The beauty of Muong Thanh fields, Northwest

Muong Thanh field embraces Nam Rom river, full of alluvium, accumulating day by day. Beautify this vast rice field with more green. 

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Muong Thanh field is located at an altitude of more than 400 m above sea level. And has a length of more than 20,000m, an average width of 6,000m. Because of its vast advantages, this is a major rice supplier nationwide. And from there, delicious specialties from Dien Bien rice appeared, such as upland sticky rice, day cake... Attractive specialties to introduce to tourists from all over.

It was thought that the Northwest only had terraced fields, but this place is also famous for 4 large rice fields. Topping the list is Muong Thanh field with an area of ​​more than 140 square kilometers. For a long time, the oral tradition "Nhat Thanh, second Lo, third Than, fourth Tac" has been deeply ingrained in the subconscious of every Northwest person with the implication of ranking the fields. Compared to Muong Lo field, Yen Bai; Muong Than field, Lai Chau, Muong Tac field, Son La, Muong Thanh field, Dien Bien are considered the largest. Located at an altitude of more than 400 m above sea level, Muong Thanh field stretches more than 20 km with an average width of 6 km.

In the past, going to Dien Bien was quite difficult and strenuous because of the zigzag slopes and dangerous high passes, even though there were many roads leading to this place. Among them, Pha Din Pass - one of the four great passes is truly a tough challenge that is not easy to overcome. However, today with the opening of the Hanoi - Dien Bien route, traveling becomes easier and the opportunity to explore the largest field in the Northwest opens up before your eyes.

Looking down from above, the Muong Thanh field running along the banks of the Nam Rom River spreads out like flower petals embracing the historical relics of the old battle. No matter which way you go, when you come to Muong Thanh at this time, you will be surprised by the beautiful natural scenery and richness when this place glows with an immense yellow color.

Located in the middle of the Dien Bien basin, Muong Thanh field is like a giant "warehouse" filled with corn and rice.From the end of September,Seasonal rice in the Muong Thanh basin area is starting to ripen, making visitors feel like they are in the middle of the golden season. A familiar feeling of the Northern countryside stretches as far as the eye can see, but the majestic beauty of the rice fields surrounded by mountains on all four sides is not mixed with it.

Not only famous for its vast area and favorable intensive farming conditions, Muong Thanh field also brings delicious pearls to life, especially with the famous Dien Bien rice brand. The rice grains are small, have a natural fragrance, and when cooked, the rice is white, sticky, sweet, and has a rich flavor. Rice grains from Muong Thanh fields have brought rich beauty to the land of Dien Bien, which is famous for its glorious victories.

When talking about "Nhat Thanh" field, we cannot help but mention the Nam Rom river, full of alluvium, accumulating day by day. From any angle, the Nam Rom River appears like a blue stroke in the middle of a vast picture of rice fields. On both sides of the bank are lush green trees, adorned with shimmering red banana blossoms, leaning over to reflect their reflections. Crossing the Nam Rom River is the peaceful and poetic Muong Thanh Bridge. Currently the bridge is only for bicycles, motorbikes and pedestrians, many people come here to find a glorious past.

Coming to Muong Thanh, you may not be familiar with the large temperature difference during the day, usually about 5 - 10 degrees Celsius. In addition, the long lighting intensity makes many people somewhat uncomfortable. But to make fragrant pearls, it is these climatic conditions that contribute significantly. By choosing to visit during the ripe rice season, when the weather is cold and the sun is no longer harsh, you will have wonderful moments.

From Dien Bien rice specialties, there are many delicious dishes prepared such as upland sticky rice and day cakes. Equally attractive are stream fish, bamboo shoot soup, boiled cabbage and rolled cabbage. That's why the journey back to Dien Bien never gets old.

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