(SGTT) – Kon Tu Rang terraced fields (Mang Canh, Kon Plong, Kon Tum) is one of the fields with scenery and quiet space. Although not as "immense" and outstanding as the terraced fields in Yen Bai or Ha Giang, Kon Tu Rang also has its own beauty, expressing a part of the culture of mountain people among the countless landscapes of Kon Tum.
(SGTT) – Kon Tu Rang terraced fields (Mang Canh, Kon Plong, Kon Tum) is one of the fields with scenery and quiet space. Although not as "immense" and outstanding as the terraced fields in Yen Bai or Ha Giang, Kon Tu Rang also has its own beauty, expressing a part of the culture of mountain people among the countless landscapes of Kon Tum.
Kon Tu Rang terraced fields are located about 10km from the center of Mang Den town. To get there, you can ride a motorbike or car. You go in the direction of the 37-household area to Kon Tu Rang village. Then continue through that village to the end of the road, you will see a ranger's house at the junction. You can park your vehicle there, to continue walking down a slope for about 10 minutes to reach Kon Tu Rang terraced fields.
Kon Tu Rang village is located near the "37 households" area of Mang Den town, where there are many agricultural projects and many famous tourist attractions. Photo: Thai Tai
Unlike many other fields, terraced fields in Kon Tu Rang do not have villages on them but are located separately in a valley right at the foot of pristine Ngoc Le mountain. One side of the field is surrounded by the Dak S'Nghe river flowing through, right on the left bank of the river is the hill where residents of Kon Tu Rang village have lived for many generations.
Kon Tu Rang terraced fields stretch out, layered upon layers. If you go during the ripe rice season and stand high up looking down, the entire field will probably be a carpet of colors of green rice mixed with ripe yellow rice. Photo: Thai Tai
Since ancient times, ethnic minorities in many localities in Kon Plong district have cleared mountain slopes and hillsides for production, forming terraced fields layered according to the terrain, creating a unique look. very unique beauty. Photo: Thai Tai
The best time to visit Kon Tu Rang terraced fields is in June and July. This is the time when the rice fields here begin to ripen and turn yellow. This will also be the golden time for you to come here to hunt for beautiful photos. Besides, if you have time, from the terraced fields you can trek to Ngoc Le peak to have a more memorable experience for your Mang Den expedition.
To get to the field, people and tourists have to cross a suspension bridge. A complex of rice warehouses was built right in the empty land at the end of the suspension bridge. This is where rice is stored for people to gradually eat and breed for themselves. next season. The strange thing is that all the granaries of the Xo Dang people, also known as the Mo Nam people, are built far away from the village, are made from simple materials, have no guards, no one protects them, but this has never happened. theft situation. Each house's warehouse is for its own use, absolutely do not violate other people's grain. The granary became a symbol of prosperity and solidarity of the whole village.
For the Xo Dang people, food is an important asset. Previously, their houses were made mainly from wood, bamboo and thatched grass. They are very flammable, so they fear that in case of an unfortunate house fire, their food will also be lost, so they store rice in rice warehouses. Photo: Thai Tai
To get to the field, residents and tourists have to cross a suspension bridge. Photo: Thai Tai
Mr. A Dieu, Secretary of the village party cell in Kon Tu Rang, shared with Gia Lai electronic newspaper that since ancient times, villagers loved and respected each other, so there was no situation of villagers stealing rice from warehouses. But if someone steals property, depending on the amount stolen, the village elders may fine them paying for chickens, pigs, buffaloes, cows or worse, being kicked out of the village.
Mr. A Hoan, Secretary of the Party Committee of Mang Canh Commune, shared on Gia Lai Electronic Newspaper, in recent years, when the rice in Kon Tu Rang ripened, many tourists heard the news and flocked to visit and take photos. Souvenir photos. Thanks to that, the homestays and tourist attractions around the village are also more crowded. Photo: Thai Tai
If you have the opportunity to visit Kon Tum, the terraced fields of Kon Tu Rang village will be a destination worth considering in your exploration journey. Photo: Thai Tai
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: 30/11/2023
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