Lang Biang Mountain

Brian and I set out on a small trekking adventure today. We managed to conquer the 2169 metre mountain known as Lang Biang (which apparently means Man and Woman).

Part of the trip we regret, was that we didn't ride the "zebra" up the road. Apparently there used to be tigers and zebras in these parts many years ago.

We rented a motorbike again today to take us to the foot of the mountain and it was all on foot after that. The first part of the hike was on a paved road winding through the pine trees. We were on the road longer than we thought we'd be, but our climb soon became a little bit more difficult.

A view of the mountain range in the background and terraced farmland in the foreground. This is a big farming area and we've been reaping the benefits at meal times, getting fresh vegetables we can't get elsewhere (like snow peas!!).

We soon turned off the road to follow a small trail about 4 km up to the peak of the mountain. It was very steep, and the clay was really slippery...but we made it, and were awarded with some amazing views of the countryside.

The walk back down wasn't the best part of the trip, with our legs aching and feet blistering, but all in all it was a really enjoyable way to spend the day. We've definitely earned our rice for supper tonight!

A view of Dalat at night.