Ta Xua is not only a paradise for cloud watching but also attracts tourists with the experience of admiring the Milky Way on clear nights in the highlands.
Ta Xua (Son La) has long been famous as one of the most beautiful "cloud paradises" in the northern mountainous region of Vietnam, with its majestic and pristine landscape. Recently, this destination has also become a popular spot for young people thanks to the impressive experience of "hunting" for the Milky Way amidst the vast forest.
Experience the Milky Way hunting in Ta Xua
Viewing the Milky Way largely depends on weather conditions and the lunar calendar. According to the experience of many travelers, the ideal time is on moonless or waning moon nights, usually around the time before or after the full moon of each lunar month.
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Photo: Hoang Duy.
To capture this moment perfectly, the sky needs to be truly clear and cloudless. Tourists should prioritize areas with minimal artificial light and be prepared to stay up late between 11 PM and 2 AM. When these conditions are met, the Milky Way will be clearly visible, creating a rare spectacle.
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Photo: Dieu Lynh
The dreamlike beauty of the night sky in the highlands.
As night falls, the sky over Ta Xua is dotted with thousands of stars and shimmering streaks of light. This is a special experience that everyone should try at least once, especially city dwellers who rarely get to see such a moment immersed in a dense starry sky.
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Besides the Milky Way, at the summit of Ta Xua, visitors also have the opportunity to admire the entire sky filled with sparkling stars.
Must-see attractions
Besides the Milky Way, the "Dinosaur's Backbone" remains a top destination in Ta Xua. On clear days, clouds can blanket the valley from early morning and drift lazily until noon. From here, visitors can admire the beauty of the mountains, forests, and winding terraced rice fields.
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However, the route along the dinosaur spine is still quite wild and potentially dangerous, requiring visitors to exercise extreme caution. For those who don't want to risk traveling early in the morning, cloud hunting in the town center or renting homestays on high hills with panoramic views of the sea of clouds is also a great option for relaxation and rejuvenation amidst nature.