In pictures: Surreal scenes as snow falls on Mount Fansipan

Visitors flock to Mount Fansipan to see snow.

Snowfall creates an impressive spectacle on Mount Fansipan.

Snow covers trees and buildings around the peak.

A surreal scene on Fansipan on the morning of January 27.

Snow begins to fall at an altitude of 2,800 metres and above.

Snow covers the roof of a temple.

Rhododendron trees, which are hundreds of years old, are covered in snow.

“Snow flowers” are formed on the tree branches.

A tourist plays with a snowball.

The flora on Mount Fansipan is covered in snow.

Snowfall is expected to continue in the coming days and create a thick layer on Mount Fansipan.

The spectacle on Mount Fansipan draws numerous photographers.

The temple gate is covered in a thin layer of snow.

The statue of Avalokitesvara is covered in snow.

Kim Anh, a tourist from Hanoi, said she was very lucky to experience snowfall on Mount Fansipan.

Visitors pose for photos with snow and frost.

Visitors pose for photos with snow and frost.

Visitors pose for photos with snow and frost.