MOC CHAU – NORTHERN VIETNAM
IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE HEART OF TEA PLANTATIONS AND MINORITY ETHNIC GROUPS
Moc
Chau is the widest plateau in the mountainous region of Northern Vietnam. This
place attracts visitors with its villages, beautiful flowers, tea plantations
and fresh air.
What to visit in Moc Chau?
Dai
Yem Waterfall
The
Dai Yem waterfall is also known as the Lady Waterfall (Thac Nang) or Ban Vat
Waterfall. It is ideal to visit it from April to October when the flow is
powerful and impressive, while being embellished by the dazzling white foam.
Pha
Luong Summit
The
summit of Pha Luong is located near the border between Vietnam and Laos,
reaching an altitude of nearly 2000 meters. You will have to walk at least four
hours to conquer this summit. As you reach the peak, you can stand on huge
boulders stacking against each other to see the clouds, forest and villages of
both countries.
Heart
shaped tea hills
Moc Chau offers several tea hills that have the shape of hearts when viewed from
above. All the photos taken there will be well captured in a green and romantic
way. These tea hills are often considered to be the most beautiful in the
country. On site, the locals will be able to show you different stages of tea
growing and making, and you will have the opportunity to share one with them
during a moment full of emotions.
Ang
Village
Located
in the heart of the city of Moc Chau, the Ang village, which extends over 60
hectares of greenery, is intended for camping, accommodation with minorities in
Northern vietnam or pure relaxation. In addition, if you have the chance to
spend the Independence Day there, this village will have more to offer than the
pine forest because it is selected to organize many cultural activities such as
the "Het Cha" festival, cooking festival or brocade exhibition.
Ngu
Dong Ban On (the five caves of the village)
Particularly suitable for trekking fans, Ngu Dong Ban On brings together five caves that symbolize the five basic elements of oriental culture (Metal-Wood-Water-Fire-Terrestrial). Another merit of this attraction is that, on your way, you will be able to discover directly the life of the Thai minority in the most authentic way possible.
Ngu Dong Ban On Caves in Moc Chau
Happy
Land
Recently
popular with residents and tourists alike, the newly built Happy Land farm will
add even more pleasure to your trip, as its name suggests. In Happy Land, you
can see the flowers all year round and participate in many activities.
What to eat at Moc Chau?
Moc
Chau is famous for being the region of cherry blossoms, white rape, plum tree.
There is yet another jewel hidden in Moc Chau: the dishes.
Milk
Moc
Chau's fresh milk is creamy and nutritious. Starting a day with a cup of warm
milk in the cool morning is an undeniably beneficial sensation.
Five-colour
sticky rice
The
inhabitants of Dao add five colours to the rice mixed with a range of plant leaves,
creating an irresistible dish for the inhabitants but also for tourists
travelling to Northern vietnam.
Vegetable
Cai meo
The
taste is a little bitter at first but it will soon pass, leaving a sweetness in
the mouth. Although Moc Chau's Cai meo can be used for fondue, its favourite
style is easy boiling, then served with a bowl of soy sauce or fish sauce.
Buffalo
meat
Moc
Chau's speciality, thit trau gac bep, originating from the Thai minority, is
never lacking in Moc Chau's major events such as the New Year or weddings.
Grilled
stream fish
Grilled
fish is tasty, served with a spicy fish sauce or chili sauce. It is strongly
recommended to eat fish grilled with sticky rice, which will surely amaze the
dinner.
Veal
meat
The
veal is sautéed in hot oil in the pan, giving off an irresistible taste that
appeals to all passers-by.
Fishing
At
the end of May, the Moc Chau fishery is sold by street vendors along National
Road 6. This fruit gives a pleasant sensation of sweetness and a slight sour
taste, a refreshing taste with every bite.
Some tips during your stay at Moc Chau
Flower
calendar of Moc Chau
January
- February: Plum blossom
February:
Peach flower
March:
Orchid flower
October
- November: Mexican sunflower
October:
Buckwheat flower
November
- December: White rape
December
- January: Yellow rape
Choose
your period carefully to organize your trip to Northern Vietnam.