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Hailstorm poured on Fansipan peak

A hailstorm accompanied by whirlwinds slammed on Fansipan peak in Sa Pa township in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai in the early morning of February 5, according to the provincial hydro-meterological station.

Snow covers Fansipan Mountain peak today

Heavy snow fell early on December 28 morning when the temperature dropped below zero, blanketing Fansipan Mountain peak and a large area down the mountain.

Temperatures falls below zero, ice and frost recorded on Fansipan Mt peak

The mountain peak of Fansipan, the highest in Vietnam and Indochina, saw ice and frost as temperatures fell below zero on December 17.

Fansipan among five top destinations for mountain trekking at year-end

Renowned tourism website Women's Weekly of Singapore has named Fansipan among the leading five destinations to visit for mountain trekking at the end of the year, with the website noting the Vietnamese mountain’s impressive views.

Rose valley in misty Sapa

The rose valley in the Sun World Fansipan Legend tourist area in Sapa town, in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, has been recognised as the largest of its kind in Vietnam.

Hordes of tourists head to the peak of Fansipan

Located in the northern province of Lao Cai, Fansipan saw thousands of visitors flocking to the top of the nation’s tallest mountain over the weekend to enjoy the sight of ice and frost.

Top 10 winning photos from ‘Vietnam’s landscapes from height’ contest

The top 10 winning photos from the ‘Vietnam’s landscapes from a height’ have been documenting the country’s most stunning landscapes.

Ethnic dancing festival held on the peak of Fansipan excites crowds

An ethnic dancing festival is currently underway on the peak of Fansipan, the highest mountain in Indochina, in the mountainous northern province of Lao Cai, attracting a large number of local visitors and tourists.

Fansipan peak found to be 4m higher than old measurement

The height of the Fansipan peak in the northern mountainous province of Lao Cai, the highest mountain in Indochina, was actually 3,147.3 metres, according to the Department of Survey Mapping and Geographic Information.

 

Fansipan flower valley enchants visitors

Visitors to Fansipan in the misty town of Sapa in the northern province of Lao Cai this season have a chance to witness a valley of stunning flowers.

 

Guinness cable car offers services to over 40,000 tourists

 The world’s longest three-rope cable car connecting Muong Hoa Valley and Fansipan Mountain in the northern province of Lao Cai has helped some 40,000 tourists conquer the so-called “Roof of Indochina” in one month of operation.

Four tourist sites in Vietnam that need permits

 VietNamNet Bridge – To conquer Fansipan, Pu Si Lung, Bach Moc Luong Tu and A Pa Chai, tourists must get a permit from the local border posts or management boards.

Admiring starry sky on Bach Moc Luong Tu mountain top

 VietNamNet Bridge – Bach Moc Luong Tu range which is 3,046m above the sea level has become an attraction to many adventurous tourists because of its primary and breathtaking beauty.

Weak advocacy hurting tourism sector

 VietNamNet Bridge – Le Thu Mai was looking for leads for her next vacation at the end of April when she stumbled up on "Vietnam Timeless Charm".

Conquering the Fansipan

 VietNamNet Bridge – The Fansipan, often dubbed the Roof of Indochina since it at 3,143m is the highest mountain in Indochina, is becoming a favorite destination among professional mountain climbers.

Octogenerian climber still in peak condition

 The Asian Book of Records has recognised the efforts of an 83-year-old Vietnamese man who has climbed Mt Fansipan, the highest peak in Indochina - not once, but four times.

Conquering Fansipan from the ground up

 VietNamNet Bridge – While Viet Nam's tallest mountain is certainly not as intimidating as Everest, reaching the summit is hardly an easy feat. Le Viet Khanh describes the unforgettable experience of tackling Mount Fansipan.

Sea of clouds viewed from Fansipan

 VietNamNet Bridge – Here are stunning pictures of clouds, taken from the 3,140-metre high Fansipan, which is called the roof of Indochina.

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Fansipan fir and rhododendron trees to be honoured

 VietNamNet Bridge – Leaders of Hoang Lien National Park near Sapa Town in Lao Cai Province is proposing to honour the groups of fir and rhododendron trees on the Fansipan Mountain as the heritage trees of Vietnam.