

Coming to Kon Tum, don't forget to visit Chu Mom Ray National Park where there is a rare and diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna. This place is probably one of the interesting places to visit that helps visitors have experiences close to nature. At the same time, you can also explore the beautiful scenes of "mother nature" and learn more about the extremely diverse ecosystem here. Not only that, visitors can also learn about the cultural identity and cuisine of the indigenous people of this great Central Highlands region. Chu Mom Ray National Park is located in the North of the Central Highlands in Kon Tum Province. This is considered a transnational biological reserve because it borders both Laos and Cambodia. The West borders Virachey National Park of Cambodia and the Northwest borders the Southeast Ghong Conservation Area of Laos, which is the touch point of three countries, so many people call it a transnational conservation area. The area of this entire area is estimated to be up to 700,000 hectares with a diverse biological system, so it is of special importance to the biological conservation of Indochina in general and Southeast Asia in particular. With a rich and diverse biological system, in 2004 Chu Mom Ray National Park was recognized as an ASEAN heritage by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. From May to November, this time it rains often, the roads are slippery and difficult to move. On the contrary, in the dry season, the weather is cool and the roads are easy to travel, especially in February and March, when wildflowers bloom on extremely beautiful roads. On this occasion, there are also many festivals of indigenous people taking place, so perhaps coming on this occasion you will have the most complete journey possible. Chu Mom Ray National Park not only has an extremely diverse ecological system, vast mountains and forests, interspersed with numerous systems of rivers, streams, and waterfalls. Perhaps that is why more and more people come to visit, explore, immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the mountain atmosphere. Ja Book Valley is located deep in the "old forest" and has an area of up to 16,000 hectares. Previously, this place was a vast green grassland, a place where many species came to find food and shelter such as Indochinese Tiger, Gaur, Wild Buffalo, Wild Boar,... but now there are only about 6 hectares of grassland, the rest is heavily invaded by a type of thorn bush. Compared to before, the number of animals residing here has decreased significantly. Visiting here, visitors can see wild animals such as wild boar, wild buffalo... coming in search of food and water. Chu Mom Ray National Park includes many types of terrain, hills, valleys,... so there are many interlaced systems of streams, thus creating conditions for the formation of magnificent waterfalls. The 7-storey waterfall is a famous landmark located within the Chu Mom Ray National Park campus. The flow from the top of the waterfall, dozens of meters high, flows down step by step, creating an extremely impressive and eye-catching scene for onlookers. The lush green mountain scenery mixed with the rolling waterfall seems to create a masterpiece of nature, an extremely vivid mountain and water painting. Chu Mom Ray National Park is home to a number of ethnic minorities such as: Ro Mam, Ba Goc, Bo Rau, H Lang, Gia Rai, Ko Dong,... including the Bo Rau ethnic group. the smallest ethnic group among the 54 ethnic groups. Visiting villages of ethnic minorities, people also have the opportunity to experience and learn more about the unique culture of the indigenous people. In addition, you can also enjoy specialties made by indigenous people, and rest in communal houses or public houses of the people here. If you have the opportunity for a long trip, choose a suitable itinerary to visit Chu Mom Ray National Park and visit many places in Kon Tum. Some suggested places for tourists to refer to include: Yaly Waterfall, Ho Chi Minh Trail, Bo Y international border gate, Kon Klor Communal House, T'Nung Lake,...

