Day by day, the number of foreign
arrivals to Vietnam has averaged double-digit growth for the past decade.
Although Vietnam is not as overrun as some other regional destinations, Vietnam
also has the incredible cuisine, and
stunning scenery like this. To start a year with the luck, the happiness, the
prosperity and success, here are 10 stunning attractions that you should refer
when come to Vietnam at the beginning of year.
1. Sapa, Northwest Vietnam
A stone’s throw from the border
with China, Sapa is a tourist town run amok. Loose building codes and booming
development give large portions of the town the feel of a poorly marked
construction site. But once you step out into the countryside -- best done with
the help of a guide -- the plunging valleys and terraced rice hills will seduce
you with serene scenery. Be forewarned: No hiking path, however remote, is safe
from motorbikes.
2. Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem offers a rare window
of space and peace in the heart of Hanoi’s hive-like old town. The name
translates as “lake of the returned sword,” which comes from a legend about a
Vietnamese emperor who vanquished the Chinese with a magic blade and then
returned it to a turtle god who lived in this lake.
3. Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh
Province
The 1,600 limestone karsts of HaLong Bay are a unique sight on Earth. The waters of the Gulf of Tonkin, the
sharp edges of the rock, and the lush vegetation that crowns each island all
combine to create a sense of beauty which is barely finite. The sides of the
karsts rise so steeply from the water that they’ve been mostly uninhabited, and
thus unspoiled, for most of recorded history. Pollution caused by tourism is a
serious concern, but conscientious ecotours are beginning to pop up.
4. Hoi An ancient city, central
Vietnam
Hoi An was a major trade hub for
most of its history, attracting merchants from across Asia. That changed in the
late 18th century when political strife and a silted-up river suddenly made
marine access impossible. The city turned into a backwater, which had the happy
side-effect of making it a non-target for the many armies which trampled up and
down Vietnam in the 20th century. Hoi An’s charming, cosmopolitan mix of
historic architecture today attracts visitors from around the world. The
cooking classes and tailoring are also excellent.
5. Hanoi Old Quarter, Hanoi
Rambling, cramped, and bursting
with life, the historic quarter of Vietnam’s capital turns walking down the
street into a full-contact sport. If you can dodge the ubiquitous scooters,
which respect no curb or traffic light, you’ll find countless charming
vignettes of everyday life and some of the best street food in Asia.
6. Bai Dinh, The Biggest Pagoda
In Asean
Bai Dinh Pagoda is located in the
rural mountains of Sinh Duoc village, Gia Sinh commune, Gia Vien District, Ninh
Binh province, about 12 km from Ninh Binh city and 5km from Hoa Lu, beside the
Trang An ecological tourism.
Bai Dinh Pagoda is famous for its great size
and majestic scenery. The pagoda is also set more record for the owner of the
most Arhat Statues in ASEAN with 500 Arhat statues made of stone and stand
higher than human’s head with the area for constructing Bai Dinh Pagoda is 80
ha. Its back leans against the Bai Dinh Mountain with the height of 200m.
7. Hue Imperial enclosure, Hue
The last emperors of Vietnam moved their seat to Hue in the 19th century in an effort to foster national unity. Though they ultimately failed to quell French colonialism, the pad they lived in during that effort was pretty fly. Large portions were destroyed in the Battle of Hue in 1968, but what survived and what’s been rebuilt offers a fascinating look at the digs of the rich and famous circa 1802.
8. Tomb of Tu Duc near Hue
Built in the hills around the old imperial city of Hue, the tombs of the Nguyen emperors are equal parts feast for the eye and sobering monument to vain ambition. Emperor Tu Duc levied such heavy taxes to pay for the construction of his tomb that it led to a rebellion against his rule. After this was defeated, he began living in his tomb. Ironically, he’s not even buried here, rather resting in a unknown location somewhere nearby. To keep the burial spot secret, the 200 workers who built Tu Duc’s actual tomb were killed after they finished their work.
9. Thien Mu temple near Hue
The seven-story tower inside this temple is called “the Pagoda of the Celestial Lady.” The surrounding grounds and complex offer a wonderful collection of bonsai trees, while the temple’s location provides striking views of the Perfume River.
The colonial legacy of Catholicism, unlike coffee, has largely withered in independent Vietnam. Charming cathedrals like this one might be its most enduring contribution to the country.
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