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Exploring Thung Khe Pass is an interesting experience if you have the
opportunity to set foot in Mai Chau. The pass that leaves a deep impression on
most visitors here is the floating mist with majestic mountains looming.
Thung Khe Pass, also known as Da Trang (White Rock) Pass, is located between the
road to Mai Chau and Moc Chau, on National Highway 6, Hoa Binh Province. If you
have the opportunity to go to Mai Chau, you will surely not be able to forget
this wonderfully beautiful place.
With an altitude of more than 1000m above sea level, standing on the top of the
pass you can look far away to see a beautiful, peaceful and majestic Mai Chau
right below.
The road to Thung Khe Pass is becoming more and more popular and known after
being renovated and improved. Most tourist groups coming to Mai Chau stop to
take pictures and admire the scenery at the top of the pass. Right at the foot
of the pass is a beautiful landscape painting, making everyone feel moved when
witnessing it. Besides the quite dangerous roads, when you reach the destination
on the pass, you will no longer hesitate or regret the difficulties but enjoy
the scenery.
The first gift you receive when coming to Thung Khe Pass is the feeling of
peace, comfort and ease among the green vegetation. Away from the hustle and
bustle of the city out there, those who come to Thung Khe Pass feel like their
souls are healed. Let your soul drift with the wind, away from the hustle and
bustle of life, the crowded city.
Enjoy the beauty of Thung Khe Pass through 4 seasons
Each season in Thung Khe has its own unique beauty, so choosing the most
suitable season to visit Thung Khe pass depends on each person's preferences...
Spring:
You love the fresh air of budding buds, the slightly chilly air of winter. But
this is the season when everything feels most refreshing.
Summer:
Summer in Thung Khe Pass will be a bit dry, the air is a bit hot but in return
you will easily be able to see the scenery more clearly.
Autumn:
The season is suitable for you to hunt clouds because the weather is a bit cool,
with a chilly wind.
Winter:
Thung Khe Pass will become more attractive when entering winter with cold winds
blowing and light drizzle.
Note: From around July to August, there will be a lot of storms
and rain. You should avoid going during this time because landslides are likely
to occur, which is very dangerous. No matter when you travel to the pass, you
should monitor the weather and prepare the necessary equipment to ensure that
your trip is safe.
How to get to Thung Khe Pass?
If you travel from Hanoi, We recommend that you take Highway 6 to Hoa Binh city.
Then you travel another 40km to reach Thung Khe market. When you arrive at the
market, you can ask the locals about the location and directions to Thung Khe
pass.
Thung Khe Pass is actually a stopover for those traveling to Mai Chau , because
the distance to Mai Chau is very close. It only takes about 30km more to get
there.
Below are some buses to Mai Chau that will stop at Thung Khe Pass
- Binh An Passenger Bus (Starting from My Dinh station in Hanoi)
- Hoang Thao Passenger Bus (Starting from My Dinh station in Hanoi)
- Tuan Dung Passenger Car (Will depart from Yen Nghia station at 2:00 p.m.
daily)...
Some notes when visiting Thung Khe pass
Thung Khe pass is located quite high above sea level, so for the safest and most
comfortable trip, please note the following:
- Prepare warm clothes, handkerchiefs, towels to keep your body warm.
- Prepare personal items, medicines and necessary supplies for travel.
- When you come to explore the mountainous areas of the Northwest, prepare
yourself a pair of sturdy shoes so you can move easily without fear of foot
pain.
- When check in at Thung Khe pass, you should pay attention to traffic, because
this is a national highway so there are many means of transportation.
There are many shops selling drinks here, so ask the price before buying to
avoid getting ripped off.
Above is a summary of travel experiences to Thung Khe Pass, also known as Da
Trang Pass. Hopefully you can collect for yourself the most useful information
about the pass to make your upcoming trip more meaningful and complete.
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