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Capital: Hanoi
National Language: Vietnamese
Population: 89,710,000
Currency: (VND)
Motto: "Independence - Freedom - Happiness!"
1. Ha Long Bay
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Ha Long Bay "descending dragon bay" is a famous travel destination situated at Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam. The bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in any different sizes and shapes. There's a legend claims that the islands of Halong Bay are created by the great dragon from the mountains. The Bay was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
2. Hoi An Ancient Town
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Hoi An was one of the major trading centers of Southeast Asia. Ancient and peaceful, it is one of the most popular destinations in Vietnam. The town is just the perfect candidate of what Vietnam tourism ministry is aiming to show the world. Aside from that, the town is listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.
3. Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
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Located in the heart of Hanoi, Imperial Citadel of Thang Long is a cultural complex comprising the royal enclosure first built during the Ly Dynasty and subsequently expanded by the Tran, Le and finally the Nguyen Dynasty. The ruins roughly coincide with the Hanoi Citadel today. And the central sector of the imperial citadel was listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.
4. Sa Pa Terraces
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Sa Pa Terraces is a rice terraces located in the town of Sapa that lies in the Hoang Lien Son mountain. The town is famous for its rugged scenery and rich cultural diversity. Although remote, Sapa and the nearby region are famous for its rice terraces and its breathtaking mountain scenery. Not to mention, the place is perfect for activities like hiking and trekking.
5. Mui ne
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Mui ne is a resort town along the South China Sea in Southeast Vietnam. In dry season, it makes the top destination for windsurfing, kitesurfing, sailing and other water sports. And the most is, Muine is very famous for its enormous red and white sand dunes. The white dunes are the more impressive.
6. Cu Chi Tunnels
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Cu Chi Tunnels are an immense network of connecting underground tunnels located in the Cu Chi district of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It is the location of several military campaigns during the Vietnam War. The tunnels were used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food, and weapon for North Vietnamese fighters.
7. Thien Mu Pagoda (Hue)
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Thien Mu Pagoda (Heavenly Lady Pagoda) is one of the oldest and prettiest religious buildings in Vietnam. It is a historic temple in the city of Hue. It has seven stories and it's the tallest religious building of the country. It was built in 1601 between a river and a pine forest and regarded as the unofficial symbol of the former imperial capital.
8. Hoan Kiem Lake
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| Wikipedia/Rolf Muller |
Hoan Kiem Lake also known as Lake of the Returned Sword is a lake in the historical center of Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam. The lake is one of the major scenic spots in the city and serves as a local point for its public life.
9. My Son Sanctuary
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My Son Sanctuary is regarded one of the foremost Hindu temple complexes in Southeast Asia and is the foremost heritage site of this nature in Vietnam. It was a cluster of abandoned and partially ruined temples constructed between the 4th and the 14th century AD by the kings of Champa. And it is located near the village of Duy Phu, Quang Nam Province Central Vietnam. It is also listed in UNESCO World Heritage Site.
10. Mekong Delta
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| Wikipedia/Doron |
Mekong Delta or also know as Nine Dragon River Delta is a floating market in southwestern Vietnam. It is where people sell goods like fruits and vegetables using boats.
