With its majestic natural scenery and simple, rustic way of life, Lac Village in Mai Chau is an extremely popular tourist destination in Hoa Binh province. Located in the Mai Chau valley, Lac Village enjoys a very cool and fresh climate.

Moreover, this region is the cradle of Thai ethnic culture, so when visiting, in addition to admiring the beautiful natural scenery and enjoying the fresh air, tourists can also discover the traditional culture of the Thai people in Hoa Binh province.

Lac Village in Mai Chau is an ancient village nestled in a valley in Chieng Chau commune, Mai Chau district, Hoa Binh province, about 140 km west of Hanoi. Lac Village is one of the oldest villages, with a history of over 700 years, and is home to the White Thai ethnic group.

According to the guide, the people of Bản Lác in Mai Châu used to belong mostly to five clans. They relied on farming and traditional brocade weaving for their livelihood. In recent years, as tourists discovered and appreciated the area, Bản Lác has begun to develop its economy, particularly by offering tourists the option of renting traditional stilt houses for accommodation and unique experiences.

In Bản Lác, Mai Châu, there are only about 20 homestays in stilt houses for tourists to stay in. The local people still maintain their simple, rustic charm amidst the majestic natural scenery of the mountains and forests, interspersed with the poetic beauty of the valleys and golden rice paddies.

Throughout all four seasons, Bản Lác in Mai Châu is nestled in the ethereal mists of the valley and surrounded by majestic mountain ranges. It is a popular destination attracting numerous domestic and international tourists.

Each season, Bản Lác in Mai Châu boasts a different beauty, yet all are captivating. Located in the Northwest mountainous region, Bản Lác enjoys a mild climate year-round. Therefore, no matter when you visit, you can always feel the cool, fresh air of the mountains and forests.

From Hanoi, you can take a bus along Thang Long Boulevard to the Hoa Lac – Hoa Binh expressway to Hoa Binh city.

After stopping in Hoa Binh, you can continue your journey from Hoa Binh city to Ban Lac, Mai Chau by motorbike. Along the way, you can conquer the Cun Pass and Thung Khe Pass. Although the road has many winding slopes and treacherous terrain, the natural scenery is incredibly majestic. You can stop at Thung Khe and look down from above at the peaceful Mai Chau valley with its small houses nestled among vast, endless rice fields. After passing Thung Khe, continue a short distance further to reach Ban Lac, Mai Chau.

When traveling to Bản Lác in Mai Châu, you can choose to stay at homestays right in the village to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Thái ethnic people. Alternatively, you can choose a hotel in Hòa Bình province for greater convenience when traveling to Mai Châu and exploring other destinations in Hòa Bình province.

In contrast to the majestic, towering mountain scenery along the road from Thung Khe to Mai Chau, Ban Lac presents tourists with a rustic, peaceful image: vast rice fields stretching as far as the eye can see, with distant hills shrouded in white mist and clouds drifting lazily across the sky.

Lac Village in Mai Chau attracts tourists with its stilt houses nestled amidst the misty white fog beneath the lush green hills.

Visitors can rent bicycles and cycle along the village roads to enjoy the fresh air. In addition, they can admire the waterfalls and the majestic scenery combining mountains, forests, and water.

When visiting Bản Lác in Mai Châu, you shouldn’t miss the opportunity to admire Chiều Cave – a stunning destination in Bản Lác. Chiều Cave has two levels with many uniquely shaped and beautiful stalactites. Chiều Cave is thousands of years old and is one of the prides of the local people.

To reach Chiều Cave, you have to walk up 1200 steps. Along the path are shady Xà Pùng trees. On the first level of Chiều Cave, the space is quite airy with stalactite formations eroded and weathered over thousands of years. Here, you can also admire the white rock slabs – a distinctive feature of Chiều Cave, formed by small stalactites gradually descending to create many rough shapes resembling coral reefs.

Upon reaching the second level, you’ll be able to admire many more complex and unique limestone formations in Chiều Cave, such as the statue of a Thai girl. Furthermore, when sunlight shines on the formations, they create a beautiful, shimmering golden-silver hue. This is an ideal spot for visitors to capture artistic backlit photographs.

Bản Lác in Mai Châu is home to the White Thai ethnic group, so you’re sure to have wonderful experiences about the life and culture of the local people.

In Bản Lác, the locals have a very attractive and unique nighttime bonfire activity. The people here are known for their friendliness and always warmly welcome tourists. When you visit, you will have the opportunity to experience the evening bonfire with the locals, singing and dancing to traditional Thai folk songs and sharing activities around the flickering firelight.

The campfire area in Ban Lac is located in the open space next to Ban Lac 2 bridge. This is where people fly kites or organize activities that reflect the unique cultural identity of the highlands, such as bamboo pole dancing, etc.

Furthermore, Bản Lác has long been famous for its traditional brocade weaving. Therefore, when you come here, in addition to learning about the traditional hand-weaving techniques of the locals, you can also wear beautiful Thai ethnic costumes and take photos to capture memorable moments with your friends and family.

Highland markets are a fascinating experience that you can only truly enjoy when visiting the northern mountainous regions. The market in Bản Lác, Mai Châu, also possesses many unique characteristics of highland markets. In Bản Lác, the market usually takes place early in the morning, as early as around 5 a.m.

While strolling through the market, tourists will find a wide variety of specialty products from the highlands. Many may be particularly overwhelmed by the colorful stalls selling brocade fabrics such as brocade dresses, scarves, blouses, Thai-style flared skirts, and traditional tools like bamboo flutes and crossbows… all at reasonable prices.

Lac Village in Mai Chau is a newly discovered tourist destination, possessing a beauty that combines the majestic grandeur of the mountains with the rustic charm of a traditional village.