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Fansipan

The highest peak in Indochina, located in northwest Vietnam, towering 3,147.3 meters above sea level.

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Fansipan sounds like some fancy candy, but it’s actually the tallest peak in Indochina clocking in at 3,143 meters of pure glory. It’s earned the nickname “The Roof of Indochina,” and what can I say? There’s nothing like a proper rooftop view. You might assume that getting to the top of Fansipan isn’t for the faint of heart, but there are a couple of ways to tackle it depending on your stamina (or willpower). It’s possible to trek on your own on a few different trails, go with a guide, or take a cable car through the clouds.

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