Kon Tum

February to March

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Main wooden church

Kon Tum Cathedral wooden church - a treasure located in the middle of the vast mountains and forests of the Central Highlands, is a very unique religious architectural work that is up to centuries old, and is the pride of Kon Tum people for generations. . The church is located on Nguyen Hue street, Kon Tum city, Kon Tum province, built in 1913, completed in 1918 and still exists today. Kon Tum Cathedral was designed and initiated by a French priest. The church's architecture is designed in harmony between Roman architecture and the wooden stilt houses of the Ba Na people. A unique combination of Western culture and online culture imbued with the national identity of the Central Highlands region. The materials used to build the church are also very special, not made of stone like Phat Diem stone church (Ninh Binh), nor made of bricks or reinforced concrete like other churches, but completely made of the best wood. at the time. Ca chit (red bamboo) - a typical wood of the Central Highlands used mainly in the construction of churches. Through the skillful hands of artisans from Binh Dinh, Quang Nam, Quang Ngai... the project was erected, the wooden panels were glued together with tenons without using nails. The church is the only remaining Basilica-style wooden masterpiece in the world. The entire church is a closed building with a harmonious layout including: synagogue, reception house, exhibition house, communal house, orphanage, carpentry facility, sewing facility, and brocade weaving facility. The church is always open for visitors to visit every day. In the campus there is a statue of Bishop Martial Jannin Phuoc - the first Bishop in Kon Tum. This is a French bishop who made great contributions to evangelization and the establishment of the Apostolic Diocese of Kon Tum. Outside, the main face of the church is 24m high, divided into four floors, the higher it gets, the smaller it becomes. The second floor has glass frames forming circular windows, creating a brilliant look for the church. At the top is a wooden cross showing the majesty of the cathedral. Entering the cathedral, you will feel admiration for the people who built this masterpiece. The rows of columns are connected together by arcs to form a dome shape, opening up a wide, high and airy space. The glossy black wooden pillars are decorated with many unique motifs, imbued with the cultural identity of the sunny and windy highlands, bringing a very close feeling. On the second floor of the cathedral, there is a traditional room that stores artifacts, autographs, and documents recounting the history of the missionary process in Kon Tum from the second half of the 19th century and the development of religion to this day. You can come to explore this unique church at any time of the year. If you come during the pea flower blooming season, you will see the pink mixed with white colors of the long flower paths. If you come during Christmas, you will be immersed in the bustling atmosphere when thousands of parishioners from all over the region gather here to celebrate and pray. During the holidays, small markets also take place, selling handicraft products made by people from the villages. If you go to church on normal days, don't be sad, you will feel the peace and quietness that has something very unique, making your soul more relaxed after the chaos of life out there. After centuries, the church still stands proudly despite the storms and rain, like the indomitable spirit of the people of the Central Highlands. This is definitely an attractive tourist destination that you cannot miss when coming to Kon Tum.

Kon Tum

From January to December

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Mang Den Pine Forest

Mang Den pine forest located in the town of the same name, Kon Plong district is one of the famous natural tourist destinations throughout the world. With an area of up to 140,000 hectares, this eco-tourism area is located about 54km from Kon Tum City center, equivalent to 2 hours of travel. The forest is located at an altitude of 1200 meters above sea level, so the climate here is cool and pleasant all year round, extremely suitable for exploration and relaxation trips. Every year this place and its peaceful scenery attract millions of visitors besides other stops in the Central Highlands such as Chu Hreng Mountain, Dak Bla River, Dak Ke Waterfall, Charlie Hill (Sac Ly Hill). ... The first impression when visiting the Mang Den pine forest is the vast green natural scenery covered by a shimmering, fanciful mist and wind here. For a clearer experience, you can completely cross the winding paths while enjoying the fresh air, the smell of pine resin and fragrant flowers while admiring the beauty of this natural forest. Coming to admire the sunrise or sunset of the mountain town, the space of Mang Den pine forest tinged with the magical colors of heaven and earth makes the weathered beauty of this place even more unique and lively. There's nothing better than waking up early in the morning in a far away place to look for the sun peeking out from behind the towering trees, and in the evening enjoying the "red island" gradually disappearing behind the horizon. Especially stopping at Mang Den pine forest Check-in Kon Tum, you also have the opportunity to visit 7 lakes and three waterfalls with clear flows, white foam all day and night, this place is extremely majestic and beautiful. . Thanks to such natural wonders, Mang Den pine forest has fresh, cool air all year round and is known as Da Lat or Tam Dao of this land. In addition, the experience of exploring the villages and customs and traditions imbued with the culture of each ethnic minority living in the Central Highlands will certainly attract you from the first visit. Bringing you a special, unforgettable experience here.

Kon Tum

From January to December

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