Golden rice terraces sweep across the mountainsides of Mu Cang Chai, their ripened stalks glowing in the late-afternoon sun. At the Sang Nhu rice terrace viewpoint, commonly known as Horseshoe Hill, in Sang Nhu hamlet, Mu Cang Chai commune, the fading sunlight casts a warm golden glow over the fields. The scene draws visitors eager to admire the landscape and capture the beauty of the harvest season in Viet Nam’s northern highlands. Photographic artist Dao Xuan Hung captured these scenes on October 17, 2026, documenting the terraced fields at one of the most picturesque times of the agricultural year.
During the harvest season, Mu Cang Chai’s mountainsides glow with successive bands of gold, reflecting generations of farming knowledge and the care with which local communities have shaped the land
The golden terraces offer visitors a closer look at the distinctive beauty of Mu Cang Chai, where a landscape shaped by mountain farming has become an important part of the local tourism experience
Simple encounters between visitors and local children add a personal touch to a journey through Mu Cang Chai. Shared smiles and everyday moments often become lasting memories of the place and its people
Beneath the golden hues lies the work of highland farmers, whose harvest provides food for their families and supports their livelihoods
The terraced fields offer opportunities for sightseeing and agricultural tourism. Preserving their value requires tourism activities to remain compatible with local farming practices and community life
The terraces form an integral part of village life, closely connected to local settlements, farming traditions and the daily rhythms of the community
Traditional attire stands out against the golden rice fields, reflecting the cultural heritage of a region where agriculture remains closely intertwined with community life
The graceful curves of the terraces follow the contours of the mountains, bearing witness to a farming system developed and maintained by local communities over generations
At harvest time, the golden terraces define much of Mu Cang Chai’s visual appeal, offering visitors a glimpse of the region’s distinctive agricultural landscape
Safeguarding the terraced fields means preserving more than the scenery. It also involves sustaining farming practices, local livelihoods and the agricultural knowledge passed down through generations
In the late-afternoon light, the golden slopes reveal the contrasting grandeur and tranquility of Mu Cang Chai’s mountain landscape
Walking among the terraces allows visitors to appreciate the beauty of mountain farming and the cultural traditions associated with the landscape
Mu Cang Chai’s lasting appeal rests on the relationship between its natural scenery, agricultural practices and local culture. Preserving these values is essential to the long-term development of tourism in the area
Traditional highland clothing adds vibrant color to the golden landscape, mingling with the varied attire of visitors from different regions. Together, these colors reflect the cultural diversity that enriches the Mu Cang Chai tourism experience
As autumn arrives, Lao Chai in Lao Cai province draws visitors with golden rice terraces stretching across the mountainsides, tranquil villages and the distinctive cultural traditions of the Hmong community. Photographs taken by Photographic artist Dao Xuan Hung on October 18, 2026, capture the landscape at harvest time, revealing the close relationship between agriculture, local livelihoods and the natural beauty of Viet Nam’s Northwestern highlands. The area’s terraced fields and rich cultural heritage also offer opportunities to develop community-based tourism while preserving the character of the local landscape.
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