Vietnam Places: 60 Best Places to Visit in Vietnam. Vietnam, one of Southeast Asia’s most picturesque countries, is known for its picturesque beaches, flowing rivers, pagodas, and vibrant cities.
The capital city of Hanoi is home to the country’s most famous Communist-era ruler, Ho Chi Minh, who is commemorated in a massive marble mauve monument. French colonial sites dot the city, as well as Vietnam War museums and the famous C-5 Chi tunnels, which were used by the Viet Cong.
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1. Hạ Long Bay
Hững Long Bay, also known as Halong Bay, is one of Vietnam’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of its most popular tourist attractions. The name of the bay is derived from the Vietnamese word for “descending dragon”.
The bay is administered by Hững Lâm, Cững Phu Phu, and Vân Lâm District. The bay is home to thousands of limestone carvings and limestone islets of different sizes and shapes.
The bay is part of a larger area that also includes the Bai Tu Long Bay to the northeast and the cát bà island to the southwest, all of which have similar geological, geographic, geomorphologic, climatic, and cultural characteristics. – Vietnam Places
2. Cu Chi Tunnels
The C-5 Chi Tunnels are an extensive network of interconnected tunnels in the C-5 Chi District, Saigon, Vietnam. These tunnels are part of a larger network that covers most of the country.
During the Vietnam War, the tunnels were used as a hideout for Viet Cong soldiers, as well as as a means of communication and supply, as well as a hospital, food and weapon cache, and a place of residence for many North Vietnamese fighters.
These tunnels played an important role in the Viet Cong’s resistance against the increasing American military presence. The C-5 Chi tunnels were the site of several military campaigns and were the base of operations of the Viet Cong for the T-2. – Vietnam Places
3. Mekong River Delta
In southern Vietnam, the Mekong Delta is a sprawling network of rivers, marshes and islands, with floating markets, khum pagodas, and rice-paddy villages. Transportation is mostly by boat, and tours often begin in the delta’s capital, Saigon, or in the bustling town of Can Tho. – Vietnam Places
4. Sa Pa
Sa Pa is a small town located in the Hoong Liên Son mountains of northwestern Vietnam. It is a well-known trekking base that offers panoramic views of the terraced rice paddies of Muong Hoa Valley. The town is located close to Phang Si Pang Peak, which can be climbed on a steep, multi-day guided walk. Most of the town’s inhabitants belong to hill tribes, including the Hmong tribe, Tay tribe, and Dao tribe. – Vietnam Places
5. Van Mieu
The temple of Confucius is located in the northern part of Hanoi, Hanoi, Vietnam. It is located south of the imperial citadel in Hanoi. The temple was constructed in 1070 during the reign of emperor Lý THANH Tông. It was the site of the Imperial Academy, Vietnam’s first national university, between 1076 and 1779.
The pavilions of the temple, the halls, the statues, and the doctor’s stelae are places where ceremonies took place, study sessions took place, and the stringent exams of the “ Đồng Vi” took place. The temple is depicted on the back of a 100,000 Vietnamese banknote. The calligraphists will gather in front of the temple just before the Tồng Vietnamese New Year celebration. – Vietnam Places
6. War Remnants Museum
War Remnants Museum is a war museum in Vietnam. It features exhibits related to the first Indochina War and the Vietnam war. The museum is operated by the city government of Ho Chi Minh. An earlier version of the museum opened in September 4, 1975. It was originally called the Exhibition House for the US and Puppet Crimes.[1] It was housed in the former US Information Agency building.
This museum was not the first for the North Vietnamese party, but rather it followed in the tradition of such exhibitions that exposed war crimes, first by the French and then by the Americans who had been operating in the country since 1954. The war museum is located at the Vo Van Tan, District 3, in Ho Chi Minh city. – Vietnam Places
7. Hoàn Kiếm Lake
The lake is a freshwater lake measuring about 12 ha in Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is one of the city’s main tourist attractions and serves as a center of public life. The lake is also known as the “Returned Sword Lake” or “The Restored Sword Lake”. It was formerly known as the “Sword Lake” or “Sword Lake Hồ”.The lake was also known as “Llung Thiên Thiên” or “Thiên Lake” in the past. – Vietnam Places
8. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
The Mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh, also known as the President of Vietnam, is the resting place of Vietnam’s revolutionary leader and President, Ho Chi Minh. The mausoleum is located in Hanoi Vietnam. The President’s Mausoleum is a large building in Ba Dinh Square in the center of Vietnam’s capital city, Hanoi.
