VOV.VN - More than 200 cattle, including buffaloes and cows, have died over the past two days due to the severe cold spell which has hit northern Vietnam.

VOV.VN - With white snow falling on many roads throughout Y Ty commune in Bat Xat district of the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, local residents were reminded of beautiful images of Europe, although this was the first time in living memory that snow has come to the area.

VOV.VN - Situated approximately 70 km from the centre of Sa Pa city, Y Ty can be considered a rather isolated location as it is surrounded by high mountains in the northwest of the country.

National Assembly (NA) Chairwoman Nguyen Thi Kim Ngan attended a ceremony held on December 24 by the NA Standing Committee to honour individuals who have made important contributions to improving the quality and efficiency of the NA’s operations.

VOV.VN - Located approximately 70km from the centre of the northern city of Lao Cai, Y Ty mountainous commune boasts pure air and an amazing natural landscape that gives the area a unique appeal for visitors.