Dinh Vua Mèo

We stopped here at the end of the first day of our hi gang loop and it was nice to see a local town with such rich history. The house has loads of history which our tour guide explained so it’s worth going with your guide or just join a group and listen in if your alone.

Interesting and worth a stop to check out the h'mong palace, the building is interesting and unique architecture, the grounds aren't so big so can easily visit 30 mins - 1 hour. Some good meat skewers being cooked by some ladies make a good breakfast or snack in the parking lot.

Dinh Vua Mèo was one of the most memorable places I visited in Hà Giang and absolutely worth a stop during the loop. The palace sits in a quiet valley near Đồng Văn, surrounded by mountains, and the setting alone already makes the visit special. Once inside, you walk through wooden halls, stone courtyards and rooms that belonged to the Vương royal family more than a century ago. The architecture is a unique mix of H’Mông, Chinese and French influences, and it still feels surprisingly intact. The entrance fee is very affordable, only around 20,000–25,000 VND per person, and the site is open roughly from early morning until late afternoon. You only need about 30 minutes to one hour to explore everything, making it a perfect short stop before continuing the loop. There are small stalls outside selling snacks and drinks, and parking is easy if you arrive by motorbike. One thing to keep in mind is that the palace does not have much written information. Signage is limited and not always in English, so without a guide you may miss some of the history behind the building. A few areas feel a bit worn down, but for me that added to the authentic atmosphere of an old mountain residence. If you expect a modern museum with explanations everywhere, this may feel a bit simple. Overall, the visit was peaceful, culturally interesting and visually impressive. The quiet courtyards, the mountain backdrop and the sense of history make the palace stand out among the usual tourist stops. For such a low entrance fee and such a beautiful location, Dinh Vua Mèo is a great addition to any Hà Giang itinerary and I truly recommend visiting it

A very old king palace, incredibly conserved. Better to have a guide to explain the whole story, very interesting.

The palace was built for the H'Mong king, also called King Meo’s palace, and still well preserved till today. The palace has a unique architecture with a combination of three culture: Mong, French and Chinese. Legend has it that the King Meo found masters from China who understood astronomy, geography, and physiognomy to consult and find a favorable terrain and good feng shui to build this palace. It's worth a visit.

The Vua Meo Palace (King of the Hmong Palace) is worth visiting only with a guide who can share the rich history of the Vương family and the role this house played in the region’s past. Without a guide, it's just an empty house with a few old photos and a single ancestral altar — not much to see or understand. Entrance ticket: 40,000 VND per person.

This is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit, and it was quite empty when we were there, which made it feel even more calm. There’s a small entrance fee, and while there isn’t a lot to do on site, it’s still an interesting historical stop, especially as part of a wider tour. The architecture is well preserved and gives a good sense of the history of the place. One thing to note is that most of the information inside isn’t in English, so bringing a translation app or visiting with a guide would definitely help you get more out of the experience. A quiet, well-kept site that’s worth a short visit if you’re interested in history and traditional architecture.

A 100+ years old palace. Great architecture. Mix of Chinese and Hmong culture.