Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Vietnam
Vietnam is a Southeast Asian country with beautiful natural scenery and rich tourism resources in its territory, which is popular among tourists from all over the world. Many literary films have been set in Vietnam because, as a former colonial country, Vietnam not only has the traditional beauty of Eastern culture but also has some more romantic elements of the West. With its endless mountains and vast seas, Vietnam is a country of great charm. If you want to take a Vietnam tour but don't know where to start, this article may bring you some inspiration. Let's see what famous attractions it has together.
Halong Bay
Halong Bay is located in the northern region of Vietnam, and it is an untouched wonder of nature. The fact that there are mountains on the sea and the sea around the mountains is its best feature. If you want to enjoy the beauty of Halong Bay up close, you need to take a boat, and the scenery varies greatly from time to time. Coming to Halong Bay before sunrise, we could see that the mountains in the distance were foggy and covered by a sea of clouds, and as the boat moved gradually, we slowly seemed to step into a fairyland. Coming to Halong Bay before sunset, the whole bay and islands are covered with a layer of gold and glittering, and it looks like a beautiful landscape painting from a distance. Halong Bay has a variety of islands, and there are many caves on the islands. The air inside is fresh and cool, making it a perfect place for summer visitors to escape the heat. One of the very famous places in Halong Bay is the heart-shaped bay. Several islands enclose the water, and a very beautiful heart-shaped pattern can be seen from a high altitude, which makes people marvel at nature's magic. Halong Bay is a beautiful and tranquil place where there is no traffic, only crystal-clear water and rolling hills above the sea. It is the perfect area for a relaxing vacation.
Halong Bay
Cu Chi Tunnels
The Cu Chi tunnels are a system of tunnels over 200 kilometers long that were once dug by the Vietnamese during the war between the United States and Vietnam. The entrance to the tunnel is very small. Only one person can enter at a time, and it is very hidden. The interior of Cu Chi Tunnels is very well equipped with other rooms such as bedrooms, war conference rooms, hospitals, and food storage rooms in the tunnels for better rest and preparation time during the war. Above the tunnel, helicopters and tanks used during the war remain today, and visitors can get a close look at them and experience tasting the food used by Vietnamese soldiers at that time. Perhaps you want to feel the tension of war for yourself? There is also a live military base area specifically for visitors, where they can personally try the feeling of shooting real guns.
My Son Valley
My Son Valley is a religious and cultural site of the ancient kingdom of Champa, also known as "Angkor Wat in Vietnam". Many Hindu temples and sculptures in the ancient Champa style remain here. Because of the very old age, the buildings here have long lost their original luster under the erosion of the wind and rain. In the dense gray and black bricks, we can vaguely see the prosperity of the original. My Son Valley is nestled in a valley surrounded by woods and hills, adding an invisible touch of mystery. The place is full of primitive flavor and contains the history and culture of the ancient Champa country, which makes visitors feel as if they have traveled back to that era in a valley far away from the city, leaving a deep impression.
My Son
Phu Quoc Island
Phu Quoc Island is one of the most unique tourist attractions in the Asia-Pacific region, with beautiful scenery and a lot of interesting places to visit, attracting a large number of tourists every year. There is a Custodian Temple on the island, built right on the beach. Every New Year, the locals come to the temple in full costume to burn incense and pray for good luck. There is a huge pure white statue of the Goddess of Mercy, who faces the tourists and the vast sea, as if she is conveying people's good wishes to the gods from afar. Coming to the beach by sea, there is a huge sculpture of a human head wall, which is divided into two halves, and there is a space in the middle, especially for tourists to take pictures. In addition, there are various artworks on the beach, such as rainbow ladders, jellyfish dancing in the wind, paint buckets full of graffiti, scrap-colored cars, and other various strange designs. When the sun is about to set, you can see colorful clouds in the distance, the azure water and golden sunset in front of you, and the tall coconut trees behind you, which is an absolutely stunning visual feast. You can't miss the cross-sea cable car to experience the sensation of leaping over the sea level when you come to Phu Quoc Island. At the same time, you can also enjoy different angles of the island and the sea in all directions, bringing visitors a new experience.
Hoi An Ancient City
The ancient city of Hoi An has a very long history as a trading port where merchants from all over the world used to live, so the buildings here have different styles. Many houses in the old city have yellow walls with colorful flowers climbing on them, where you can always take nice pictures. The Japanese porch bridge, which can be said to be the representative building of Hoi An, is a bridge that connects the cultures of Japan and Vietnam, and it is also one of the places where the background pattern of Vietnamese currency was taken. There are a variety of stores in Hoi An Old City, some selling Vietnamese specialties, some selling souvenirs of the old city, and many beautifully decorated and tasty coffee shops and Vietnamese clothing stores. When night falls, the lantern stores here will light up all the lanterns in different colors to make the whole ancient city charming and romantic. Some people also set off river lanterns on the river in small boats, releasing their good wishes.
