Mu Cang Chai, in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai, is renowned for its terraced fields, particularly in Autumn, when the rice pads are ripe.




The beauty of rice fields in the northwestern region












Terraced rice fields span from mountain peaks to springs





A view of Cao Pha valley






Rice is grown once a year and totally subject to weather.






Most of the harvesting and preserving stages are manual.







A peaceful life












Com is a special dish in the harvest time






Farmers are harvesting rice







Harvesting time is between September and October






Rice is mainly grown in La Pan Tan, Che Cu Nha, Thao Chua Chai 







H’mong children

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