Pu Luong is located in Thanh Hoa province, bordering Hoa Binh, is an ideal destination for those who want to find a peaceful place away from the dust and noise of the city. Located in a national nature reserve, Pu Luong still retains its inherent wild and rustic beauty.
Pu Luong is located in Thanh Hoa province, bordering Hoa Binh.
Splendid ripe rice season in Pu Luong
For those who love nature, Pu Luong in the ripe rice season is truly a destination not to be missed. Compared to Mu Cang Chai, Dien Bien or Ha Giang, Pu Luong possesses a unique and equally impressive beauty. The softly curving terraced fields, the rustic stilt houses of ethnic people, all create a unique picture of harmony between nature and people.
With the nature of freelance work, Le Thanh Hien (a freelancer in the field of Marketing) can easily manage her time and freely schedule to explore new lands. Having the opportunity to visit Pu Luong in the ripe rice season, Thanh Hien shared: "If lands like Sapa, Mu Cang Chai or Ha Giang have majestic terraced fields, Pu Luong has the gentle, tender beauty of the low mountains in the West of Thanh Hoa. You can stand far away and look at the golden ripe rice fields nestled in the mountains of the Nature Reserve."
For those who love nature, Pu Luong in the ripe rice season is truly a destination not to be missed.
The softly winding terraced fields
Golden rice fields nestle into the mountains of the Nature Reserve
Coming to Pu Luong in the ripe rice season, visitors can enjoy the fresh, cool air, breathe in the fragrant scent of rice and admire the picturesque scenery. The most beautiful moments to see ripe rice in Pu Luong are at dawn and dusk. When the first rays of sunlight penetrate the thin mist covering the golden rice fields, creating a splendid and magical scene. Or when the sunset dyes the sky red, the rice fields shimmer in brilliant yellow, giving visitors a strangely romantic and peaceful feeling.
The golden color of ripe rice in Pu Luong is not only a source of inspiration for travel enthusiasts but also a source of pride for the local people. Because it is the result of their sweat, effort, and care. The image of farmers diligently harvesting rice by hand and children following their mothers to the fields to harvest rice appears so simple yet beautiful, making anyone who witnesses it "fascinated".
Breathe in the fragrant scent of rice
Enjoy the picturesque view
The golden color of ripe rice in Pu Luong becomes a source of inspiration for travel enthusiasts.
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2 days 1 night "conquering" Pu Luong
Escaping the sweltering heat of Hanoi, Thanh Hien went to Pu Luong to enjoy the fresh air and discover peaceful experiences. Although the two days here were short, they brought her unforgettable memories.
Instead of wandering around to explore faraway places, Thanh Hien spends time experiencing activities right at her accommodation. Together with the locals, she makes sticky rice, weaves coconut leaf hats or tries her hand at crossbow shooting - activities that seem simple but contain many interesting things. Through that, she understands more about the culture and life of the people here, and also appreciates the handmade products made with all her heart.
Making sticky rice
In addition, the Gen Z girl also spends time trekking through green terraced fields, winding through peaceful village roads. The moments of relaxation, reading books and enjoying the fresh air of the Pu Luong mountains and forests help her dispel all worries and recharge her energy for life.
A special experience not to be missed is the Doan market held every Thursday and Sunday. Bustling but not crowded, vibrant but still retaining its rustic and simple features, the market appears like a vivid picture of the culture and life of the local people. Walking around the market, Thanh Hien enjoyed the specialties, found unique souvenirs and chatted with friendly vendors.
Experience weaving coconut leaf hats
Crossbow shooting activities
Pocket the ideal time to travel to Pu Luong
To have a smooth and memorable trip to Pu Luong, visitors should note the following ideal times:
Late May - Early June: At this time, the terraced fields in Pu Luong are covered in the cool green color of young rice. This is the right time to immerse yourself in nature, enjoy the fresh air and capture beautiful photos.
Visitors can come to Pu Luong in any season of the year.
September or October: This is the season of golden ripe rice, giving Pu Luong a brilliant and prosperous beauty. You will admire the golden rice fields stretching like an extremely impressive carpet.
In addition, you can come to Pu Luong at any time of the year. Thanks to its special location, Pu Luong has a temperate climate with fresh and cool air. Each season brings Pu Luong a distinct beauty, from the lush green of Spring, the golden yellow of Autumn to the majestic scenery of Winter.
Pu Luong has a temperate climate with fresh and cool air.
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