"The diversity of Vietnam's landscape, with urban centers like the capital Hanoi, rolling rice fields and limestone mountains, is what makes Vietnam an 'oasis' for nature lovers and explorers ," the article continued.
From different experiences, the British Independent newspaper has selected 8 of the best resort destinations in Vietnam for tourists to refer to for their next trip:
1. Hanoi
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Vietnam's capital, Hanoi, is home to bustling night markets, narrow shopping streets and ancient pagodas, with a mix of historic and 21st-century attractions creating a vibrant atmosphere. Ancient streets wind through the 14th-century Old Quarter, lined with contemporary art galleries, while the capital's authentic cuisine is a must-try, with pho and bun cha...
2.HCM City
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Ho Chi Minh City in the southeast is Vietnam’s economic capital and most populous region. A fusion of tradition and modernity, Ho Chi Minh City is a metropolis where temples meet skyscrapers and creative commercial hubs thrive. Exquisite French colonial architecture, including Notre Dame Cathedral and landmarks such as the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi tunnel network, are historic highlights in this fast-paced city.
3. Ha Long Bay
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Picturesque scenery greets visitors to Ha Long Bay in northeastern Vietnam. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1994, Ha Long is one of Vietnam’s most spectacular natural wonders. Emerald waters, 1,600 islets, offshore islands – most of them uninhabited – and caves dot the diverse landscape, which is home to limestone formations dating back millions of years. Scuba diving and sea kayaking, taking in marine life and floating fishing communities, are popular pastimes in the area.
4. Phu Quoc
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Think beach resorts on white sand beaches and coconut palms on Phu Quoc Island, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve since 2006. Vietnam’s largest island, with 150km of pristine coastline, it’s the ideal tropical getaway destination with secluded coves, vibrant nightlife and authentic day and night seafood markets in Duong Dong town. Phu Quoc National Park covers more than half the island in jungle and rainforest and offers plenty of hiking trails. Known locally as the “Pearl Island” for its sparkling sands and pearl farms, Phu Quoc offers winter sunshine and spectacular sunsets from the popular beaches of Bai Sao and Bai Dai.
5. Hoi An
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Step back in time to the ancient charm of Hoi An on the central coast. Colourful temples, shops and budget boutique hotels line the canals and the rustic old town is set among lush gardens. Sometimes called the “Venice of Vietnam”, this charming former trading port at the mouth of the Thu Bon River was home to 15th-century merchant settlements and the beautiful design of its lantern-lit streets.
6. Nha Trang
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Nha Trang is a central tourist hub with 6km of golden sand beaches, pristine islands and clear waters surrounded by high skylines and rolling hillsides. This popular diving and backpacking destination is also home to relics and architecture from the ancient Champa Kingdom, including the Po Nagar Towers. Crisscrossing streets make it easy to explore Nha Trang’s unique salt fields, hot springs and waterfalls...
7. Hue
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The ancient capital of Vietnam (from 1802 to 1945) and home to the Nguyen Dynasty, Hue City boasts a long history with enjoy the slow pace of life in Hue while exploring the exotic landscape and feasting like a king with Hue beef noodle soup and local produce from the imperial land.
8. Mai Chau
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If you’re looking for a nature retreat, there’s no better place to visit than the small villages of Mai Chau, surrounded by rolling rice paddies and lush green mountains. Mai Chau’s relative proximity to the capital makes it easy to escape the bustling metropolis to quieter, more peaceful places, immersing yourself in rural Vietnamese life.
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