Children in Bac Me

Bac Me is a district in the east of Ha Giang Province, 56km from the central area of the city

Bac Me is a district in the east of Ha Giang Province, 56km from the central area of the city

With the natural ecological space, natural and cultural resources, traditional customs and habits, Bac Me has recently been a tourist attraction of Ha Giang Province

Travel to Bac Me is a new and fun experience with all tourist

Honestly, it is not easy to set foot on Bac Me regardless of traveling by bus or motorbike

For backpackers, Ha Giang is extremely famous with spectacular natural landscapes such as Ma Pi Leng, Lung Cu, Dong Van… But besides them, have you ever heard of Bac Me, a new destination full of interesting things? If your answer is “not yet”, follow me now to get the information of this attractive place.

Bac Me location

Bac Me is a district in the east of Ha Giang Province, 56km from the central area of the city. This district borders with Bao Lam (Cao Bang) to the east, Na Hang (Tuyen Quang) to the south, Vi Xuyen (Ha Giang) to the west and Yen Minh (Ha Giang) to the north. Bac Me is divided into 2 obvious ecological subregions: the high mountain and lowland area. This is the living space of 13 ethnic minorities including Dao, Tay, Mong and so on. It is the diversity of peoples living here that makes Bac Me become a fascinating destination with unique cultural values and distinctive identity.

How go to Bac Me?

The road leading to Bac Me is quite small, steep and bumpy. This district doesn’t possess splendid terraces like Hoang Su Phi, colorful markets like Sa Phin or majestic landscapes like Dong Van or Meo Vac. But it is always attractive in its own way with the huge space and highly seductive scenery.

Honestly, it is not easy to set foot on Bac Me regardless of traveling by bus or motorbike. The reason is that the road system hasn’t been remarkably improved yet. Rugged, slippery roads and winding mountain trails are challenges for anyone who wants to discover this rural district. But once you can reach Bac Me, you won’t regret because of the beauty of this land. Along the trails, you might admire the beauty of terraces or mighty mountains as well as the rustic life of locals.

Sightseeing and activities in Bac Me

From the slope leading to Bac Me District, tourists can see a lake hidden in the mountains on the right side.  The green color of water and surrounding forest; steep mountains, lush trees, a wooden boat on the lake… all of them create a picturesque scene.

In this area, some tourism services are available to meet the demand of visitors. There is a cooperative and 20 family households providing boats taking tourists around the lake. From here, travelers can be taken to the Na Hang hydropower reservoir in Tuyen Quang Province within 3 hours. On the way, tourists will have the chance to the marvelous beauty of nature. Besides, they can also take a tour to visit Bac Me old town, Bac Me Prison built in French colonial period or go sightseeing Cao Bang Town (150km from Bac Me)…

With the natural ecological space, natural and cultural resources, traditional customs and habits, Bac Me has recently been a tourist attraction of Ha Giang Province. Especially, this is also the place to maintain traditional crafts like brocade weaving, cooking wine…. Those kinds are being developed to make beautiful products varied in types, colors, patterns… so that visitors can choose to buy as lovely souvenirs. If you come here, don’t forget to taste specialties of Bac Me, especially “com lam” (rice cooked in bamboo tubes) – a famous food of this district. Served with grilled fish, this dish will surely leave a strong impression on tourists.  

Beautiful nature, unique cultures of peoples, friendly inhabitants and delicious local foods are reasons why you should come to this place at least once in your lifetime. I believe that you will have wonderful travel experiences in Bac Me – a must-see destination in Ha Giang Province. Be ready to discover Bac Me now and have fun!