Vietnam sightseeing. Travel guide - attractions, sights, nature and touristic places
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The luxury hotels in Vietnam, deserving attention of the most discerning traveler.
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History and Entertainment
The first settlements on the territory of present Vietnam were formed in the prehistoric period. Almost 3 000 years ago, the Kingdom of Ngo was formed here, and in the 7th century BC - the Kingdom of Viet. Exactly its people are considered ancestors of the present Vietnamese. For thousands of years of the existence, the lands witnessed multiple bloody wars. One of the most tragic periods for the modern country was the First and Second World Wars. At that time, Vietnam was a French protectorate. The country gained independence from it only in 1954.![](../../common/img_cities_w300/phu-quoc-island-1499-21.jpg)
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National and city parks of Vietnam
♥ National Park 'Ba Vi' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bach Ma' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bai Tu Long' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ben En' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bidoup-Nui Ba' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ba Vi' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bach Ma' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bai Tu Long' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Ben En' . On the map
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♥ National Park 'Bidoup-Nui Ba' . On the map
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Palaces in Vietnam
♥ Palace 'Presidential Palace in Ha Noi' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Reunification Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Thang Long Imperial City in Ha Noi' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Presidential Palace in Ha Noi' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Reunification Palace' . On the map
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♥ Palace 'Thang Long Imperial City in Ha Noi' . On the map
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Famous and uniques places in Vietnam from our review series
Ha Long Bay
From the series “Nooks and Villages That Are More Colorful Than Top Touristic Destinations”![](../../extreme/img/w300/vnh-h-long_1.jpg)
Tourists come to this wonderful place because of its unique atmosphere of national color. You can rest in the serene environment on the shore of the bay and observe plying fishing vessels for hours. You can rent a boat for yourself to explore scenic islands. A water trip along the coast is going to be incredibly exciting, as you can see a lot of picturesque rocks and find mysterious caves.
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Ha Long Bay
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Over million years, erosion processes took place in limestone rocks that are typical for this area. That resulted into bizarre rock shapes, mysterious caves, and a fairly large island with its own internal lakes. The bay area is more than 1 500 square km. The most favorite pastime of travelers is boating. A large part of the islands in the bay are uninhabited. The smallest of them aren’t … Read all
Dog Meat in Hanoi Restaurants
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Dog meat is cooked in many different ways: stewed, steamed, fried, and added to soups. Smoked meat is very popular too. According to statistics, people of Vietnam annually consume about 3 million dogs. Restaurants that specialize in this branch of cuisine, can be found in any major city of the country. Many … Read all
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Preferred to Open 9 New Hotels in 2022
In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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In September 2022, the Sommerro hotel in Oslo will start operating in a carefully restored 1930s Art Deco building. This building is a true landmark of Frogner, a historic neighborhood of the Norwegian capital. A multi-million-dollar renovation carefully turned the largest preservation project in Norway into a modern hotel with 231 rooms, including 56 residences. Preferred will open five more hotels in 2022, namely, The Wall Street Hotel in New York, Amrit Ocean Resort & Residences on Singer Island (Florida, the US), TOA Hotel & Spa in Zanzibar, Pendry hotel in Washington, and Pendry Park City hotel in Utah.
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Sightseeing in popular cities of Vietnam
Initially, Nha Trang had another name – Kauthara. The Cham people were the founders of the settlement. For a long time, Nha Trang was a small village, which population was mostly fishing to survive. Nha Trang started developing in the 17th century. The economy kept growing until the 19th century. As a resort, this region became famous during the French colonization period. At that time, the territory of modern Vietnam was a part of Indochina. The first villas appeared in Nha Trang, and … Read more
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Tourists who plan to try authentic Vietnamese delicacies should consider visiting cafes and restaurants located in the “Old Town”. Pho soup is one of the most delicious and popular national dishes. This is a hearty soup with beef and noodles. Tourists also enjoy ordering banh khuon pancakes that are often served with delicious meat and mushroom filling. Vietnam has become internationally famous for its dog meat dishes. If you want to try this exotic food, head to Nhat Tan Street. Gourmets, … Read more
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In Ho Chi Minh City, tourists will see many gorgeous temples and pagodas, and Emperor Jade Pagoda is definitely one of the most unusual. It was constructed in honor of Ngoc Hoang, a Taoist god. The entrance to this temple is absolutely free for everyone. A giant statue of the god is the main decoration of the inner design. There is an interesting landmark that dates back to the war period in the outskirts of the city. These are the tunnels of Củ Chi. They were constructed during the partisan … Read more
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The city’s outskirts also have some notable landmarks, such as Bach Ma National Park. This park got its name after the mountain that is located in its territory. This is a fabulous area that is home to numerous rare animals and birds. Bats are also among the main inhabitants of the park. In the first part of the 20th century, the French decided to open a spa resort in this area. The region got the status of the national reserve much later. Le Loi is one of the most attractive streets for … Read more
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Steep bottom is one of the main disadvantages of Long Beach. The depth of water is already 2 meters just ten meters away from the shore, so this beach is not the best choice for tourists with small children. As a rule, families like Ong Lang Beach more. The water is shallow near the coast and it is transparent and clear. There are numerous palm trees not far from the water, so Ong Lang remains comfortable even in the midst of a hot day as vacationers can always sit under the shade of trees. … Read more
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