Tam Dao, a small mountainous town in the northern province of Vinh Phuc, just 70km from Hanoi, has made it an attractive destination for visitors on weekends and holidays thanks to its cool weather throughout the year like Da Lat and Sa Pa.
Hanoi (VNS/VNA) - Tam Dao, a small mountainous town in the northern provinceof Vinh Phuc, just 70km from Hanoi, has made it an attractive destination for visitors on weekends and holidays thanks to its cool weather throughout the year like Da Lat and SaPa.
Domestic and foreign visitors head to Tam Dao, at 1,000m high, mostly on weekends, solo or ingroups, on sunny or chilly days. Although the town is small, there are plentyof options for tourists rushing here to escape the usual busy city life.
Young newlyweds can choose spots to take wedding photos, since Tam Dao offersan ancient stone church, silver waterfalls, jungles, pagodas, sunsets andpoetic overcast vistas. Visitors can stay at small mansions, looking down thevalley from their perch at one of the resorts.
Others can savour coffee at Windy Inn, famous for its restless wind blowing allday and night.
The ancient stone church in Tam Dao (File photo)
The ancient stone church is a common place to take pictures thanks to itsEuropean architecture style, which appears romantic when shrouded in fog.Especially, the vine-covered walls add to the mysterious fairy tale atmospherehere.
Climbingto Tam Dao is an unforgettable experience. The place is where many athleteschose to practise climbing. Many also come here to enjoy the winter stir-friedchayote bud, a specialty of the town.
If you are in search of a short weekend away, or simply wish to be far from themaddening city crowds, then throw your stress away and head to Tam Dao. –VNS/VNA
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A view of the resort in Tam Dao (Photo: VNA) 
The ancient stone church in Tam Dao (File photo) 
