Ma Le Ancient Village

Introduction to Ma Le ancient village

Ma Le ancient village is located in Ma Le commune, Dong Van district, about 13 km from the center of Dong Van town. This place is located on the way to Lung Cu flagpole, so it is very convenient for tourists to stop. This place carries in itself the beauty of the old, fully preserving the unique cultural and architectural values of the indigenous people.

Compared to many other destinations in Ha Giang, this ancient village is still new and not known by many tourists. After just one visit here, you will immediately "fall in love" with the beauty and calmness of this place. Everything in Ma Le is quiet and peaceful.

Cultural Information

After being established over 200 years ago, this ancient village also preserves and develops traditional indigenous culture. Among them are hundred-year-old old houses, bearing very special architectural imprints. Visiting Ma Le ancient village is an opportunity for guests to learn about and see more authentically the old houses in real life. The items inside the house are made very elaborately and meticulously from ground wood, red pine, stone pine, etc. In particular, the Giay people also skillfully use floral and animal motifs as a way of reflecting their own lifestyle. In terms of structure, the Giay's house is a 2-storey house on stilts, convenient for activities of the 4 seasons of the year. For many tourists in Ha Giang, visiting and living in old houses is a great experience. Having stayed here, you will see more of the unique architecture of the houses, and stay overnight to feel the difference compared to modern hotels in the city.