Chu Mom Ray National Park AHP Area (2003)

Chu Nom Ray AHP Area – Photo on http://vuonquocgiachumomray.net/

Chu Mom Ray National Park was formed on the basis of Chu Mom Ray Nature Reserve with an area of ​​over 56,000 hectares, with high biodiversity and many precious genetic resources, and has been recognized by the Association of Southeast Asian Nations. Asia recognized as an ASEAN Heritage in 2004.

According to statistics on the flora, Chu Mom Ray has over 1,000 species, of which 131 species are identified as being in danger of extinction such as: orchids, gymnosperms, dioecious species, cycads… Besides, , there are about 2,000 other rare plant species such as: Kim Giao, Bamboo Pine, Tram, Rosewood…

In addition to the wealth of flora, fauna in Chu Mom Ray is also very diverse, with about 620 species, including 11 species of mammals, 370 species of birds, 45 species of reptiles, 20 species of freshwater fish, 17 species of Amphibians and 57 species of insects live, of which about 114 species are in the Vietnam and world red books.

In particular, the grassland – Ja Book valley, with an area of ​​more than 9,000 hectares in Chu Mom Ray, is a place that attracts many species of ungulates and rare carnivores such as wild buffalo, Indochinese tiger, and gaur. , elephants, black bears, fire leopards, Truong Son muntjac… and many other species of reptiles and amphibians come to live. In addition, on high mountain peaks such as Ngoc Vil peak, Chu Do peak, Ngoc Tu Ba peak, Chu Mom Ray peak are home to many species of primates and arboreal animals such as gibbons, langurs and other species. Precious birds such as hornbills, earth eagles, peacocks…

Visiting Chu Mom Ray, you will participate in journeys to nature such as conquering the mountains, walking in the forest to discover typical landmarks, observing and learning about the rich flora and fauna that are considered the most unique. second in Vietnam. Or visit places associated with history such as: Truong Son road, H67 site and Sac Ly hill – once the base of the Central Highlands soldiers, Phuong Hoang airport, Bo Y international border gate, hydroelectric power station. Yaly… And you can also visit ethnic minority villages, get acquainted with the H Lang, Gia Rai, Ko Dong, Ro Mam or Bo Rau ethnic groups – one of the ethnic groups with the smallest population in the modern world. Vietnamese families of 54 ethnic groups. Rest in a communal house or airy community house, enjoy Central Highlands dishes such as bamboo-tube rice, can wine, pounded salt and specialty herbs of the people here.

Source: Department of Natural Resources and Biodiversity