Besides great natural surroundings, Vietnam also offers historical monuments, great cultural heritage, opportunities for adventure sports, wonderful natural parks, and more. Its maze of rivers and green rice fields will make you fall in love with the country. Vietnam is surrounded by China, Cambodia, and Laos. Let’s take a look at three of country’s destinations that are most visited by tourists.
History lovers should definitely visit Cu Chi Tunnels
Cu Chi Tunnels are underground tunnels that were used as hiding sports during Vietnam War by Cong guerrillas. Safe parts of the tunnels are open for tourists, and you can enjoy crawling from one point to the other. This destination is located just around 40 kilometers away from Ho Chi Minh City. Your kids would definitely enjoy crawling and experiencing history in these tunnels.
Mekong Delta can prove to be perfect destination for your vacation
Located in southern Vietnam, Mekong Delta is one of Vietnam’s attractions that manage to keep tourists busy for several days. The area is home to several swamps, rice fields, forest areas with lush greenery, and rare bird species. This region produces more than half of country’s agriculture output every year.
You would be amazed to see several markets, houses, and boats floating on canals, rivers, and water streams. Overall this is perfect destination that offers combination of Mother Nature’s beauty and some historical monuments as well.
Spend few days at Cuc Phuong National Park
Cuc Phuong National Park is Vietnam’s largest park and is home to several rare species of birds, mammals, animals, insects, and turtles as well. Spread across 25,000 hectares of land, the park manages to attract hundreds of tourists every day. You can also enjoy adventure sports in park’s dedicated areas. Park is just few kilometers away from Hanoi.
Three attractions from Vietnam that every tourist must try to visit
Here are three attractions that you should note down in your list of Vietnamese attractions to be visited during your vacation in the country.
Enjoy trekking opportunities at Cat Tien National Park
If you wish to enjoy treks through forest areas and hilly regions, you should definitely visit Cat Tien National Park. The park is spread across 720 KMS area, and is home to several rivers, water streams, swamps, and picturesque hilly areas. The park is also home to several rare species of birds, animals, and mammals. It is located in South Vietnam.
If you wish to enjoy this place within small period of time, you can opt for night safaris. If you have plenty of time to explore, you can opt for bicycles and explore various parts of this park. There are several types of accommodations available at Cat Tien National Park.
Mui Ne is one of the most tourist-friendly beaches in southern Vietnam
This beach not only offers panoramic views, but it also offers clean water with clean sand. Most importantly, Mui Ne offers several accommodation options along with restaurants, and cafes to suit every traveler’s taste. Tourists also love visiting sand dunes that is situated just few minutes away from the beach. Mui Ne is tourist-friendly and most of the reviews for this beach town are positive.
Visit Hue if you love historical architecture
During Nguyen dynasty’s era, Hue was considered the dynasty’s imperial capital. It was considered private residence of the emperor. Hue city is home to several pieces of ancient architecture, but Hue Citadel is most visited by tourists from around the world. Ancient gates, Temples, and grand palaces will force you to spend hours inside this city.