In the last days of the year, when the pace of life in the city gradually slows down, Lang Son, the northeasternmost land, is entering its most beautiful season.
The characteristic sweet cold, the faint mist on the mountainside and the early festival atmosphere make the New Year's travel journey to Lang land have a very unique attraction, both relaxing, exciting, calm and full of excitement for the new year.
Mau Son - hunting clouds, welcoming the New Year's rise
Mentioning Lang Son at the end of the year, we cannot ignore Mau Son - a place likened to the "roof of the Northeast".
With an altitude of over 1,500m, Mau Son during the New Year days is often immersed in fog and white clouds, with low temperatures, bringing a rare experience to tourists in the plains.
From early morning, many groups of young people and families choose to climb peaks, hunt for clouds, and welcome the New Year's sunrise amidst the sea of rolling clouds.
Homestays nestled on the mountainside, a warm fire, a cup of hot tea and a quiet space make the trip a true "change of wind" after a busy year.
Spiritual tourism - sending wishes for peace
Going hand in hand with nature, spiritual tourism is also a familiar choice for tourists when coming to Lang Son at the beginning of the year.
Tam Thanh Cave and Tam Thanh Pagoda are located in the middle of a majestic limestone mountain complex, with a natural stalactite system, a sacred and still space.
These days, people come to the pagoda to worship, sightsee, and pray for a peaceful and favorable new year.
Tourism is no longer simply sightseeing, but has become a journey to find spiritual balance, starting the new year with slow steps.
Bac Son - the colors of nature and the rhythm of village life
Leaving the city center, Bac Son brings another slice of Lang Xu tourism.
Bac Son valley at the end of the year is not brilliant with rice season, but it carries a pure and peaceful beauty.
From Na Lay Mountain, visitors can admire the valley, villages, and fields interspersed in thin mist.
Many tourists choose to stay at homestays, enjoy a meal flavored with mountains and forests, and listen to the everyday stories of local people.
Historical imprint and rhythm of border markets
The travel journey during the New Year holiday in Lang Son also becomes more complete when visiting the Mac Dynasty Citadel, Ai Chi Lang, which are landmarks associated with the history of national defense in the remote border region.
At the end of the day, strolling around Ky Lua Market, enjoying roasted duck, egg rolls, buying a few border region gifts is also a way to feel the vibrant but very familiar rhythm of life of Lang land.
Countdown 2026 and the New Year's opening moment
Talking to Lao Dong Newspaper, Mr. Doan Thanh Son - Vice Chairman of Lang Son Provincial People's Committee said that a special highlight during this New Year's Day is that Lang Son for the first time organized the 2026 Countdown program combined with art fireworks display on the night of December 31, 2025.
The event is expected to take place in the central urban area of the province, with special art performances.
In the characteristic chilly weather, the moment of fireworks shining brightly in the sky of the mountain town is not only of entertainment significance, but also a promising New Year greeting of a land that is gradually transforming.
Right in the early days of 2026, the province organized to welcome the first international tourist group through Huu Nghi International Border Gate, an activity with symbolic meaning for the prosperity of border tourism, affirming the role of Lang Son's gateway for trade and international connection," Mr. Doan Thanh Son added.
