Can Ty - A rendezvous on the stone plateau

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.

Can Ty impresses not only with its majestic rocky scenery but also with its growing appeal to visitors through rustic, intimate stopping points. A rest stop at the famed “lonely tree,” homestays rich in local cultural identity, traditional brocade weaving, and community-based tours and experiences are gradually shaping a model of green tourism, turning Can Ty into an emerging destination in the highlands.

The “lonely tree” in Can Ty, set amid a dramatic rocky landscape, has become a familiar check-in spot for visitors exploring the Dong Van Stone Plateau.

Visitors show keen interest in learning about and reading information on the “lonely tree” and the ancient nghien forest at the rest stop.

Huyen Thoai Cao Nguyen Da Homestay – a stop where visitors can experience yin-yang tiled roof architecture while overlooking the Mien River.

Trying on traditional H’mong costumes and headscarves helps visitors gain deeper insight into the cultural life of Can Ty’s residents.

Simple wooden looms, guided by the skilled hands of Can Ty villagers, produce handcrafted hemp fabrics.

Using melted beeswax, H’mong women hand-draw intricate patterns onto hemp cloth.

From handmade hemp, a wide range of products such as clothing, bags, hats, scarves and wallets are creatively designed and increasingly favored by both domestic and international markets.

Nhu Quynh