15:13, 26/06/2024
Located in the northernmost province of Ha Giang, the Dong Van Karst Plateau Global Geopark is a celebrated destination that beckons adventurers from far and wide.
Approximately 300 kilometers from Hanoi, the plateau offers a challenging journey for backpackers with its sharp, winding turns and perilous passes that extend up to 20 kilometers.
The landscape is dotted with houses built on the rugged terrain, surrounded by majestic forests and mountains. The stark gray of the rocky plateau contrasts beautifully with the bright green hues of the corn and paddy fields, symbolizing the resilience of the local people.
Visitors to the Dong Van rocky plateau are treated to a blend of wild and majestic scenery that inspires all who traverse this remarkable land, promising an unforgettable experience.
![Tourists experience the thrilling passes of the plateau](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-e48eb9c29d65473bac3134b9f1d47adf-1592_20240626150706.jpg) |
Tourists experience the thrilling passes of the plateau |
![Groups often pause during their journey to capture the stunning natural surroundings](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-938e896d50b14215a8cdb3e9d3f796cb-1578_20240626150729.jpg) |
Groups often pause during their journey to capture the stunning natural surroundings |
![An ethnic child at work on the plateau](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-524df72d58fb4a44864d786ed8b6eb41-1581_20240626150803.jpg) |
An ethnic child at work on the plateau |
![Traditional houses spotted across the plateau’s landscape](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-e76cad09dca84928963e76ef1e0655f4-1579_20240626150824.jpg) |
Traditional houses spotted across the plateau’s landscape |
![The Hmong ethnic group cultivates rice, corn, and other crops on the rocky terrain](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-e7db53f56ba542009d4784338967705f-1580_20240626150847.jpg) |
The Hmong ethnic group cultivates rice, corn, and other crops on the rocky terrain |
![Corn stalks rise from the rocky ground](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-c9131699ad35485eba5c71ba509fdb0f-1582_20240626150907.jpg) |
Corn stalks rise from the rocky ground |
![Locally built houses cling to the rugged mountain sides](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-a57bde59cc4c4ccea2f6e2e0977e311d-1584_20240626150928.jpg) |
Locally built houses cling to the rugged mountain sides |
![Narrow, precarious roads snake through sparsely populated areas](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-0456d0b1780340e3977a30799dc7cb0c-1583_20240626150950.jpg) |
Narrow, precarious roads snake through sparsely populated areas |
![Homes perch precariously on steep slopes, showcasing unique architectural adaptation](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-ab81853eab574a1cb0f2deab29292c94-1585_20240626151011.jpg) |
Homes perch precariously on steep slopes, showcasing unique architectural adaptation |
![A panoramic view of a valley adorned with terraced fields](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-ab222e511bd24dff9d87f2082f74dec8-1587_20240626151029.jpg) |
A panoramic view of a valley adorned with terraced fields |
![Tourists celebrate reaching the summit of Ma Pi Leng Pass](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-2a70771a399d42e5817b807bfc1990c9-1586_20240626151048.jpg) |
Tourists celebrate reaching the summit of Ma Pi Leng Pass |
![The famous Nho Que River seen from the peak provides a spectacular vista](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-085222b6e953495e9c31cd7cb6875bec-1588_20240626151107.jpg) |
The famous Nho Que River seen from the peak provides a spectacular vista |
![The challenging path that leads adventurers to the river](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-db356ba0219a4ca28596e3fa522dcf86-1590_20240626151127.jpg) |
The challenging path that leads adventurers to the river |
![A serene boat ride on the Nho Que River offers a different perspective of the plateau](https://baohagiang.vn/file/4028eaa4679b32c401679c0c74382a7e/062024/the-rugged-beauty-of-dong-van-karst-plateau-ffdc89bbb6664b2db7ca853645776dd0-1589_20240626151148.jpg) |
A serene boat ride on the Nho Que River offers a different perspective of the plateau |
Saigon Times
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