The mausoleum houses the remains of Ho, the Chairman of the Communist Party of Vietnam from 1951 to his death in 1969. On 2 September 1945, the President of Vietnam signed the Declaration of Independence, which established the Republic of Vietnam. The President’s mausoleum in Hanoi is open to visitors every morning except Monday. – Vietnam Places
9. Hội An
Vietnam’s oldest city, Hữi An, is located on the central coast of Vietnam and is best known for its well-preserved Ancient Town, which is cut through by canals. This former port city is a melting pot of cultures, and its architecture is a mix of different eras and styles.
The city’s architecture ranges from wood shophouses, temples, and colorful French colonial buildings to Vietnamese tube houses, ornate Vietnamese buildings, and the famous Japanese Covered Bridge, which is adorned with a pagoda. – Vietnam Places
10. Dalat
Nestled between a lake and a golf course, in the heart of the Central Highlands of southern Vietnam, the city of Zha Trang is one of the most picturesque places in the country. It is home to a variety of mountains, pine forests, and lakes, as well as waterfalls, making it one of the most beautiful places to visit in Vietnam.
Popularly known as “The City of Eternal Spring” for its mild climate, Zha Trang was founded by the French at the beginning of the 20th century as a resort. Today, many of its colonial remains remain. – Vietnam Places
11. Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
The Hanoi Water Puppet Theater is one of the most famous old theaters in the capital of Hanoi. It represents the art of Vietnamese culture and has captivated many visitors with its beautiful water puppetry performances and magical stories.
Hanoi is an enchanting city with over a thousand years of history, a rich culture, delicious food, and many attractions. If you are a fan of Vietnamese classical art, you must visit the Hanoi Water Puppetry Theater. Every year, thousands of visitors flock to the theater to watch world-famous water puppetry performances. – Vietnam Places
12. Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
The imperial citadel of Thang Long is a collection of historical buildings related to the history of Vietnam located in the center of Hanoi, Vietnam. The construction of the imperial citadel began in the year 1010 and was finished in the early year 1011. It was built during the reign of emperor Lý thái tổ of the Tang dynasty.
In the early and mid-Tang dynasty, the area of modern Vietnam was administered as a protectorate of the Annan dynasty. The Annan dynasty’s seat of power was located in the area of modern Hanoi, Tong Binh.
In the year 866, following the recapture of the protectorate of the area of Vietnam from the forces of the Nanzhao dynasty, the Tang dynasty general, Gao Pian ordered the order of Jinghaijun to build the imperial citadel of lành la Citadel. – Vietnam Places
13. Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is the capital and largest city of Chiang Mai Province, Thailand. It is located 700 km north of Bangkok, in a mountainous area known as the Thai highlands. As of 2022, the population in Chiang Mai province was estimated to be 1.2 million, accounting for more than 66% of the province’s total population of 1.8 million. The name “Chiang Mai” is derived from the Thai language, and the Northern Thai version is based on the Tai Tham script. – Vietnam Places
14. Old Quarter, Hanoi
The Old Quarter is the name given to the historic civic urban center of Hanoi. It is located in front of the imperial citadel and used to be a residential, manufacturing, and commercial center, with each street being dedicated to a particular type of production or trade.
