VOV.VN - Covering more than 2,300 square kilometres in northern Vietnam, the Dong Van Karst Plateau, recognised as a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2010, is known for its dramatic limestone mountain landscapes and geological formations dating back hundreds of millions of years.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 1 — Over the past decade, the Dong Van Karst Plateau in former Ha Giang province, now Tuyen Quang province, has become a familiar destination for visitors to northern Vietnam.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 2 — It has drawn travellers with its rugged limestone peaks, deep valleys and distinctive cultural landscape shaped by ethnic communities who have lived on the plateau for generations.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 3 — If you have visited the Dong Van Karst Plateau even once, it is difficult not to be captivated by its lingering beauty.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 4 — The plateau leaves a deep impression through its shifting moods - natural scenery in the change of seasons, the grey-blue mountain roads softened by the pale purple bloom of buckwheat flowers, and landscapes that range from simple and quiet to dramatic and imposing.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 5 — Wild yet poetic, rugged yet full of grace, the region stirs a quiet longing in the hearts of travellers who set foot here. Amid this stunning natural backdrop, everyday life unfolds in ways that touch visitors profoundly.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 6 — The presence of local communities, living among stone walls, terraced fields, and windswept highlands, adds a human depth to the scenery, turning the plateau into not only a destination of striking sights but also of emotion and connection.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 7 — From former Ha Giang city, travellers journey upward along cloud-brushed mountain roads and pass through the “Heaven’s Gate,” a viewpoint where sky and earth seem to meet.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 8 — Beyond this pass lies Quan Ba, the gateway to the Dong Van Karst Plateau, where the first stretches of the rocky highlands unfold. Here, immense forests of limestone rise in layers, their raw and untouched beauty captivating all who arrive.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 9 — The Dong Van Karst Plateau offers beauty in every season, but spring, especially from late February to early March, brings an exceptional charm. At this time of year, fields of mustard flowers turn the foothills a glowing yellow, flowing between terraced rice paddies.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 10 — Bright pink peach blossoms, along with white plum and pear flowers, surround traditional earthen houses with warm ochre walls, moss-covered tiled roofs and stone fences arranged like natural works of art. Together, they form a vast, living canvas that spreads across the plateau in perfect harmony.

vitality on dong van karst plateau a unesco global geopark picture 11 — For visitors, the communities living on the Dong Van Karst Plateau appear to inhabit a vast heritage landscape, an open-air museum where daily life unfolds amid countless wonders.

A glance at Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark

VOV.VN - Located in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, Dong Van Karst Plateau has recently been declared a member of the UNESCO Global Network of National Geoparks for the third time.

World Travel Awards 2025 honours numerous Vietnamese destinations

VOV.VN - Vietnam received a series of top awards at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) ceremony held in Bahrain on December 6, with recognition spanning world and regional categories for heritage, nature and tourism destinations.

World Travel Awards 2025 honours numerous Vietnamese destinations

A glance at Dong Van Karst Plateau UNESCO Global Geopark

VOV.VN - Located in the northern mountainous province of Ha Giang, Dong Van Karst Plateau has recently been declared a member of the UNESCO Global Network of National Geoparks for the third time.