Little Known "Secrets" About Famous Places To Visit In Vietnam
As a country with much potential for tourist development, Vietnam offers diverse attractions worth exploring, each with its characteristics. If you are wondering about choosing a destination, please refer to the secrets of the famous places to visit in Vietnam to make the best decision!
Top 5 Most Beautiful Places To Visit In Vietnam 2022
1. Ho Chi Minh City - The best place to visit in Vietnam
It is no coincidence that Ho Chi Minh City is known as the best place to visit in Vietnam. Traveling to Ho Chi Minh City has long become a familiar journey for many tourists who love this prosperous land. Let's explore Ho Chi Minh City right in the article below!
Ho Chi Minh City, often known as Sai Gon, is not only the busiest urban center in the country but also one of the top 3 places to visit in Vietnam that preserves many unique cultural features. The tropical monsoon climate in Saigon has 2 distinctly differentiated seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The weather in the dry season is very suitable for going to outdoor amusement parks. Visitors can comfortably visit famous Saigon tourist attractions such as Bui Vien West Street, Nguyen Hue pedestrian street, and beautiful alleys in Saigon without having to worry about sudden rains.
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Ho Chi Minh city
2. Hoi An
Hoi An is one of the most unique places to visit in Vietnam, about 30 km southwest of Da Nang city center. Not noisy, and bustling, Hoi An has a quiet and ancient beauty. The attraction of the 400-year-old urban area comes from ancient architecture, moss-roofed houses, colorful lantern streets, etc.
This place is suitable for those who love the ancient rustic and idyllic sceneries. Visitors can visit the old houses with unique architecture such as Phung Hung ancient house, Tan Ky ancient house, Duc An ancient house, etc. And a place not to be missed is Chua Cau - a unique check-in place here. Covered Bridge stands out with its wooden pillars, painted with vermilion, elaborately carved, meticulous, and most especially built on a stone bridge with soft arches. Hoi An Ancient Town attracts tourists not only for its ancient architecture but also its superb cuisine.
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Hoi An Ancient Town
3. Da Nang - The best answer to “What is the most unique place to visit in Vietnam?”
Da Nang attracts millions of visitors every year thanks to its youthful, civilized, and modern appearance. Da Nang also owns many beautiful landscapes such as Ngu Hanh Son, Son Tra peninsula, Ba Na Hills, etc. In addition, thanks to its prime location located on the Central heritage road connecting 3 monuments World heritages Hoi An, Hue, and My Son Sanctuary, Da Nang becomes a convergence of objective and subjective advantages rare for tourism development. In particular, Da Nang is renowned for its legendary bridges such as Dragon Bridge, Han River Bridge,...
Let's explore Da Nang cuisine!
Besides the beautiful and unique landscapes above, Da Nang is also famous for attractive dishes that "fascinate" visitors such as Quang noodles, Bun Cha Ca, Nam O fish salad, Banh xeo, Cau Mong veal, spring rolls,… Travelers are strongly advised to apply for a Vietnam eVisa to fully enjoy the cuisine in Da Nang.
Da Nang is the most unique place to visit in Vietnam
4. Hanoi
The first impression when arriving in Hanoi is the architectural works from the French colonial period, the sidewalk shops, and the smell of milk flowers.
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Thang Long Imperial Citadel is located in the heart of Hanoi, with a history of more than 1300 years. In 2010, UNESCO recognized Thang Long Imperial Citadel as a World Cultural Heritage, becoming a scientific research site as well as one of the most famous places to visit in Hanoi. Although Thang Long Imperial Citadel has undergone many restorations and reconstructions, it is still a tourist place attracting many tourists in Hanoi thanks to its unique architectural features.
Hoan Kiem Lake, located in the center of Hanoi, is a place associated with many people in the capital about history, culture, and poetry. This place is associated with the legend of King Le Thai To return the precious sword to the golden turtle. On weekends, the streets around Hoan Kiem Lake will become walking streets with many attractive activities such as street music, folk games, etc. that attract a large number of tourists.
Temple of Literature - Quoc Tu Giam is Vietnam's first university and one of the most famous symbols of Hanoi's thousand years of civilization. When coming here, visitors will admire the ancient architectural works bearing the imprint of the times and profound spiritual values. That is the reason why this place becomes one of the top 10 places to visit in Vietnam that those who love to learn should visit at least once.
One Pillar Pagoda was built in the year of Ky Suu 1049, under King Ly Thai Tong. History books record that at the location of the stone column, there is a jade communal house, and on the jade floor, there is a statue of Buddha and Goddess of Mercy built in the lake. With historical significance, spiritual culture, and unique architecture, One Pillar Pagoda has existed for nearly 1000 years and has become one of the typical symbols of Hanoi's capital every year. Those who love and are curious about Vietnamese national culture should come here once in their life.
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Hanoi is one of the most famous places to visit in Vietnam
5. Sapa
If you intend to travel to Vietnam at the end of the year, Sapa is the most unique place to visit at this time. Sapa is located between the Hoang Lien Son mountain range and the Elephant mountain range to the northwest. Sapa's climate is unique because tourists may experience all four seasons in a day. Some top places to visit in Sapa are Fansipan Peak - the 'Roof of Indochina', Kim Son Bao Thang pagoda, Sapa stone church, Sun Plaza Sapa, Sapa glass bridge, and Sapa swing.
Sapa is of the top places to visit in Vietnam
Useful information travelers should note before having a trip to Vietnam:
Don’t forget to carefully read these instructions before booking flights or tour packages to Vietnam:
- If you are fully vaccinated, you are exempted from pre-departure COVID-19 PCR/ Rapid.
- No minimum number of days is required for a stay.
- No restrictive quarantine is required.
- Visas can be applied online. With our experienced staff, we can make it easier for you to get an e Visa for your trip to Vietnam. Before applying, you can read more about Vietnam visa requirements for international visitors and click the link below for the first step to completing your e-Visa application.
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