To reach Ta Xua in Bac Yen district, Son La province, tourists must navigate winding and treacherous mountain passes. However, it is precisely this difficulty that creates a special attraction for the journey. Along the way, you will admire the golden terraced rice fields during the harvest season, the majestic "Dinosaur Ridge," and ancient snow-capped trees hundreds of years old nestled on the mountainside.

The highlight of Ta Xua is its magical "sea of ​​clouds." In the early morning or late afternoon, white clouds blanket the mountains and forests like a giant blanket, creating a scene like a heavenly paradise.

Mr. Ung Vu Hieu Tri, a tourist from Ho Chi Minh City:I found the local people here to be very cheerful, friendly, and welcoming to tourists. When I experienced life in these villages, I felt the joy and friendliness; there was no price gouging or commercial practices that would tarnish their customs. As for the scenery, I found it very picturesque and beautiful, perfectly suited to the lifestyle of Gen Z.

Located at an altitude of 1,500-1,800 meters above sea level, Ta Xua enjoys a cool climate year-round. The best time to go cloud hunting is from September to April each year. During this period, Ta Xua is not too cold and is also the most beautiful time to admire the vast valley of clouds spreading across the land.

Mr. Nguyen Thong Phuc, owner of Mua Homestay, Ta Xua, Bac Yen, Son La:Before visiting Ta Xua, I had already had the opportunity to experience and explore the entire Northwest region. Ta Xua has two outstanding advantages. Firstly, its natural advantages: a cool climate year-round, and the majestic mountains creating a stunning landscape. Secondly, its geographical location: Ta Xua is about 220 km from the center of Hanoi, making it very suitable for a 2-day, 1-night trip for tourists.

Particularly when Son La province announced the General Planning for Ta Xua Tourist Area and surrounding areas, with a total planned area of ​​approximately 13,000 hectares in Bac Yen district and a population of about 12,010 people, it attracted many investors to experience and seek investment opportunities.

Mr. Vu Van Phuong, Director of Gold Land Invest Company:Ta Xua boasts a unique topography, reaching an altitude of over 1,000 meters above sea level. As a result, the temperature here is very pleasant, typically 6 to 8 degrees lower than the average. Especially in summer, air conditioning is almost unnecessary due to the cool temperatures. Secondly, the cloud cover is stunning, a sight not found everywhere. Thirdly, the journey from Ta Xua to Hanoi is only about 5 hours, and infrastructure is constantly improving. Fourthly, the ethnic identity here is very strong; the people are simple, friendly, and deeply rooted in the traditional culture of the highland ethnic groups.

Visiting Bac Yen in general and the Ta Xua area in particular, tourists can not only breathe in the fresh, cool air and be captivated by the majestic natural scenery, but also immerse themselves in the simple, rustic, and unique life of the Mong ethnic people, enjoying the sounds of the flute and pipe, unique folk games, and distinctive cuisine. Every year, the Ta Xua tourist area welcomes approximately 70,000 tourists, with about 20,000 visitors in the first two months of 2025 alone.

Source: Provincial Radio and Television Station