Hoi An Ancient City
Hue Forbidden City
Hue Forbidden City was the royal palace of the Nguyen Dynasty, the last dynasty of Vietnam, and it was built with reference to the Chinese architecture of the Ming and Qing dynasties. The palace is surrounded by a moat outside, and a wide avenue at the entrance leads to the main hall. The gates of the Imperial City are painted with exquisite floral patterns, and large sunflowers are planted along the red walls of the inner courtyard, which have repeatedly blossomed and fallen over the centuries, bearing witness to the changes in history. It also had a theater which was the leisure place for the emperor and concubines. In the courtyard, there is a large pot filled with water, and this is because, in ancient times, houses were wooden structures, it is easier to catch fire, so place a large pot in the vicinity to facilitate timely fire. Walking through the palace and looking at the surrounding mottled walls makes visitors feel as if they have been transported back in time. If you are interested in the history of Vietnam, then don't miss this ancient and mysterious royal palace.
Hanoi Old Quarter
As a former French colony, Hanoi's Old Quarter still retains many French-style buildings. There is a special railroad running through the residential buildings, they are very close to each other, and it is the famous "train street". The railroad is lined with old mansions, and when the train is not moving, people will bring out chairs and sit on them to drink tea and chat while children run around playing games on the railroad. When the train comes, people will pack up their things to make way for the train, and the train coming from afar looks very harmonious with the surrounding residents. Thirty-six Row Street is the heart of the old town, with a street of food and drink, a street of bars, and a street of clothing, each selling something with a different theme. Many tourists who come to this area also choose to stay in this neighborhood for convenience. This is because many of the attractions are not far from Thirty-six Street. For example, there is a beautiful night view of Lake Sword and the French-style St. Joseph's Cathedral nearby. It is full of narrow alleys and old buildings, giving the whole old town a vintage look and a deep sense of history.
There is an amazing water market on the Mekong River in Vietnam. Every day at dawn, vendors selling fruits and vegetables arrive in their boats, and the entire river is floating with boats of all sizes, with a wide array of goods accumulating in a very distinctive way. Here we can see the traditional Vietnamese water trade, where the vendors hang what they sell on a long bamboo pole on the bow of the boat, which is their signboard. If you want to eat, just wave at the boats in the distance, and they will paddle near you to serve you. On top of that, some of the boats sell lottery tickets, which is so much fun.
Hanoi Old Quarter
Mekong Delta
The Mekong Delta is the largest plain in Southeast Asia. The natural environment here is very well protected, and the river is covered with jungle. Many tourists who come to this will choose to paddle parade because the scenery on both sides looks beautiful. Because it is in a tropical area, there are many tropical fruit orchards with dense coconut trees in this neighborhood. Visitors can also experience for themselves how to make coconut sugar and coconut oil. The villages on the small islands of the Mekong River are inhabited by people who are fruit growers, some of whom also raise fish, and in some fish ponds, there are even crocodiles. We traveled in small boats through the dense jungle of the river, and at any moment, we might discover something new. There is also a special drink, banana wine, here. The Mekong Delta is different from the bustle of the market. It is more about the silence and mystery of nature, which makes you feel very relaxed.
Sapa Terraces
When you come to Sapa in Vietnam, you can't miss the Sapa terraces, which are magnificent and a great summer resort. Sapa terraces show different visual effects in different seasons, and it is quite stunning to look down from a high place. As the sun gradually rises, when the sunlight penetrates the mountain fog, the terraces surrounded by mountains also gradually become clear from blur. The terraces are interspersed with villagers' houses, and in the distance, clouds shroud the landscape, which looks like an ink-splashed landscape painting from afar. There is also a cable car and infinity pool, which gives a comfortable and wonderful experience away from the hustle and bustle of the world.
Sapa Terraces
Nha Trang
As a coastal country with a coastal line of around 3260 kilometers, there is no shortage of beautiful beaches with soft sand, warm ocean water, and bright sunshine, especially in the city of Nha Trang, which has become one of the most famous attractions in Vietnam. Next to the winding Pacific Coast Highway of Vietnam is the sparkling waves where you can see the colorful sailboats racing for their champion, and back to the beach, where is the paradise of water activities such as hopping between different islands, diving with scuba to view the wonderland of fish and coral under the water, and the most exciting entertainment in different themes of the water park, always bustling and lively with fresh food and music. Or take a ride on one of the Vinpearl cable cars to get a different perspective of the sea and sky, which is quite romantic to watch the magnificent sunset.
The beauty of Vietnam needs to be experienced with care. Whether it is the blue and clear sea, the quiet and mysterious Mekong River, or the royal city with a long history, different attractions make up this fascinating country. The French-style houses everywhere are interspersed with the local Vietnamese architecture, forming a unique landscape. The pace of life in Vietnam is leisurely and slow, and there are many cuisines. Vietnamese food is more focused on the taste of the food itself, so it has a unique flavor. If you're looking for a hassle-free Vietnam journey, you can contact us. We will create a tailor-made itinerary and provide you with a series of Vietnam private tour services to ensure that you have fun. We look forward to your consultation.
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