"Dinosaur spine" is the name given by backpackers to some famous tourist destinations in the North, which hold a strong attraction for those who love adventure and discovery.
The path along the "dinosaur spine" is often very narrow, just enough for one person to walk. On both sides of the road are deep, bottomless abysses, making anyone shudder when looking down. However, it is this danger and challenge that attracts tourists who love strong experiences.
Conquering the "dinosaur spine" is an arduous but also extremely memorable journey. Overcoming the steep and dangerous roads, visitors will be rewarded by the majestic and magnificent natural scenery. The floating sea of clouds, the rustling green mountains and the high sky will make visitors feel like they are lost in a fairyland.
"Dinosaur spine" is not for the faint-hearted or those lacking courage. However, if you are an adventurous and exploratory person, this is definitely an experience that you cannot miss. Challenge yourself and conquer the "dinosaur spine" roads to fully experience the majestic beauty of Vietnam's nature.
“DINOUS BACK” IN TA XUA, SON LA
Ta Xua is a mountain located on the border between Son La and Yen Bai, where those who love to explore the North often choose as a stopover. From Bac Yen town (Son La), you will travel about 15 km to reach the "dinosaur spine" at the top of Ta Xua. The road to the top of the mountain is quite difficult, requiring a steady driver.
When you reach the top, you will see a small road on the top of the mountain which is more than 2,800 m high. On both sides are steep slopes. The shape of this road resembles the back of a dinosaur. The end of the trail is where visitors can stop and enjoy the vast natural space of mountains, forests and cloudy sky.
Riding the dinosaur's back to hunt clouds in Ta Xua
In the primeval forest, Ta Xua mountain is formed by three peaks like a majestic wonder. The highest peak is 2,850 m high - where the Vietnamese flagpole is currently erected. The second peak still has traces of the old flagpole, a construction built during the French colonial period. The third peak is 2,865 m high, located in the middle, known as the "dinosaur spine", with a long line on the top, like the back of a prehistoric dinosaur.
Sea of clouds swirling on the top of Ta Xua
The back of Ta Xua is precariously perched in the sky, the road on the top of the mountain is only about 1 meter wide with deep abysses on both sides. However, the majestic natural scenery when standing on the top of Ta Xua is truly a worthy reward for the exhausting effort that visitors have put in.
To reach the "dinosaur spine" of Ta Xua, visitors need to go to the center of Bac Yen town. The road to the top of Ta Xua is full of hardships and dangers with steep slopes and rugged hills covered with gravel and rocks. In this journey of discovery, detailed planning, learning about the route and weather are extremely necessary to facilitate cloud hunting as well as moving.
It is not an exaggeration to say that the idyllic scenery on the top of Ta Xua will easily make people fall in love.
The time considered most suitable for cloud hunting in Ta Xua is from November to March of the following year, when the rainy season has passed. During this period, the possibility of successful cloud hunting is very high. In addition, in Winter - Spring, flowers such as apricot blossoms, plum blossoms, rape flowers... on the mountain slopes begin to bloom, creating a beautiful and attractive natural scene.
"DINOUS BACK" IN BINH LIEU, QUANG NINH
In addition to romantic beaches, Quang Ninh also has magnificent mountain ranges. Among them, Binh Lieu is a special place, where the road weaves through high hills. This road is known as "Vietnamese version of the Great Wall". From Binh Lieu town, you only need to travel about 13 km to get here and traveling by motorbike is also quite convenient.
Dinosaur Spine is precariously perched in the sky, the road up the mountain is only about 1 meter wide, just enough for one motorbike wheel to pass.
Binh Lieu, a district located in the mountainous area near the border of Quang Ninh province, is more than 100 km northeast of Ha Long city center. In recent years, Binh Lieu has become an ideal destination for those who want to explore and experience the wild, rich natural landscape and cool climate all year round. In particular, in October and November, the vast fields of reed grass on the "dinosaur spine" of Binh Lieu attract the attention of many tourists.
Many tourists compare this dinosaur's spine to the "Great Wall" of Vietnam.
The Binh Lieu dinosaur spine is located in the Dong Trieu - Mong Cai arc, with landmark 1035 being the border between Vietnam and China. Previously, like the "backbone" of Ta Xua, the "backbone" of Binh Lieu was just a small road with dangerous bends. But now, a part of this road has been concreted, ensuring safety for tourists when visiting.
Standing from the top of the milestones, it's easy to "shrink" Binh Lieu into your sight.
October and November are considered the most ideal time to conquer the "dinosaur spine" of Binh Lieu. You will have the opportunity to walk on the white grass fields, in the context of majestic and wild mountains. Milestone 1035 is a check-in point that is loved by many young people when coming here.
The length, slope and height of Binh Lieu's back all have a majestic beauty amidst the wild mountain and forest picture of Quang Ninh province. Especially when autumn comes and winter comes, the white grass blooms all over the sky, covering the road here, creating an irresistible beauty.
Binh Lieu appears as beautiful as a colorful painting with a harmonious combination of green mountains and hills.
Just reach out and you can hug a whole stretch of white hills.
Coming to Binh Lieu in the last months of the year, in addition to admiring the white reed fields and trekking the majestic "dinosaur spine", visitors can also explore many ideal destinations such as: the ancient village known as "Hoi An ancient town" with many beautiful landscapes; Cao Xiem peak with an altitude of 1,429m, considered the "roof" of Quang Ninh or visit Khe Van waterfall.
"DINOS' BACK" IN MAU SON, LANG SON
Although less mentioned than the two "dinosaur spines" in Ta Xua and Binh Lieu, Mau Son "dinosaur spine" still shines with its simple, gentle beauty in the middle of the Northeast land and sky.
For those unfamiliar with this terrain, it may take a long time. But when you finally arrive, you will enjoy the fresh air and immerse yourself in the poetic natural beauty, with lush green grass and a peaceful village in the middle of the pristine forest.
Mau Son "Dinosaur's Back" is actually a winding trail located on the top of Cha Mountain, in Mau Son Commune, Loc Binh District, Lang Son Province. Along this road are vast sugarcane fields, a green color, that visitors can easily enjoy or take check-in photos on the rocky outcrops along the road.
Mau Son is also associated with the legend of a beautiful love story with a heartbreaking ending.
The time to climb up to the "spine" takes about three hours. The path up to the "spine" is not too difficult but requires the explorer to have good health and endurance. When you reach the "spine", you will face a road about 300 m long, with undulating and winding roads that are quite dangerous. Looking further, you will see large and small mountain ranges, cool green valleys and peaceful villages of local residents.
The best time to explore the "dinosaur spine" of Mau Son is in September and October. In addition, visitors can also visit places such as Phat Chi mountain, Long Dau stream and ancient spiritual relics when coming to Mau Son.
