Chu Viet Bac
A journey to Nam Mu reveals one of Tuyen Quang’s most captivating mountain landscapes.
Nestled in the mountainous forests of western Tan Quang Commune, Tuyen Quang Province, Nam Mu is home to a majestic waterfall fed by streams descending from the Tay Con Linh Range. The waterways weave through rocks, moss, and cool, damp vegetation before cascading into the forest below.
The roar of water crashing onto the rocks echoes through the trees, blending with the wind and rustling leaves to create a natural symphony. Nam Mu Waterfall needs no embellishment; its appeal lies in its unspoiled beauty.
The journey to the falls passes through a memorable stopover: Nam An Village, a highland community that has retained much of its traditional way of life. The Red Dao residents continue to preserve their distinctive culture through their dress, stilt houses, customs, indigenous knowledge, and close relationship with the surrounding forest and waterways. The vivid red of the women’s traditional attire stands out against the green mountain landscape, making a visit to Nam Mu not only a chance to admire its natural beauty but also to experience the region’s rich indigenous heritage.
In Tan Quang, sturgeon farming has gradually developed thanks to its cold, clean water and favorable ecological conditions. Nam An Village alone is home to nearly 40 fish-farming households, providing a stable source of income for local residents. The commune is also developing products under the Tan Quang Sturgeon brand with traceable origins. As a result, a visit to Nam Mu offers more than waterfalls, forests, and local culture. Visitors can also sample sturgeon, a regional specialty raised in the clear, cool waters of the surrounding mountains.
With convenient access from National Highway 2 and the Tuyen Quang-Ha Giang Expressway, the journey to Nam Mu Waterfall is becoming easier, creating new opportunities for Tan Quang’s green tourism, indigenous culture, and highland specialties. There, water continues to flow through mountain rocks, ancient forests, and peaceful villages, inviting visitors to discover a landscape that remains remarkably unspoiled.
