The view I adore most lies in Ha Giang—alas, it is not shown here as my camera malfunctioned upon reaching the lookout. Some vistas are destined to be etched in memory rather than captured in photographs. To truly experience this magical destination, spend three days weaving through it on a moped, and make sure to visit the villages of the beautiful ethnic groups that call this region home.

Various spots along the Ha Giang Loop