Admiring the largest rice field in the Northwest

The Muong Thanh rice field in Dien Bien province is the largest in Vietnam’s Northwest region, covering an area of over 140 square kilometres and stretching over 20 kilometres across several communes and wards in Dien Bien district and Dien Bien Phu city. Besides its economic value, the Muong Thanh rice field also holds historical significance in regard to the Dien Bien Phu Campaign.

National Highway No 279 runs through the Muong Thanh rice field. (Photo: VNA)

Farmers harvest rice in the Muong Thanh rice field. (Photo: VNA)

The golden rice harvest in the Muong Thanh rice field. (Photo: VNA)

The peaceful scenery of the Muong Thanh rice field. (Photo: VNA)

During the harvest, viewed from above, the Muong Thanh rice field appears as a vibrant palette of different hues. (Photo: VNA)