The Northwest region of Vietnam is a popular destination for adventurers and thrill-seekers. In addition to conquering challenging trails, the area’s stunning landscapes are highlights of any journey.

Snow fell in the mountain commune of Y Ty in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai on early January 11, covering the area under a 15-cm thick layer of snow.

The border commune of Y Ty, in the west of Bat Xat district and north of Sapa town in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, is well-known as an ideal place to enjoy the dazzling beauty of terraced paddy fields and clouds as it is located on a rocky mountain with an altitude of more than 2,000m, leaning against Nhiu Co San mountain.

Y Ty is a highland commune, located in Bat Xat district, more than 70 km from the center of Lao Cai city. Coming here in May or June, you can admire the water season of Y Ty. Golden fields with green areas of forests, the sky, and the surrounding cornfields.

The best time to admire the golden rice fields in Y Ty in the northern province of Lao Cai is from September to October, however in 'pouring water season', starting from May to June, Y Ty is as beautiful as a watercolor painting.

To conquer the peak of Lanh Than (Lao Cai) at an altitude of 2,860 meters, we traveled from Hanoi to Sapa and rented a motorbike to Phin Ho village, Y Ty commune, Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province.

The Bat Xat Fall Festival 2018 recently opened in Muong Hum commune, Bat Xat district of the northern mountainous of Lao Cai.

The Bat Xat Fall Festival 2018 opened in Muong Hum commune, Bat Xat district of the northern mountainous of Lao Cai on August 19, offering visitors a series of ethnic tribal life experience and adventure activities.

Y Ty commune in Bat Xat district, Lao Cai province has become an appealing destination for local and international tourists thanks to its beautiful paddy fields and traditional forest-worship rituals.

Many new tourist destinations in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai have become magnets for local and foreign tourists thanks to their picturesque landscapes and unique cultural features.

Y Ty in the northern province of Lao Cai was selected as one of the Best-kept Secrets in Asia Travel by the travel site www.thrillist.com.

Spring seems to come earlier than usual as the peach blossoms appear in Y Ty commune, Bat Xat district, the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai which is home to the H'Mong ethnic group.