Sapa In Winter Photos: Festivals & Activities In Sapa, Vietnam Travel

Sapa is a town in the highlands, a land of humility and quietly but hides many wonders of the natural landscape. There are lots of attractive tourist destination in Sapa that visitors can come for sightseeing, but the not-to-be-missed one is definitely Fansipan. You will be able to both witness a completely distinctive Sapa in winter from the top of the mountain and immerse yourself in the spiritual atmosphere there. Now let’s start the trip at the so-called “Roof of Indochina”!

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1. Amitabha Buddha Statue

One of the notable attractions at the top of the Fansipan Mountain is the Amitabha Buddha statue (Đại tượng Phật A Di Đà). This is the largest bronze Buddha statues in Vietnam with a height of 21.5 meters, molded with modern techniques.

The statue marked a new achievement in the construction of spiritual, cultural works when applying meticulous techniques first appeared in Vietnam.

2. Dai Hong Chung Watchtower

The 35-meter Dai Hong Chung watchtower (đài gác Đại Hồng Chung) is an impressive highlight in the Fansipan spiritual complex.

The bell on the rooftop of Dai Hong Chung watchtower. In fact, “Dai Hong Chung” is the name of the bell, and the tower was just called after that.

Dai Hong Chung and a corner of Bich Van Thien Tu (Bích Vân Thiền Tự) from above.

3. Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva Statue

Every architecture in the spiritual tourism complex on the top Fansipan is not only the stop for visitors to pray but also a place that helps ease their soul. Holding hands in front of the 9-meter Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva statue (tượng Quán Thế Âm Bồ Tát), you will feel the peace that is hard to find in the busy life.

The pathway to the statue is like a huge python across the mountain.

4. Fansipan Cable Car Station

Viewing from Fansipan cable car station (ga cáp treo Fansipan), where you can buy cable car tickets to start your journey.

The modern design inside the Fansipan cable car station will definitely satisfy visitors.

With a total length of approximately 2 kilometers, Muong Hoa mountain railway (tàu leo núi Mường Hoa) connecting Sapa Town and Fansipan cable car station is the longest and most modern mountain railway in Vietnam until the present time.

5. Gorgeous Landscapes

Tourists will certainly be overwhelmed by the majestic beauty of the Hoang Lien Son mountain range (dãy Hoàng Liên Sơn).

On clear days, visitors will totally admire the vastness and magnificence of the Northwest mountains and sky.

Floating clouds like in heaven will be the perfect background for your “check-in” photos.

Viewing panoramically, you will see villages of ethnic minorities.

The whole Sapa in winter city become such tiny when seeing from “The roof of Indochina.”

The green terraced fields are specialties of Sapa in winter in particular and the Northwest region in general.

Looking down on the terrace fields of ethnic villages from a different angle. Stops along the way up are essential since the tourists include all ages.

Partially hidden in the cloud sea, spiritual architectures are one of the major reasons that attract people to Fansipan.

The ancient temple lies peacefully in the fanciful scenery.

You will feel like you are above the clouds when reaching the top of the mountain.

Admiring the magical scenery at sunrise or sunset in the mountain is always an unforgettable experience for those who love nature.

The poetic scenery captured when the sun is about to go down the mountain.

In Sapa in winter, we can shake off all the sorrow of life to leisurely enjoy the fresh air and charming environment.

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It is really worth a try coming to Sapa and Fansipan at least once. Then, do not hesitate to share with us your thoughts in the comment box below. For other articles about other attractions around Vietnam, please check our Vina homepage.