The 36 streets are another common name referring to the same area. They are named after the 36 streets or guilds that made up the city’s urban area. – Vietnam Places
15. Phong Nha-Ke Bang
The national park is located in the north-central part of Vietnam, on the border with Hin Namno Reserve in Laos. The area is characterized by high mountains, lush tropical forests, and subterranean rivers. The area is renowned for its old limestone carvings and its extensive network of caves, including the Sơm Đo ình cave, the largest of which is large enough for boats to pass through. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, black bears,s and elephants. – Vietnam Places
16. Quy Nhon
Quy Nhon is a coastal town in central Vietnam, part of the province of Ba Giang. As of 2019, the city has a total area of 284 km² and a population of 457,400 inhabitants. It has 16 wards and 5 communes. The city is the capital of Ba Giang province. In the past, the city’s main economic activities were agriculture and fishing. – Vietnam Places
17. Mondulkiri Province
Mondulkiri is a khaet of Cambodia. The kouprey, which is also the national mammal of Cambodia, is the symbol of the province. It is the smallest province in terms of land area, although it is the largest in terms of population. It is bordered by Kratié Province to the west, by Stung Treng Province to the northwest, and by Ratanakiri Province to the northeast, and south. The capital of the province is Senmonorom, which was founded in 1961 in an area in the eastern part of the province of Kratié. – Vietnam Places
18. Bousra Waterfall
BOU SRA WATERFALL is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Cambodia. It is a three-tier waterfall with a spectacular drop. It can be seen from ground level, but with the recent addition of platforms, you can now see it from higher up.
Bou SRA Waterfall is now located in the Bousra eco park in Pech Khreada District in Mondulkiri province, Cambodia. It is located about 43 km from the provincial capital of Siem Reap[3] and 15 km from the Vietnam border. – Vietnam Places
19. Mondulkiri Project Elephant Sanctuary
Mondulkiri Project is a registered Cambodian Non-Governmental Organization that operates an Elephant Sanctuary with rescued and retired elephants. The project also protects a forested valley against logging and provides local employment opportunities for the local Bunong hill tribe.
Our 1 and 2 Day Elephant and jungle trek tours are available daily from 8:30 am. Walk with elephants, feed them, swim with them, and wash them at a waterfall in the protected forest. There is no elephant riding. Learn Bunong Hill tribe customs from our guides. – Vietnam Places
20. Cát Bà Island
The island of Cát Bà is the biggest of the 367 islands covering 260 km2 in the Cat Ba archipelago, which is located on the southeast corner of Lan Ha Bay, Northern Vietnam. The island of Cat Ba covers 285 km2 and retains the dramatic and rugged characteristics of Ha Long Bay. Cat Ba is the “Women’s Island”. Cac means ‘all’ and Ba means women.
According to legend, three women of the Tran Dynasty were murdered and their bodies floated to Cat Ba. Each body was washed on a different beach, and all three were eventually found by local fishermen. The inhabitants of Cat Ba constructed a temple for each of the women, and the island was soon known as “Cat Ba”. – Vietnam Places
21. Battambang
The city of Battambang is located on the banks of the river Sangkae in the northwestern part of Cambodia. It is well-known for its colonial buildings, including the former Governor’s Residence, Sala khaet. The provincial museum in Battambang houses artifacts from the local Khmer religious temples.
Phare pon leu sepak (Underprivileged Children’s Circus and Performing Arts School) is located north of the city center. The ruins of Ek phnom a sandstone pagoda with carvings, can be found in the town. – Vietnam Places
22. National Museum
The Battambang Provincial Museum is a museum located in the village of Kamkor in the commune of Svay Por in Battambang province, western Cambodia. The museum was founded in 1963 by the French expatriate Madeleine giteau. The museum houses a significant pre-Cambodian and Angkorian pottery collection, as well as sculptures and musical instruments. – Vietnam Places
23. Kampong Pil Pagoda
Kampong Pil pagoda is a renowned Buddhist temple with beautiful Khmer architecture, located about 7 kilometres north of Battambang. It’s one of the few places in the world where people can learn about Buddhism.
The main attraction of the temple is the statue of Buddha reclining and the people who relay his life events. The entrance is beautifully designed and the overall atmosphere is peaceful. If you’re looking for peace and tranquility, then this is the place for you. – Vietnam Places
24. koh rong
The island of Koh Rong is located in the provincial area of the same name. It is best known for its sand coves and its coral reefs, such as the ones around the Koh Rong pier. In the interior, the thick jungle is covered by coconut palms and cascading waterfalls. To the south, there is the jewelorchids and the lively Police Beach. High point Rope Park offers suspension bridges and rope walks as well as zip lines. – Vietnam Places
25. Tonlé Sap
Tônlé Sab or Tônlé saːp, lit. Fresh River or commonly translated as ‘Great Lake’, is a freshwater lake located in the northwest part of Cambodia. It is part of the larger Mekong River system and is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Southeast Asia.
