Ma Pi Leng pass is a famous and astonishing tourism place of Ha Giang Province, Vietnam. In Ma Pi Leng pass, there are numerous breathtaking sceneries that you can take magnificent pictures of, as well having the most memorable memories of your life. If you ever have a chance to visit Ma Pi Leng pass, Ha Giang, don’t miss out these amazing places.
What is Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang?
The Ma Pi Leng pass in Ha Giang one of the “four greatest peaks of the mountain pass” in the northern mountains of Vietnam. The pass is not very long, only about 20 kilometers, but it is the most dangerous mountain pass. The pass is in Ha Giang province, surpassing Ma Pi Leng peak, which is a mountain peak of about 1200 meters high in Dong Van Plateau, located on the road named Hanh Phuc connecting Ha Giang, Dong Van city and the city of Meo Vac town.
The amazing beauty of Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang
On either side of the pass, one half is the Ma Pi Leng peak and on the other side is the road to Sam Pun, where there are border markers and a border gate to China. Ma Pi Leng pass consists of 9 bends on a vertical cliff, below is the deep abyss. The Ma Pi Leng pass is truly a masterpiece of making roads, created by the talented local people of Ha Giang.
Ma Pi Leng Pass - the true masterpiece of both natural and artificial
Standing on the top of the pass, the travelers will burst into emotion with the incredible majestic sceneries as well as admiring the conquerors of nature. If you are still wondering whether should visit Ma Pi Leng pass or not, the stunning places in this lovely pass will help you decide faster.
When should you visit Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang?
Ma Pi Leng pass is a place that owns the nature of its bewitching beauty, so visitors can most likely visit the place at any time of the year. However, there is some certain time period that we highly recommend you to choose when planning a trip to Ha Giang, Vietnam.
From January to March, also before and after the Lunar New Year is the season of plum blossoms, peach blossoms and yellow mustard flowers. The sceneries here will be absolutely stunning.
Ha Giang and Ma Pi Leng pass has a lively beauty in the spring
If you want to travel in April, the month has Khau Vai love market – which is very exciting and unique, represent the wonderful culture of the local people in Ha Giang. May is the season of water rushing, so when coming to Ha Giang in May you will witness the astonishing beauty of rivers and lakes.
If you love the summer heat, choose the period from June to August. That is when Ha Giang has beautiful sunny summer, rocky plateau. But sometimes, it can rain so suddenly as well. In September, Ha Giang and Ma Pi Leng pass are covered with brilliant yellow ripe rice. The stunning beauty of golden fields that run across the province shall leave a deep impression on you.
Ha Giang has bright and shining yellow rice fields in the fall
Last but not least, October and November are the seasons of triangle circuit flowers. And December is full of the yellow of the mustard flowers as well as the dreamy white snow. All in all, Ha Giang in general and Ma Pi Leng pass, in particular, are beautiful at any time of the year, so don’t be hesitate to visit these stunning places.
Exploring Ma Pi Leng pass in the winter is an exciting experience
What to see in Ma Pi Leng pass, Ha Giang?
The Happy Road, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang
The Happy Road was built by thousands of young volunteers of 16 ethnic groups in 8 northern provinces of Vietnam during an entire 6 years (from 1959 to 1965). The part of the Happy Road that was located on Ma Pi Leng Pass was built by hundreds of young people, who had volunteered to hang themselves on the cliff to carve each and every centimeter of the road during 11 months.
The absolutely amazing Happy Road in Ma Pi Leng pass, Ha Giang
The Happy Road is where young modern people ride motorbikes to explore Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang. If you are interested in a road trip by yourself, don’t miss this amazing road, because the sceneries there will absolutely stun you.
The Nho Que River in Ma Pi Leng Pass, Ha Giang
Standing on the top of the majestic Ma Pi Leng pass, looking down the abyss, you will have to admire the breathtaking and soft beauty of Nho Que River, which slowly winds around the serene mountain foot. This outstanding blue river has become a legend and a significant symbol of the majestic Ha Giang plateau.
Checking in the stunning beauty of Ma Pi Leng pass and Nho Que river
Originating from the Nghiem Son mountains of Yunnan (China) with an altitude of 1500 meters, flowing in the direction of the Northwest to Southeast, Nho Que River has a poetic and mysterious beauty like shimmering, magical threads. The Nho Que River of Ha Giang seems to hide among the mysterious northeastern mountains, creating such an impressive beauty.
With extremely difficult terrain, Nho Que River is considered one of the deepest alleys in Southeast Asia and one of the unique geological tectonic valleys in Vietnam. Walking on the summit of a four-season mountain pass floating in the clouds, looking down to the depth of thousands of meters, one can watch the Nho Que river winding around the mountains and feel the grandeur of nature expressed through the expansion of the geological layers creating the gorge.
The Nho Que river has such a poetic and peaceful beauty in Ma Pi Leng pass
With such an amazing beauty, the Nho Que River is one of the must-see destinations of Ha Giang. You definitely cannot miss this outstanding natural creation.
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The majestic valley under the Ma Pi Leng pass
When you arrive at the top of the Ma Pi Leng pass at an altitude of 2000 meters, standing at the stop to enjoy the sceneries, you will be overwhelmed in emotion, awed by the majestic mountain river space and the stelaes that record the history of the Happy Road.
The amazing landscapes of Ma Pi Leng pass shall become a memorable experience for you
Looking down from the Ma Pi Leng pass, you will absolutely be stunned by the wonderful and astonishing beauty here. If you want to explore most of Ma Pi Leng pass, you should travel by motorbikes. Motorbikes is convenient transportation that you can stop at any time you want to take pictures or to just simply admire the sceneries. Check out the 3-day Ha Giang motorbike experience for more information!
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Here are the most amazing factors as well as information about the famous Ma Pi Leng pass, Ha Giang. Are you excited to go on a trip to Ha Giang in general and Ma Pi Leng pass in particular? Don’t be hesitate to plan your own trip or contact Frontier Travel Vietnam to schedule the best Ha Giang tour of your life!
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