To participate in such events, paragliding lovers must send their submission one month ahead of time along with a health examination certificate.
Khau Pha mountain pass in Mu Cang Chai district, Yen Bai province, which is famous for its stunning terraced fields, offers a wonderful location to host paragliding activities.
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Many H’mong ethnic people flock to the festival to watch the paragliding performances |
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Flying over the awesome landscape
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Paragliders start from the top of Khau Pha mountain pass, which is 1,500 metres above the sea level
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Paragliding festival attracts many tourists and locals alike
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Each paraglide session covers a distance of about 2.3km (skyway) from the Khau Pha pass to the landing ground.
Nhan Dan