QUOTE(will @ Jan 22 2010, 01:52 AM)

The market at Bac Ha, about three hours from Sapa is also very interesting, and provides plenty of excellent photo ops.
I agree with you. Bac Ha market is one of a very beautiful and special market in Sa pa. i also want to recommend you 1 more beautiful place to visit too. Quan Lan island in Quang Ninh province. Quan Lan island is the farthest island of Bai Tu Long Bay with beautiful beach - white sand and clean, clear water.
If you have free time you should come there.