Dong Van Karst Plateau: A 15-year journey from heritage to global brand Dong Van Karst Plateau: A 15-year journey from heritage to global brand
Fifteen years after being recognized by UNESCO as a Global Geopark, Dong Van Karst Plateau has emerged as a symbol of sustainable development at Vietnam’s northern frontier. From a once harsh rocky land, Dong Van today stands as an internationally recognized cultural and tourism destination, where geological heritage, community identity, and aspirations for renewal blend into a symphony amid the mountains.
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Along the Happiness Road – A journey of memory and spring in the highlands
17:06, 08/02/2026
Stretching 185 kilometers and linking Ha Giang City with 23 communes across the Dong Van Karst Plateau, the Happiness Road stands not only as a vital transport artery but also as a symbol of resilience, aspiration and enduring vitality in Vietnam’s northernmost region. Each spring, the legendary route is adorned with blooming peach, mustard, pear and plum blossoms, painting a vibrant picture against the gray limestone mountains.
Blossom season revives community tourism in Lao Xa
09:38, 08/02/2026
Each February and March, Lao Xa Hamlet in Sa Phin Commune, located in the Dong Van Karst Plateau, is blanketed in the pure white of plum and pear blossoms intertwined with the soft pink of peach flowers. After the harsh winter cold recedes, the valley awakens in vibrant colors, creating a poetic landscape that stretches from rocky slopes to the centuries-old earthen houses of the Mong ethnic community.
Can Ty - A rendezvous on the stone plateau
15:13, 22/01/2026
Nestled beside the deep gorge of the Mien River, Can Ty Commune is home to 11 ethnic groups, with the H’mong people accounting for more than 75% of the population. The terrain bears the stark imprint of the Stone Plateau, marked by steep, jagged limestone cliffs rising sharply from the landscape.
A symphony of the great highlands: Tuyen Quang awaits the awakening of the senses
10:32, 21/01/2026
A journey to Tuyen Quang today is a return to a land of legends, where nature and culture intertwine in quiet harmony. From majestic mountain ranges and rivers rich with stories to ethnic melodies echoing through stone valleys and ancient villages steeped in tradition, Tuyen Quang reveals a rare beauty, both pristine and profound, that continues to captivate visitors from near and far.
Tham Ma Pass – a majestic symbol on the journey to the Stone Plateau
08:48, 18/01/2026
Located on National Highway 4C along the route to the Dong Van Karst Plateau, Tham Ma Pass is one of the most striking and memorable mountain passes for travelers. With sheer gray rock faces, a series of sharp hairpin bends, and a vast mountain skyline, Tham Ma is not only an important traffic route but also a symbol of the rugged, majestic beauty of the rocky highlands.
“The key” to elevating tourism’s position
10:38, 16/01/2026
Tourism has been identified by Tuyen Quang Province as an important integrated economic sector, driving growth, creating jobs, preserving culture, protecting the environment, and promoting the local image. Amid increasingly fierce competition among destinations, the development of distinctive and differentiated tourism products closely linked to local advantages is considered the “key” to enhancing Tuyen Quang’s competitiveness and position on the national and international tourism map.
Flower village tourism
11:30, 10/01/2026
In the days leading up to the Lunar New Year, when blossoms spread their colors across rural villages, not only is spring drawing near, but a new development pathway for Tuyen Quang’s countryside is also gradually taking shape. From flower fields serving traditional markets, many flower villages in Tuyen Quang are opening up ecological and cultural experiential spaces, linking progressively agricultural production with tourism - a promising and sustainable direction.
The Happiness Road
15:10, 09/01/2026
Amid the rugged cat-ear limestone mountains of the Dong Van Karst Plateau, the Happiness Road winds like a ribbon along cliffs, linking Ha Giang 2 Ward with the northern highland communes of Tuyen Quang Province.
Tuyen Quang attracts large numbers of tourists during new year break
14:31, 04/01/2026
This year, the New Year holiday lasts four days, creating favorable conditions for travel. At major tourist destinations in Tuyen Quang Province, such as the Tan Trao Special National Historical Site, the Na Hang - Lam Binh Nature Reserve, and the UNESCO Global Geopark of the Dong Van Karst Plateau, one of the world’s leading tourist destinations, the number of visitors surged sharply. Many accommodation facilities were fully booked, while vehicles lined up along major routes. These signs highlight the strong appeal of Tuyen Quang’s tourism sector, with 2026 shaping up to be a promising year for the province’s tourism industry.
Distinctive highland tourism in Tuyen Quang at the beginning of the year
10:46, 03/01/2026
Amid the dynamic transformation of highland tourism, Tuyen Quang Province is steadily asserting its position as an attractive destination through the harmonious blend of majestic natural landscapes, rich cultural depth and a well-structured, sustainable tourism strategy. In the early days of 2026, major tourist sites across the province recorded a noticeable increase in visitor numbers, signaling positive prospects for a vibrant tourism year ahead.
Tuyen Quang tourism affirms its position
16:13, 03/01/2026
Despite fluctuations in 2025, tourism in Tuyen Quang recorded impressive achievements thanks to the province’s decisive leadership, coordinated efforts by departments and sectors, and strong engagement at the grassroots level. These results have helped affirm the province’s position on the tourism map and laid an important foundation for expected breakthroughs in 2026.
Tourism in Tuyen Quang at a new juncture
19:46, 02/01/2026
Located at Vietnam’s northernmost frontier, Tuyen Quang is endowed with majestic natural landscapes and a rich cultural heritage shaped by more than 20 ethnic groups. Spanning over 13,795 square kilometers, the province brings together mountains, rivers, terraced fields, valleys, and lakes, forming a picturesque landscape and opening up significant opportunities for tourism development, making it an increasingly attractive destination for both domestic and international visitors.
Suoi Thau unlocks its tourism development potential
16:40, 29/12/2025
In recent years, Suoi Thau Grassland in Suoi Thau Hamlet, Pa Vay Su Commune, has gradually emerged on the provincial tourism map, becoming an attractive destination for nature lovers.
Mai Anh Dao Flower Festival to be held in Lung Cu
16:13, 24/12/2025
On January 1, 2026, Lung Cu Commune will organise the Mai Anh Dao Flower Festival under the theme “Lung Cu – a colourful flower destination”.