It is also one of the most productive and diverse ecosystems in the world. In 1997, it was declared a Biosphere Reserve. As the 21st century approaches, the lake and surrounding ecosystems are facing increasing pressures due to deforestation, infrastructure development, and climate change. – Vietnam Places
26. Ha Giang Province
Hà Giang Province is one of the provinces in the north of Vietnam bordering China. The province is renowned for its forests of limestone and granite mountains, and the provincial capital Hà Giang is located on the river Lô.
North of Hà Giang Province lies the green hills and caves of the Quinh Bạ valley. The valley is home to the Quinh bạ pass. The pass is also known as Heaven’s Gate because of its panoramic view over the terraced rice fields. – Vietnam Places
27. Preah Sihanouk
Located in southwest Cambodia’s Luang Prabang province, the province is renowned for its pristine beaches, idyllic tropical islands and the lush mangrove forests of Ream national park.
Situated around a secluded deep-sea port on a peninsula carved out of the Gulf of Thailand’s Gulf of Tonle Buri, the provincial capital is known for its palm-laced beaches, seafood eateries and lively nightlife. Wat Leu, a hilltop Buddhist temple, overlooks the provincial capital. – Vietnam Places
28. Ninh Bình
Ninh Binh Province is located in the southernmost part of the South Red River Delta and at the southernmost point of access to the North of Vietnam.[5] In 2021, it is the 44th biggest administrative unit in Vietnam by population, the 21st largest in terms of gross regional product and the 29th largest in terms of GDP per capita. With a population of 973,300 inhabitants, it has a GRDP of 85,035 billion Vietnamese Dinarsa GRDP per capita of 72.04 million Vietnamese Yen and a GRDP growth rate of 5,71%.
The province is part of the Red River Delta, although only Yen Khanh District and Kim Son District have flat terrain. Economic development planning places the province in the northern coastal region.The ancient land was Vietnam’s capital from 968 to 1010 with the tripartite dynasties and was an important military area throughout historical periods.With a unique location in terms of transport, terrain, cultural heritage and two areas that are World Heritage Sites and Biosphere Reserves, Ninh. – Vietnam Places
29. Nha Trang
The coastal resort city of Nha Trang, located in the south of Vietnam, is renowned for its beautiful beaches, diving spots and nearby offshore islands. Nha Trang’s main beach is an elongated, curved stretch of beach that runs along the main street of the city, lined with hotels, promenades and a variety of seafood restaurants. The city’s aerial cable cars extend over to the island of Hún Tre, and the natural reserves of Hún Mun Island and Hún Túc Island, both of which are accessible by boat, are home to coral reefs. – Vietnam Places
30. Angkor Wat
The largest temple complex in the world and the largest temple complex of its kind in the world is located in Angkor Thom, a city/capital of Temples in Cambodia. The temple complex is situated on a 162.6 hectare site measuring 1,626.000 m2
The temple complex at Angkor Thom was first constructed as a temple dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu during the early 1200s by the King of Khmer Empire. This was known as the “City/City of Temples” due to its location in the capital city of Angkor Thom. The temple was built as the King’s state temple and eventually became the Mausoleum. – Vietnam Places
31. Hue
The city of Huế, located in central Vietnam, was the capital of the Nguyen Dynasty from 1802 until 1945. One of the city’s main attractions is the 19th century “Imperial City”, built around a moat with strong stone walls. The Imperial City includes palaces, shrines, the “Forbidden Purple City”, once the Emperor’s residence, and the “Royal Theater”. – Vietnam Places
32. Ba Bể National Park
Bo Bể national park is a reserve in the northeast region of Vietnam. It was established to protect a very dark lake and the surrounding limestone and upland evergreen forests. The park is located about 240 km northwest of the capital Hanoi.
