The Roof of Indochina - Sun World Fansipan Legend
Sun World Fansipan Legend is a mountain resort and cultural tourism complex located in the Sapa, Vietnam, Hoang Lien Son mountain range, offering breathtaking views, spiritual landmarks, and thrilling experiences. It is most famous for its cable car which allows visitors to reach the summit of Fansipan, the highest peak in Vietnam, in just 15-20 minutes.
Main Attractions:
1. Fansipan Cable Car
- One of the longest and highest cable cars in the world** (6,292m long, 1,410m elevation gain).
- Offers spectacular views of rice terraces, misty valleys, and mountain peaks
- The ride takes about 15-20 minutes from the base station to near the summit.
2. Muong Hoa Funicular Train
- A train ride from Sapa town to the cable car station
- Passes through beautiful Muong Hoa Valley with stunning terraced fields.
3. Spiritual and Cultural Landmarks
- The Great Buddha Statue – A giant bronze Buddha seated on the mountain.
- Bich Van Zen Monastery – A peaceful Buddhist temple with scenic surroundings.
- Heaven’s Gate– A famous viewpoint overlooking the valley and clouds.
- Thanh Van Dac Lo Sky Gate– A sacred gate symbolizing the pathway to the heavens.
4. Summit of Fansipan (3,143m)
- After reaching the cable car station at 2,800m, visitors can either:
- Hike (600 steps) to the summit (~20-30 minutes).
- Take a funicular train (extra fee) for a quick ride to the top.
- Offers 360-degree panoramic views above the clouds.
Best Time to Visit:
- March – May: Clear skies, cherry blossoms, and warm weather.
- September – November: Cool weather with golden rice terraces.
- December – February: Cold, misty, and sometimes snow-covered
🕰️Business Hours:
- Monday – Friday: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Saturday – Sunday:7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
🎫 Cable Car Ticket :
- Adults: ~850,000 VND (~RM 160)
- Children (1m – 1.4m tall): ~550,000 VND (~RM 105)
- Children under 1m: Free
🎟️ Ticket:
- Mountain Train (Muong Hoa funicular): 100,000 VND (~RM 20) per way
- Funicular to Fansipan peak: 150,000 VND (~RM 30) per way
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