Although the war ended decades ago, bombs, landmines, and unexploded ordnance remain buried beneath the soil of the Bach Dich border area, posing a silent threat to local people and hindering the search for and recovery of fallen soldiers' remains. Amid the rugged frontier mountains, officers and soldiers of the Mine Clearance Team under Division 316 continue to work tirelessly in the field, clearing every square meter of land with the utmost sense of responsibility and precision.
Perched at an altitude of more than 1,000 meters, Xa Phin Hamlet in Thanh Thuy Commune is home to 54 households, all of whom belong to the Dao ethnic group. For years, the hamlet has been affectionately known by visitors as the "moss-roof village", thanks to its dozens of traditional stilt houses with palm-leaf roofs blanketed in moss, bearing the unmistakable marks of time.
Under the sweltering summer sun, farmers across the fields of Tuyen Quang Province are working tirelessly to stay on schedule for the summer-autumn rice crop.
In June, as water from mountain streams is channeled into each terraced field, the Hoang Su Phi terraced rice fields take on a unique and captivating beauty.
The Hmong flute (khen) - a traditional musical instrument deeply intertwined with the cultural life of the Hmong people - has long been regarded as a symbol of identity in the Dong Van Karst Plateau. In Ta Co Van Hamlet, Lung Phin Commune, home to the first Hmong flute-making craft village, artisans continue to dedicate themselves to preserving the craft through meticulous workmanship. Beyond producing the distinctive melodies of the mountains, each flute carries a story of cultural inheritance, local livelihoods, and the ongoing efforts to safeguard a traditional occupation amid the changes of modern life.
Following the administrative merger, Thuong Nong Commune now comprises the former communes of Thuong Nong and Thuong Giap. The area continues to preserve the traditional embroidery craft of the Red Dao people, mainly concentrated in Thom Luong Village and partly in Dong Da Village. For generations, the Dao community has regarded embroidery as a treasured cultural heritage.
Nestled among lush green tea hills and the peaceful countryside, Trai Xoan Hamlet in Nhu Khe is gradually becoming an attractive destination for travelers seeking community-based cultural experiences. The village not only preserves many traditional values of the Cao Lan ethnic people but also leaves a distinct impression through activities rich in ethnic identity.
Having visited Lo Lo Chai Village in Lung Cu Commune many times, finding that returning on a rainy day reveals a distinct charm of this small settlement.
Through generations closely connected to the mountains and forests, the Pa Then people in Tuyen Quang have preserved a rich and unique cultural heritage - an invaluable spiritual legacy within Vietnam’s diverse ethnic community.
Since being recognized as a Global Geopark in 2009, the Dong Van Karst Plateau has undergone a dramatic transformation, becoming a destination for adventurous souls. Amidst the towering mountains at an altitude of over 1,200 meters, international visitors are discovering authentic traditional cultural values, creating a vibrant new energy for this border region.
Du Gia is a highland commune in Tuyen Quang Province. It appears like a pristine painting, captivating visitors with its prosperous and tranquil villages, while offering significant potential for tourism development.
Nearly 800 years old, Phu Lam Pagoda – an ancient Buddhist temple – is not only a place preserving the spiritual belief of people in the land of Tuyen Quang, but also a vivid testament to the flow of Vietnam’s spiritual and cultural traditions through the centuries.
As the last cold winds of late spring gently recede, Hong Thai Commune awakens beneath the pure white hues of pear blossom season. Across the wind-swept hillsides, pear flowers bloom in drifting clusters like floating clouds, draping the village in a beauty so gentle and pristine it stirs the soul. Neither flamboyant nor ostentatious, the pear blossoms choose to reveal their fragrance softly - like a whisper from the mountains and forests to travelers.
Amid increasingly deep international integration, strengthening global cooperation in medical knowledge exchange not only opens opportunities for sharing experiences but also helps improve the quality of medical examinations and treatment at the grassroots level. At Duc Minh General Hospital in Ha Giang 1 Ward, the presence of international student interns has become vivid proof of its orientation toward building an integrated, humane and sustainable healthcare environment.
Mine clearance in Bach Dich