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The national park is located near Hanoi, Hanoi province. It is about 240 km north of the provincial capital Hanoi, 70 km northwest of Hanoi province, and 14 km west of Cho Ra town. – Vietnam Places
33. Da Nang
Da Nang is a coastal town in central Vietnam, renowned for its white sand beaches and its French colonial port history. It is one of the most popular places to visit in Vietnam, as it is located in the inland hills of the western part of the country.
The hillside H-Vân Pass offers panoramic views of the city’s bay and Marble Mountains. The 5 limestone rock outcrops have pagodas on top and hide caves with Buddhist shrines in them. – Vietnam Places
34. Mũi Né
Mui Ne, also known as Mui Ne Bay, is a coastal area, a sea cape, and a district in Binh Thieu Province, Vietnam. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the province, and one of the national tourist destinations in Vietnam.
In reality, most of the resorts are located in the Ham Tien Ward, which is close to Mui Ne.The entire coastal area of Mui Ne, which is about 7 km from the city center, is part of Mui Ne Ward, which is part of Binh Thieu province. – Vietnam Places
35. Phú Quốc
Phú Qốc island is a Vietnamese island located off the coast of the Gulf of Thailand in the Gulf of Cambodia. The island is renowned for its white sand beaches and resorts, with most of them located along the island’s palm-lined southwest shoreline.
More than 50% of the island is included in Phú Quinh National Park, which is home to mountains, thick tropical jungle, hiking paths and wildlife. The largest city on the island is Duong Dong, which hosts day and night markets for handicrafts, produce and seafood. – Vietnam Places
36. Khem Beach
Situated 25km south of Duong Dong town, Khem beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Phu Quoc. In 2018, it was recognized as one of the world’s 50 most beautiful beaches. When you visit Khem beach, not only will you enjoy the poetic scenery and mesmerizing beach, but you will also feel the hospitality and sincerity, rustic and simple of the locals.
Khem beach has been blessed with a beautiful white sand beach, the blue sea water with rocky rapids, and a beautiful combination of the casuarina tree rows running along the shoreline. The beach is surrounded by an unspoilt sea that has never been touched by humans, so you will still feel the serenity and privacy when you leave the beach. – Vietnam Places
37. Sao Beach
Sao Beach can be found in the province of AnThoi, about 25 km from phu Quoc’s capital Duong Dong and the popular Long Beach area. It is relatively easy to get to Sao Beach from Duong Dong and Long Beach.
If you have already made it to Sao Beach, you can head to the small port town of an Thoi on the south end of the island. An Thoi is an authentic fishing port with friendly locals and a lively high-street, as shown on the map below. – Vietnam Places
38. Bai Tu Long Bay
Bai tu long bay covers three-quarters of Halong bay world heritage site, and there are many islands in the Van Don district of Cam Pha province. Traveling to this off the beaten path location promises many unique experiences far from the tourist hot spots.
Located in the north of Vietnam, on the eastern side of Halong bay, Cam Phuong province, Bai Tu Long bay is one of the most beautiful natural landscapes in Vietnam, renowned for its natural beauty and clear waters. This hidden gem is one of the best places to visit if you’re looking for an authentic and unique experience away from the hustle and bustle of the tourist areas. – Vietnam Places
39. Tao Dan Park
Tao Dan park is a 10-hectare urban park located in District 1 of Ho Chi Mien City, Vietnam, next to the Independence Palace.It is one of the biggest parks in Ho Chi Mien, and part of it will be used to construct the Ho Chi Mien Metro Line 2’s Tao Dan Station.The park used to be home to a bird park, attracting songbird owners. – Vietnam Places
40. Saigon Skydeck
The Saigon Skydeck is one of the best places in the city to take in the view. When you enter the building, you’ll be taken to the observation deck by an elevator in just 35 seconds.
There are interactive screens with information about various city landmarks, as well as local art exhibitions. Although you can visit the tower on your own, many night tours in Saigon include a stop at the Skydeck to see the city at night.
