Ham Rong Mountain, located in the heart of Sapa Town in Lao Cai Province of Vietnam, is a nature-lovers' delight and a cultural wonder. The name 'Ham Rong' is translated as ‘Dragon's Jaw’, and the mountain is steeped in local legend. At an elevation of approximately 1800 meters above sea level, visitors can explore themed gardens, stone forests, and a European flower garden. The ascent to the mountain provides panoramic views of Sapa, its rice terraces, and the surrounding highlands. Ham Rong is home to an array of orchid gardens and ethnic cultural performances, showcasing the diversity of the Vietnamese highlands. A climb to the summit offers a spectacular vista, with the peak resembling a dragon’s head looming in the clouds. Traditional local activities, art displays, and festivals are also a common sight, offering insight into the rich cultural tapestry of the region. The mountain is accessible by foot from Sapa town, making it an easy-to-reach destination for trekkers and tourists alike. With striking scenery, vibrant culture, and a touch of mythical allure, Ham Rong Mountain is a captivating attraction for any visitor to northern Vietnam.
Ham Rong is worth a visit when it's not cloudy in Sa Pa. The entrance fee is acceptable, but the viewpoint is from our point of view the only highlight in the park.
The viewpoint is a little bit diff..
2 hours is more than enough to enjoy the walk and view
It is more of a hill than mountain but it has a great view of Sapa town at the top. No guide needed.
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Wrote on 9th Jun, 2023
Steep Climb but Worth the Effort
Not as touristy as other areas, but you will get the best view of SAPA here. Be prepared for lots of steep steps and high chance of not know where you are. Everything else along the hike was just po..
Strange place. We wanted to hike up the mountain but don't know if this is possible, we arrived at a gate which looked like someone's home and farmland and didn't want to trespass.
The "resort" is a ..
As the funicular at Fansipan was closed and we had a few hours to burn, we decided to do a little hike up Ham Rong Mountain, as a 'warm up' for our 2D 1N trek the next day. Good views once you reached..