As well as superb rice terraces, spectacular mountain views, colourful hill tribe markets and the famous Mount Fansipan – ‘the roof of Indochina’, Sapa is one of the most beautiful trekking sites in northern Vietnam with a dense network of mountain trails. Hiking through ethnic minority villages, past rice terraces and rolling mountains, gives you the chance to get a glimpse of local cultures and immerse yourself in natural beauty.
Category Archives: Vietnam Attractions
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The Ho Chi Minh Trail also known as Truong Son road stands out as one of the most spectacular and unique roads in my country. At the moment, the road is relatively unknown and sparsely populated, allowing bikers to experience that feeling of wind in the hair, fresh air and exploring the world. It’s the kind of thrill that tickles something deep in the primitive mind that reminds you that you’re human of Vietnam.
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If you are lucky enough to visit the Da Nang city, you can admire the beauty of a magnificent coastal town and the famous bridges along the romantic Han River. Tourists are strongly advised to visit the Cham Sculpture Museum, where relics of the sculptural art of the Champa kingdom are preserved and listen to the echoes of time in each precious artefact.
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Ben Tre province located in the Mekong Delta in Southern Vietnam, is famously known as the “Coconut Land” due to its endless coconut groves, tranquil rivers, and unique cultural heritage of the Mekong Delta region. With its picturesque natural beauty and rich traditional crafts, Bến Tre is becoming an increasingly popular destination for both domestic and international tourists.
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Vinh Long province located in the heart of the Mekong Delta, is a land where major rivers like the Tien and Hau rivers converge. With a dense network of canals and fertile alluvial soil, Vinh Long is famous for its lush fruit gardens, friendly people, and unique river culture. It is an ideal destination for those who want to explore the natural beauty and distinctive culture of the Southwestern region of Vietnam.
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Dien Bien province located in the remote Northwest region of Vietnam. As an experienced tour guide, I can confidently say that Dien Bien is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by adventurous travelers. From captivating historical sites to diverse ethnic communities and breathtaking landscapes, here offers a wealth of experiences for every type of traveler.
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Would you like to discover the Mekong Delta and fully immerse yourself in its charm, culture and unique people? Our Mekong Delta in 4 days or 5 days tour has been carefully put together to show you the best of this fascinating region.
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To think of Chau Doc is to think of a river landscape teeming with life and at the heart of this picture, the Tra Su cajeput forest. To explore Tra Su is to immerse yourself in the most beautiful flooded forest in Vietnam, where luxuriant greenery rubs shoulders with exceptionally rich flora and fauna. Each rainy season is an invitation to discover an aquatic world where man blends into the landscape.
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The Mekong Delta is full of treasures, but Chau Doc, the small town of An Giang province is a nugget not to be missed. What makes this place such a special haven in the heart of this labyrinth of canals? Discover in this article the best things to see and do in Chau Doc city, a border region full of charm!
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UNESCO World Geoparks are natural areas of special geological interest to which UNESCO grants recognition by including them in an international network. Officially established in 2015, the UNESCO World Geoparks programme has been enriched with new territories over time. Vietnam has three geoparks registered in the UNESCO Global Geoparks initiative whose interest is not only geological, but also archaeological, naturalistic and cultural-historical. In this article, we show you what geoparks in Vietnam are and what their spectacular features are.
Dak Nong Geopark
Among Vietnam’s geoparks, this is the most recently established. Located in Dak Nong Province in the central highlands of Vietnam, the geopark has a past dating back 200-165 million years, when the area was part of the ancient supercontinent of Gondwana. Geologically more recent volcanic activity (i.e. tens of thousands of years ago) has endowed it with spectacular craters and majestic waterfalls. The area includes the largest system of hundreds of magnificent volcanic caves in South-East Asia.
With its almost forty islets emerging from the calm water, Lake Ta Dung is nicknamed the ‘Ha Long Bay of the Central Highlands’.
The waterfalls of Lieng Nung, D’ray Sap, Trinh Nu and Gia Long are majestic and spectacular, as are the Ta Dung and Yok Don National Parks.
Dak Nong was originally inhabited by three indigenous peoples, namely the M’Nong, Ma and Ede. Following an influx of other minorities in the late 1970s, the area has now become home to more than 40 ethnic groups and hosts a rich cultural diversity.
Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark
The Dong Van Geopark is located in Ha Giang, a mountainous province in the far north of Vietnam. Most of its surface is limestone and its landscape is spectacular and unique with high mountains and deep canyons. The highest peak is Mount Mieu Vac (1971 metres) and the deepest canyon is Tu San (700-800 metres).
Dating back to the Cambrian period, the Dong Van Plateau has passed through seven different geological periods. Traces left behind in palaeontology, stratigraphy and geomorphology are still visible.
The Dong Van Geopark has two protected natural areas. These are rich in flora and fauna species such as conifers, the Asiatic black bear, the southern capricorn (a solitary mountain goat) and numerous bird species.
In addition, the Geopark is the only place where the Tonkin camel-nosed monkey lives. This is one of the most endangered primate species in the world. Thought to be extinct, it was rediscovered in the early 1990s.
The Dong Van Karst Plateau Geopark is home to 17 ethnic groups in Vietnam, including the Mong, Dao, Tay, Lo Lo and Nung. All are actively involved in heritage conservation.
Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark
Located in the northern and eastern districts of Cao Bang, a province in north-east Vietnam, the Non nuoc Cao Bang Geopark covers a total area of 3,000 square kilometres. There are five river systems and forty-seven lakes in the area.
The Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark is associated with Vietnam’s history and culture through the presence of more than 215 monuments. In addition, the area includes a number of tourist sites such as the majestic Ban Gioc waterfalls, which trace an incredible natural boundary between Vietnam and China.
Other tourist sites include Pac Bo Cave, Le Nin Stream, Thang Hen Lake, Nguom Ngao Cave, and Phia Oac – Phia Den National Park.
Historically, the area was home to prehistoric peoples over 20,000 years ago and was the political centre of several feudal dynasties. In current history, it has become the cradle of the Vietnam Revolution.
Today, about 250,000 people live in the Non Nuoc Cao Bang Geopark, divided into nine different ethnic groups. The area is famous for the people’s cultural traditions, including festivals, handicrafts and folk arts.
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