If you’re looking for something to do while you’re on the Skydeck, you can combine it with a dinner cruise on the Saigon River. Or, if you’re a local, you can go on a food walking tour or take a guided night Vespa ride. – Vietnam Places
41. People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh city hall is the official name of the city hall in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam. The hall was built between 1902 and 1908 in the French colonial style. Paul Gardès was the architect who designed the hall. Since 1975, it has been the home of the Hmong People’s Committee, Hmong People’s Council and Hmong People’s Court. The building was first opened to the public on April 29 and 30, 2023 .
The building has become a popular place for tourists to take pictures. People often take pictures of the building and its surroundings at night when the lights are on. – Vietnam Places
42. Independence Palace
The Independence Palace is also known as Hình Trung (Reunification Convention Hall) in Vietnamese. It is located in the city of Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) in Vietnam.
The Independence Palace was designed by Ngô Viởt Thỻ and served as the President of Vietnam’s residence and office.
On April 30, 1975, the North Vietnamese Army tank stormed through the gates of the Independence Palace, triggering the end of the Vietnam War. – Vietnam Places
43. Bitexco Financial Tower
At the time of completion in 2010, Bitexco Financial Tower was Vietnam’s tallest building, and it remained that way until January 2011 when it was overtaken by Keangnam, Hanoi’s Landmark Tower.
The skyscraper has 68 floors and three basements and stands at an impressive 262.5 m. It is the second-tallest building in the city of Ho Chi Minh, the fourth-tallest in Vietnam and the 412th-tallest in the world as of May 2022.
The tower belongs to Bitexco Group a real estate development-focused multi-industry conglomerate in Vietnam. The Ho Chi Minh office of the group is located in the tower, while the headquarters are located in Hanoi. – Vietnam Places
44. Sai Gon Central Post Office
The Saigon Central post is a post office located in the center of the city of Ho Chi Minh, close to the cathedral of Saigon. It dates back to the late nineteenth century, when Vietnam was still part of the French Indochina, and was built between 1885 and 1891 with Gothic, Renaissance, and French influences.
The inauguration of the new post office, which took place on July 14, 1891, was postponed until the Governor General’s return. The monument, which features a very artistic façade and is particularly well-organized and well-equipped for the various services it is intended to provide, is a tribute to the skill and talents of the famous Chief Architect of the Colonies, M.Foulhoux.
Many people mistakenly believe that the Saigon Post Office was designed by Gustav Eiffel, but this is not the case. According to Architecte constructeur, the journal’s editor-in-chief, M. Doling, the construction of the post office was the result of a collaboration between. – Vietnam Places
45. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon
The Cathedral Basilica, officially the Cathedral Basilica, is a Roman Catholic church located in the center of the Vietnamese capital, Hochiminh City. It was founded by French colonists in the early 19th century and was originally known as the “Church of Saigon”. It was built between 1863 and 1882 and has been officially known as the “Diocesan Cathedral” since 1959. The cathedral is topped by two bell towers that reach a height of 1,098 meters . The name “Diocesan” has been used for the cathedral since 1959.
The Cathedral Basilica is also known as the “Cathedral Basilica” or “Diocesan Basilica” in Vietnamese and “Diocesan Diocesan” for the French language versions.
The cathedral of Saigon, also known as “The Cathedral” in Vietnamese, “The Cathedral” and “The Cathedral Basilica” in French. – Vietnam Places
46. Ho Chi Minh City Opera House
The Municipal Theatre, also known as the Saigon Opera House or the “Opéra de Saigon” , is an opera house built in 1900 by French architects. It is one of Vietnam’s finest examples of French Colonial architecture. From 1956 to 1967, it housed the 500-seat National Assembly, and from 1967 to 1975, the People’s Assembly. In 1975, it was used as a theatre again until 1976. In 1998, the façade of the Opera House was restored. – Vietnam Places
47. Han River Bridge
The Song Han bridge is one of the most important bridges in the city of Danang. Danang is located on the western side of the river Hàn, while the beaches are located on the eastern side.The Song Han bridge was built by people from Da Nang and is one of the first swing bridges in Vietnam.
