The mountainous provinces in the North of our country always have an attraction for tourists both domestic and foreign. Not only majestic mountains, it is also home to many ethnic minorities with unique cultural features. If you have a trip to the Northern mountainous region, you must definitely visit Pho Bang town .
Where is Pho Bang town?
Pho Bang town is located in the west of Dong Van district, Ha Giang province in the Northeast region of our country. The residents living in Pho Bang town are mainly Mong and Hoa ethnic groups. The economic and administrative center of Dong Van district used to be Pho Bang town, but since moving to Dong Van town, Pho Bang has taken on a new coat of color.
A peaceful countryside.@mia.vn
No longer as vibrant and bustling as before, Pho Bang town today has a peaceful beauty. The climate in this town is also extremely fresh. The ancient houses located among the vast hills of the Northeast make anyone who has ever set foot in Pho Bang town feel nostalgic.
Ideal time to travel to Pho Bang town
Tourists can visit Pho Bang town at many times of the year. Each season in Pho Bang has its own beauty. The first months of the year are the time when Pho Bang town is filled with colorful flowers. Traveling to Pho Bang from August to October is when the terraced fields turn golden yellow. And from October to November is the season of buckwheat flower fields.
Besides, tourists can also choose to visit Pho Bang town during festivals. There are many unique festivals here such as: Gau Tao festival of Mong people, Long Tong festival of Tay people, Cap Sac festival of Red Dao people… One thing to note is that from December to February of the following year is the rainy season in Ha Giang, you need to avoid or pay attention when traveling to Pho Bang town .
Yellow mustard flower season in Pho Bang town.@caonguyendafood.com
How to get to Pho Bang town
Currently, Ha Giang province still does not have an airport, so to get to Pho Bang town from the Central and Southern provinces, you should book a flight to Hanoi from Ho Chi Minh City or Da Nang City.
A corner of Pho Bang town.@mia.vn
After arriving in Hanoi, you can use Traveloka’s airport shuttle service to get to your accommodation, regain your strength and prepare for your journey to explore Pho Bang town . There are many bus routes operating on the route from Hanoi to Ha Giang city.
Once you reach Ha Giang city, you are only about 110km from Pho Bang. From here, follow National Highway 4C and turn left to reach Pho Bang town.
What is attractive about tourism in Pho Bang town?
Walking around Pho Bang town
Walking along the main roads in Pho Bang town, you will come across ancient houses stained with time with simple earthen walls and yin-yang tiled roofs. Pho Bang people are also extremely friendly, you will easily see children playing in the yard. Old people sit chewing betel or women weaving in front of their houses. Don’t forget to ask to take a photo with them as a souvenir!
Pho Bang people’s house.@mia.vn
Looking far away, visitors will see rolling hills hidden in the clouds of Pho Bang. Walking around this town, you will have a feeling of lightness and relaxation in your soul, far from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Go to the Back Market with the locals
The Back Market will take place every 6 days, because there are 7 days in a week, so the next market will be one day later than the previous week. The Back Market will start at dawn, people will bring what they have to trade such as chicken, pork, vegetables, fabric, handicrafts, jewelry… and buy other necessary things.
People take pigs to the market to sell.@vnexpress
Because the market is only held once a week, Lui market is also a place for Pho Bang town people to meet and chat together, the bustling atmosphere is no different from a festival day. Participating in Lui market, you will find and buy local specialties, and at the same time admire the extremely beautiful costumes of the people.
Taste the specialties of Pho Bang town
Grilled buffalo meat: This is a dish that you must try and can buy as a gift when traveling in Pho Bang town . The buffalo meat is marinated with many special spices and hung on the kitchen rack, creating an extremely delicious flavor. This dish often appears on the dinner table on important occasions of local people.
Specialty food in Pho Bang town.@suutam
Corn wine: When you come to Pho Bang town , don’t forget to try some corn wine. The strong aroma has created a unique feature of Pho Bang corn wine that cannot be found anywhere else.
Cap Nach Pork: Cap Nach Pig is a famous hybrid pig breed in Ha Giang for its delicious taste. When visiting Pho Bang town , don’t forget to try dishes made from Cap Nach Pork!
Some delicious dishes from Cap nach pork.@thoidai.com.vn
Nestled among the mountains, Pho Bang town is an ideal destination for those looking for a peaceful place.
