Lao Cai province

Discovering Tien Cave in Lao Cai

June 09, 2023 | 16:07

With a white sandy beach and crystal clear water, the scenic Tien Cave is an ideal resting place among the mountains on summer days.

Conquering Fansipan-the Roof of Indochina

May 19, 2023 | 11:05

For those enchanted by the allure of Southeast Asia and the majestic beauty of the Northwest region of Vietnam, conquering Mount Fansipan - the Roof of Indochina, is hailed as the pinnacle of every adventurous expedition.

For Vietnamese Stature encourages ethnic minority students to pioneer gender equality

October 07, 2022 | 16:01

On October 1, the For Vietnamese Stature Foundation (VSF) organised the Autumn Camp – Breaking the Prejudice Circle programme at Ban Lau primary school in Lao Cai.

Diversifying career opportunities for ethnic minority youths

July 06, 2022 | 11:15

Implementing vocational training programmes for young people in minority ethnic groups is an effective solution to improve their livelihoods.

Season of ripening rice in Y Ty commune

September 14, 2020 | 09:04

he 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.

Lao Cai, a top destination for mountaineers

May 18, 2019 | 12:11

Many believe Sa Pa has been suffocated by overwhelming concrete buildings and luxury hotels but a trip to Lao Cai Province should not be limited to Sa Pa only.

Con sui brings heat in the chill of Sa Pa

April 12, 2019 | 17:15

Pho (noodle soup) might be Vietnam’s most famous dish, but there are plenty of siblings of the world-famous delicacy worth slurping down.

Lao Cai seeks to build airport for Sa Pa

March 26, 2019 | 17:36

Lao Cai’s People’s Committee has sent a proposal to Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc asking for an airport to be built to serve Sa Pa Town.

Ha Long Bay, Sa Pa named in list of natural wonders in Southeast Asia

March 24, 2019 | 11:53

Vietnam has seven tourist attractions named among 25 natural wonders in Southeast Asia voted by Fodor’s Travel - a trusted resource offering expert travel advice for every stage of a traveler’s trip for nearly eight decades

Sa Pa winter festival 2018 in full swing

December 03, 2018 | 12:29

The Sa Pa winter festival 2018 is underway in Sa Pa town, the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai with a wide range of splendid activities.

Fansipan covered in frost

December 01, 2018 | 10:32

Frost has appeared in Fansipan Mountain, Lao Cai Province, attracting more tourists.

Waste pond clean-up to take time

September 11, 2018 | 15:27

The waste pond breakage that discharged over 45,000cu.m of mud and untreated chemical-filled wastewater in Bao Thang District of northern mountainous Lao Cai Province last week will severely affect the ecosystems of surrounding areas.

Sa Pa lodge named among world’s most unique

May 19, 2018 | 15:21

Sa Pa in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai has become increasingly attractive to visitors in recent years, making it important for those who love the pristine beauty of the town to find a place where they can breathe in the fresh air, dive into the green jungle, gaze over the vast paddy fields and experience ethnic culture.

Can Cau Market - untouched ethnic identity in northwest of Vietnam

May 18, 2018 | 10:42

Can Cau Market in the northwestern province of Lao Cai is one of the few of its kind that still keep traditional market activities of local ethnic minority groups.

Bac Ha tourism culture week slated for June

May 17, 2018 | 11:26

A tourism culture week is scheduled to take place in Bac Ha district in the northwestern province of Lao Cai from June 1-9, under the theme “Colours of the White Highland”.