There isn’t much left of the old Son La Prison but what has remained is still enough to send chills down the spine. Situated on the summit of Khau Ca Hill and overlooking Son La Town, this former prison is a ghastly reminder of the horrors that were regularly inflicted in the era of French rule. We have to go back to 1908 to uncover the origins of Son La Prison. It began …
Bach Long Pedestrian Bridge – Son La Province
With a name translated to English as “White Dragon,” Bach Long pedestrian bridge in Son La Province is a treat for sightseers who aren’t afraid of heights. It first opened on April 30, 2022, and has already attracted thousands to come and experience this magnificent structure located in the Moc Chau Island Tourist Area. The 632-meter/2073-foot glass-bottom bridge is claimed …
Son La Province, Vietnam
Curving to form the international border with Laos, Son La Province sits in the Northwest Region of Vietnam. A highly valued tourist destination, the province has often been called the "Gateway to Vietnam’s Northwest". Gentle in nature, the province is steeped in an illustrious history, rich culture, and majestic landscapes. Tourism in Son La is limited with most of the …
Black (Da) River – Northwest Vietnam
The Black River, also known as “Da River,” is 910 km/565 miles long and stretches over both China and Vietnam. Roughly 427 km/265 miles of the river is in China, while the remaining portion flows through northwestern Vietnam, and it’s one of the most significant tributaries of the Red River. In addition to traveling through the Lai Chau, Son La, and Hoa Binh provinces, the …