Few people know that Quang Ninh, there is a mountainous region known as one of the difficult-to-conquer “dinosaur spines” of Vietnam.
Referring to Quang Ninh, many tourists often remember the locality with the most attractive and attractive beaches in our country. These can be mentioned Ha Long city, natural wonders of the world Ha Long Bay, Co To island district, Quan Lan, …
According to information on Wikipedia, Quang Ninh is the locality with the longest coastline of 250km with more than 2,000 islands, accounting for two-thirds of the country’s islands, with a large fishing ground of over 6,100km2.
Natural wonder of the world Ha Long Bay – Quang Ninh.
However, few people know that in Quang Ninh there is also a craggy mountain region, known as one of the four “dinosaur spines”, the most difficult to go in Vietnam. It is the “dinosaur spine” in Binh Lieu.
Binh Lieu formerly belonged to Tinh Huc commune, Binh Lieu district, Quang Ninh province, located in the mountains near the Vietnam – China border. Since 1977, this place was established under the name of Binh Lieu town. Binh Lieu is more than 100km northeast of Ha Long city center.
After arriving at Binh Lieu, from Binh Lieu town, run towards Hoanh Mo on National Highway 18C for about 3-4 km, turn right into the village of Ngan Chuong, turn towards landmark 68 about 14km in the direction of famous landmarks 1302 and 1305. From the 1302 milestone, running for another 9km will come to the “dinosaur spine”.
Why is it called “dinosaur spine” Binh Lieu?
“Dinosaur spine” is the name given by travel enthusiasts and travel enthusiasts to famous landmarks in the high mountain areas of our country. These are areas with small trails on the top of the mountain, flanked by vertical slopes. Seen from above, these roads look like the spine of a giant dinosaur in the middle of the great nature.
“Dinosaur spine” Binh Lieu – Quang Ninh.(Photo of Binh Lieu District Portal)
In the North of Vietnam, there are currently 3 places known as “dinosaur spine”. One of those three names is Binh Lieu – Quang Ninh. In fact, this is the road leading to two famous landmarks 1302 and 1305 of our country.
“Dinosaur spine” Binh Lieu belongs to the East Trieu – Mong Cai bow. In the past, the back road here was a small, winding dirt road with a long path, flanked by two steep mountain slopes. Many visitors who have experienced share they cannot help but tremble when crossing this road, and evaluate it as very difficult to go, especially not suitable for those who are afraid of heights or weak of heart.
However, now, a section of the road about 2km has been concreted, built with 2000 steps and has railings on both sides, providing more safety for visitors. Successfully conquering this road, visitors will come to Milestone 1305 – the highest landmark in Quang Ninh province, bordering China.
The road at the “dinosaur spine” of Binh Lieu has been concreted with steps and railings on both sides, ensuring safety for visitors.(Photo @dimotngaydang)
Tourists check-in with landmark 1305 in Binh Lieu.(Photo by Quang Ninh Newspaper)
The last months of the year, especially from October, will be the most beautiful time of the year in Binh Lieu. Not only because of the ripening season of the East and Northwest, but this place is also about to welcome a very typical reed season. The two sides of the path of the “dinosaur spine”, instead of the green and yellow of the grass, will be replaced by the white color of the vast cotton area.
Because of that, starting in mid-September, many tourists and backpackers set up their schedules to set foot on the “backbone” of Binh Lieu.
Not only has the name “dinosaur spine”, Binh Lieu is also known as a miniature Sapa. When coming here, visitors can also immerse themselves in the culture of ethnic minorities such as Dao, Tay, and San Chi, admire the vast scenery of the mountains and forests, inhale the scent of cinnamon anise or listen to the murmuring sounds. of the stream.
Other “dinosaur spines” in Vietnam
As mentioned above, in the North of Vietnam, there are currently 3 places known as “dinosaur spine”. Besides Binh Lieu, there are also “backs” of Ta Xua – Son La and “backs” of Mau Son – Lang Son. Both are famous tourist destinations in the West and Northeast of our country.
“Dinosaur spine” Ta Xua
Ta Xua is a highland commune in Bac Yen district, where it borders two districts of Tram Tau (Yen Bai) and Bac Yen (Son La). This place is known as a cloud hunting paradise and is a favorite destination of travel followers, especially backpackers.
“Dinosaur spine” is the path leading to the highest peak on Ta Xua mountain, 2875m high. The road lies precariously in the sky, on the top of a high mountain, only about 1m wide, on both sides are steep slopes and deep abyss.
Unlike in Binh Lieu, Ta Xua “dinosaur spine” is still completely pristine, not much renovated. To reach the end point, which is the most ideal place to hunt for clouds, there are 2 transportation options: riding a motorbike or walking. However, tourists still prefer walking because it will be safer.
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“Dinosaur spine” Ta Xua – Son La. (Photo Fanpage Information about natural disaster prevention)
The journey to conquer the “dinosaur spine” as well as the most beautiful cloud hunting spot in Ta Xua will be extremely laborious, time-consuming, and adventurous. But in return, visitors will experience the fresh air, surrounded by clouds, extremely magical.
The most suitable time to conquer Ta Xua “dinosaur spine” and have the ability to successfully hunt clouds is from about October to April next year.
“Dinosaur spine” Mau Son
Compared with 2 “dinosaur spines” in Ta Xua and Binh Lieu, “dinosaur spines” in Mau Son – Lang Son are less well known. This is actually a winding trail, located on the top of Cha mountain, in Mau Son commune, Loc Binh district, Lang Son province.
This place is about 45km northeast of Lang Son city. According to many tourists who have come here, to conquer the “backbone” of Mau Son, it will take about 3-4 hours to move, relatively difficult and arduous, especially for those who are inexperienced. long distance climbing.
“Dinosaur spine” Mau Son – Lang Son. (Photo by Thuan Bui)
Tourists conquer the “dinosaur spine” of Mau Son.(Photo Vietnam Travel)
Journeying from the foot of the mountain to the top, visitors will have to go through many zigzag roads, there are about 300m of roads with precarious, undulating, and extremely dangerous cliffs.
However, when you arrive, the scenery in front of your eyes will also be extremely satisfying. Every time of the year, Mau Son has its own beauty. Spring is the season of flowers, summer is the season of green grass and mountains, autumn is the yellow color of withered grass or winter is the white color of snow and ice.
Besides the dinosaur spine, Mau Son commune, Loc Binh district, Lang Son province is home to more than 80 large and small mountains, creating difficult terrain and spectacular nature. If given the opportunity, this will definitely be a destination in the Northeast that is worth conquering and exploring by travel devotees.
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