The bridge is lighted up at night.During the night, the bridge will stop traffic from crossing the river and swing on its axis so that shipping can pass through the bridge. – Vietnam Places
48. Chùa Pháp Lâm
Phap Lam pagoda is the oldest pagoda in Da Nang. It was mobilized in 1934 by the da nang annam Buddhist association to be built as an assembly pagoda. The Asian architectural style was drawn by the architect Dang Cao De. The Da nang Buddhist Provincial Association pagoda was named Phuc Lam in 1970.
Since January 2005, the pagoda is undergoing a major restoration.Currently, the pagoda houses the Da Nang city Buddhist executive committee’s office.Tens of thousands of tourists and monks, nuns and Buddhists visit Phap Lam pagoda annually to visit, worship and practice. – Vietnam Places
49. Ba Na Hills SunWorld
bà nà hill station is one of the hill stations and resorts in central Vietnam, located in Trư Đình District, Da Nang Province. The station was founded by French colonists in 1919, who wanted to build a resort as a vacation spot for the French tourists.The station is located at a height of 1500 metres, offering a panoramic view of the eastern sea and the mountains surrounding it.
Because of the station’s altitude, the temperature of the resort is cooler than that of the coastal environment.The nearest tourist attraction to the station is Linh Ngoc Temple, which is close to the station and has a cable car to transport tourists to the station and back to the temple. – Vietnam Places
50. InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort
InterContinental DANANG Sun Peninsula Resort is one of the hotels under the management of INTERCONTENTAL Hotels Group Vietnam. It opened on 1st June, 2012.InterContinental danang sun peninsula is situated on Sơn trà peninsula, also known as Monkey mountain in Da Nang.
It is about 30 minutes drive from Danang international airport and about 45 minutes from the center of Danang.The resort occupies 39 hectares on the peninsula, including 700 m of private beach.The traditional Vietnamese town of Hoi An is about 45 minutes from DANANG. – Vietnam Places
51. My Khe Beach
My Khe Beach is renowned for its blue sky and smooth white sand. It has a gentle slope and clear & warm water all year round. It is surrounded by coconut trees and everything around is peaceful, natural and relaxing. This is why Forbes Magazine chose My Khe Beach as “One of the Most Beautiful Beaches on the Planet” title.
The title was given to My Khe Beach after years of hard work by the government and Da Nang Lifeesaving Association to keep the beach clean, safe for visitors, free entry for tourists, great accommodation etc. In addition, My Khe Beach was also named as one of 10 Most Popular Beaches in Asia by the Australian newspaper The Sunday Herald Sun.
My Khe Beach has no large waves, is warm all year round and has an average of 60 meters wide beach area. This makes it ideal and safe place to swim for adults and children at any time of the year. My Khe Beach also offers beautiful sunrise scenery, so try to be close to the beach so you can enjoy the beautiful view from your room. – Vietnam Places
52. Dragon Bridge
Dragon Bridge is a bridge across the Hàn River at the city of Da Nang in Vietnam. The bridge is 666 meters long and 37.5 meters wide, with six vehicular lanes. The construction of the bridge started on July 19, 2009, the same day the inauguration ceremony took place, when the former Chairman of the ruling party, the People’s Republic of Vietnam, Nguyen Xuan Dung, and many other senior government officials took part in the groundbreaking ceremony. The bridge was opened on the 29th of March, 2013, and cost nearly 1.5 billion dong (88 million US dollars).
The construction of the Dragon Bridge was carried out by the American-based consulting engineers, Ammann and Whitney Consulting Engineers, in collaboration with the French-based Louis Berger Group, under the auspices of Company No.508, a subsidiary of civil construction engineering corporation No.5 and bridge company No. 75. – Vietnam Places
53. Lady Buddha
The highest Buddha statue in Vietnam is the Lady Buddha da Nang. The statue is situated at Linh opp pagoda on Son Tra peninsula in Da Nang, 9 km from My Khe beach or 14 km from da nang city center. The statue is inside the courtyard of linh opp pagoda.
The height of the statue is 67m, the diameter of the lotus is 35m, which is equivalent to the height of 30-storey buildings.
