23rd Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Exploring Dong Lam Meadow

Visitors embark on bamboo rafts to explore the stunning beauty of Dong Lam Meadow during the floating water season. Located in Lang Son Province, Vietnam, Dong Lam is a newly discovered travel destination — a vast green meadow embraced by majestic limestone mountains. From July onward, rising waters gradually submerge much of the grassland, transforming it into a shimmering emerald lake. Here, travelers can enjoy peaceful rides on bamboo rafts guided by local residents at a modest price, or paddle freely across the crystal waters by kayak.

Photo Detail
Date Taken: 09.2023
Date Uploaded: 11.2025
Photo Location: Lạng Sơn, Vietnam
Camera: FC7303
Copyright: © Minh Chu Van