About 6 hours drive from Hanoi, passing through winding roads with twists and turns, Hoang Su Phi stands proudly among thousands of terraced fields more than 400 years old that have been recognized as National Monuments and beautiful hidden homestays. And in the midst of that enchanting scene, Panhou Retreat is like a blue jewel that brings a sense of tranquility and peace.
Panhou was built by a French-Vietnamese travel enthusiast couple Michel Galey and Lan Phuong. In 1997, when they came to Hoang Su Phi and stopped to stay in Thong Nguyen. They immediately "fell in love" with the landscape and climate here along with the uniqueness of the local national culture.
Loving the beautiful highland land, where up to 12 ethnic groups live, the couple has made efforts and determination to create Panhou, maintaining important criteria: Absolutely respecting nature and sustainable values; honoring culture, supporting ethnic minorities to develop the local economy. The name Panhou was also specially chosen after the origin of the Dao people with the origin of the name of the king in the legend of the Dao people, Long Khuyen Ban Ho (Ban Vuong).
If Hoang Su Phi is known as a highland land with rich traditional cultural treasures of 12 ethnic groups, at Panhou Retreat, people can easily feel the bold and unique culture of the Dao people. The characteristic red color on the costume motifs of the Dao people is used as a highlight color in the architectural style and many designs at Panhou. On the warm color of wood, the yellow color of the main Indochina style and the overwhelming green of nature, the red color still makes a strong impression to enter the "memory zone" of visitors.
Panhou Retreat brings new experiences and activities to nourish the body - mind - mind associated with the peaceful and beautiful natural scenery: Soak in the Dao leaf soaking tub according to a secret recipe passed down through generations; Traditional therapeutic massage helps to relax; Tea Meditation - The Art of Thinking; practicing yoga by the stream...
Notably, after many years of collecting, Panhou Retreat has exhibited a collection of ethnic costumes, honoring the cultural and historical beauty of ethnic minorities in Hoang Su Phi. More than 90% of the staff at the resort are local ethnic minorities, they are trained in tourism operations, learn English, improve their cultural level, etc. They are also Panhou "ambassadors" who inspire and love Hoang Su Phi to each visitor.
A day out in the tranquil space of Panhou is a great gift for those who want to find a break after a busy day.
Address: Lang Giang, Thong Nguyen, Hoang Su Phi, Ha Giang
Phone: +84-966-615-050
Website: https://panhouretreat.com/
Photo: Panhou Retreat
Source: VNN