The statue is leaning on the mountain facing the sea. The kind eyes look down, the hand exorcizes, and the other hand holds the bottle of holy water to sprinkle the peace to the off-shore fishermen. The hat of the Lady Buddha statue has a Buddha statue that is 2m high.
The Lady Buddha da nang has 17 floors in its lap. Each floor has an altar containing 21 Buddha statues with different shapes, facial expressions and posture. – Vietnam Places
54. The Marble Mountains
The five elements mountains are Kim, water, wood, fire, and earth. The mountains all have cave entrances and many tunnels. You can climb to the top of the mountain, and there are several Buddhist sanctuaries in the mountains.
The area is famous for stone sculpture making, stone-cutting crafts, and other stone-making activities. Direct rock extraction in the mountains has recently been prohibited, and materials are now transported from quarries located in Quỳnh Nam Province.
Marble Mountains are a cluster of five mountains made up of marble and limestone. The mountains are all located south of the city of Da Nang, Vietnam. The mountains are named according to the five elements: – Vietnam Places
55. Sơn Trà Mountain
Sơn trà mountain is a mountain and a peninsula range on the Sơn prà peninsula, Sơn nhân trà subdistrict, Đà nẵng province, Vietnam. The western face of the mountain overlooks the Da Nang Bay and East Sea. The Tiên Sa terminal of the Đà nhân prà port is situated at the western base of the mountain, as well as Tiên Sa beach. – Vietnam Places
56. Can Tho
The city of Can Tho is located in the southern part of the Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam. Can Tho is situated on the south bank of the river Hau. The city is well-known for its canal system and floating markets.
Can Tho’s modern bridge spans the river and is 2.75 km long and has a cable-maintained structure. The bustling Ninh kieu waterfront is the center for boat tours on the surrounding waterways. The night sky lights up Can Tho’s waterfront with floating restaurants, floating bars and floating hotels. – Vietnam Places
57. VinWonders Phú Quốc
VinWonders Quoc is the biggest theme park in Vietnam and covers an area of nearly 50 hectares. The theme park is situated in the tourist complex of Vinpearl Quu Quoc. VinWonders Quo Quoc is inspired by civilizations from around the world and is based on many fairytale stories.
The theme park has 6 zones with 12 different themes. The games are interesting and the discovery activities are impressive. It is suitable for all ages. – Vietnam Places
58. Tram Chim National Park
Tràm Chim national park is a national park located in the plain of reeds of the Mekong Delta, Vietnam.The park was established in order to revive a degraded wetland. The wetland is home to several endangered species of birds, including the sarus crane, which is listed on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List.Tràm Chim wetland is also a Wetland of International Importance according to the Ramsar Convention. – Vietnam Places
59. Tra Su Cajuput Forest
Tra Su is located about 30 kms southwest from Chau Doc and covers an area of 850 hl. It is an eco-system of caju trees and a mangrove flooded forest that is home to a variety of plants and animals. The larger part of this forest is covered with green water during the wet season, which makes for an amazing view especially when the sun reaches down the surface of the water.
The forest is also home to many water bird colonies, bat colonies and rare and endangered species of animals and reptiles.
In total, Tra Su is home to 140 different types of flora and 70 different species of birds. It is also home to 11 different species of animals and 25 different species of reptiles as well as 23 different species of fish. When you arrive at Tra Su, the boat will stop at the caju forest with tall green caju trees lined up on the dirt sidewalk.
Don’t miss the opportunity to climb the watch tower and have a view of the entire forest. It’s the most memorable moment of this trip when the sun goes down. – Vietnam Places
60. Phu Quoc Prison History Museum
The military prison Phu Quoc is located in the south of Vietnam, in the province of Giêng Giang, Phu Quoc County. The prison dates back to 1949–1950 when French colonialists built the prison as a detention center for political dissidents. It was used during the Vietnam War to hold Vietnamese and North Vietnamese prisoners.
During the war, many high-ranking Vietnamese leaders were detained in Phu Quoc. Today, the prison is considered a special historical monument of national importance by the Government of Vietnam.The prison has a total area of 40.000 square metres or 0.015 square miles. After the unification of Vietnam, the prison was closed. However, it is now open for visitors. – Vietnam Places
