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1. Buon Me Thuot, Dak Lak
Being a culturally rich land, Buon Me Thuot is also a treasure trove of intangible cultural heritage, with many UNESCO-recognized cultural features such as gong culture, epics, wooden statues, and more. Not to mention the beautiful lakes, cultural attractions, and interesting cuisine in Buon Me Thuot.
2. Da Nang
Da Nang, located in the central region, is developing rapidly and is almost the cleanest, most beautiful, and safest city in Vietnam. It boasts Bà Nà Hills, Sơn Trà Mountain, Marble Mountains, and, of course, the endless My Khe Beach. Da Nang is close to Hue, Hoi An, and My Son, three UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Da Nang itself has many scenic spots and beautiful structures worth exploring.
3. Dien Bien Phu, Dien Bien
In addition to historical landmarks, Dien Bien also captivates visitors with majestic landscapes close to nature. Especially, if you have the chance to join the small market right in the central valley, surrounded by towering mountains and drifting white mist, you will feel the full colors of the Northwest in a highland market amidst the surrounding rocky mountains.
4. Da Lat, Lam Dong
Da Lat is the capital of Lam Dong province, with an altitude of 1500 meters above sea level. Da Lat has a cool climate, making it an ideal resort in the Southern region. Once famous for attractions such as the Valley of Love, Lake of Sighs, Two Mounds Hill, Elephant Waterfall, ...
Da Lat today no longer retains the wilderness of the past. The main attractions of Da Lat tourism now include Xuan Huong Lake, Langbiang Peak, Bao Dai Palace, Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Tuyen Lam Lake, and Dalat Railway Station (Tram Mat Station).
5. Hue
The streets lined with two rows of trees always seem deserted, life in Hue moves slowly and floats like the leaves on the Perfume River. However, Hue attracts tourists with moss-covered palaces and citadels, historical stories reminding us of our roots and the struggle of the entire nation. Of course, to experience the most natural things about Hue, the best way is to embark on a Hue tour right away.
6. Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa
Nha Trang tourism has long been famous for many interesting attractions: islands with beautiful, pristine beaches, ancient Cham towers, and the unique cuisine of the coastal region. Usually, Nha Trang is most beautiful from July to the end of September, with sunny weather, perfect for leisurely boat trips or just sitting somewhere watching the sea, making anyone visiting Nha Trang reluctant to leave.
7. Phu Quoc, Kien Giang
Phu Quoc Pearl Island is one of the most fantastic tourist and resort destinations. When traveling to Phu Quoc, you can immerse yourself in the deep blue water, breathe in the fresh sea breeze, find tranquility at Tranh Stream, and enjoy delicious fresh seafood.
If you're interested in the weather, the dry season here starts from November to April next year, the rainy season from May to October. The average temperature/year is only around 28 degrees Celsius, the weather is often cool and comfortable. Not to mention that recently, Vietnam Airlines has collaborated with some countries in Southeast Asia to open direct flights from Phu Quoc.
8. Pleiku, Kon Tum
The city of Pleiku welcomes visitors with a cool atmosphere, winding roads shrouded in characteristic mist of the mountain town. The most interesting thing when coming to Pleiku is that you can enjoy delicious dishes without worrying about the 'rip-off' scenes like other tourist areas.
Delicious dishes not to be missed here include: dry pho, crab noodle soup, clear dumpling cake, bowl of floating fern-shaped cake, grilled skewers, nem (spring rolls),... Besides, you can also enjoy the specialties of wild meat and the ethnic people's dishes here such as: bitter eggplant salad, grilled tube beef, grilled wild pork, bamboo-cooked rice,...
9. Ho Chi Minh City
The number of tourist attractions in Ho Chi Minh City is quite dense. If you try to list and divide them into clusters, there will be clusters such as: park cluster, museum cluster, church cluster, pagoda cluster, cluster of French colonial architecture, market cluster, bridge cluster, large amusement park cluster, and eco-tourism cluster,... Ho Chi Minh City is also interesting because it is considered a dynamic city with a hectic pace of life, even sleepless like the Western Street Pham Ngu Lao.
10. Tuy Hoa, Phu Yen
The city of Tuy Hoa is an overnight stop for many travelers visiting the Ghenh Da Dia or the Dai Lanh Cape lighthouse in Phu Yen. Tuy Hoa is small and sparsely populated, so it only takes a few turns to explore the city. Following the main road to the sea leads to the square area, considered the main entertainment spot for locals in this area. If possible, visit the Nhạn Tower, an ancient tower of the powerful Champa Kingdom, which leaves a strong impression in the evening. Under the sparkling lights, you can have a panoramic view of Tuy Hoa city.
11. Quy Nhon, Binh Dinh
Quy Nhon is known as the birthplace of the hero in bamboo armor, Nguyen Hue, and it holds many famous historical sites. When traveling to Quy Nhon, tourists not only visit famous landmarks but also have the opportunity to listen to the sound of stone flutes, traditional folk dances, and participate in the festivals of coastal residents.
Especially, the people of Quy Nhon are friendly, hospitable, and welcoming, so when traveling to Quy Nhon, tourists will not feel lost in the crowd.
12. Can Tho
Can Tho's uniqueness lies in its intricate network of canals and streams. Canals are also the 'streets,' adding beauty to a city that was once known as the Western Capital. With the rich beauty of the Mekong Delta, the simple and poetic villages have existed for a long time. This land also has many unique tourist destinations such as Ninh Kieu Quay, floating markets, Binh Thuy ancient house,... Moreover, the distinctive culture converges in the major festivals that attract tourists both domestically and internationally.
13. Chu Lai, Quang Nam
A region that still preserves many traces of the Champa culture. To the north, it borders Da Nang and Hue cities, to the south, it borders Quang Ngai province and Kon Tum province, and to the east, it faces the sea. This area is also famous for two world cultural heritages, Hoi An and My Son. Originally known as the 'Land of Extraordinary People,' it has been the birthplace of many talents for the country.
14. Dong Hoi, Quang Binh
If about 10 years ago, Dong Hoi was just a stop for tourists to spend a night before traveling to Phong Nha - Ke Bang, today, Dong Hoi is known as a preferred tourist destination. In addition to the dozens of kilometers of picturesque coastline with gentle beaches and clear water, the area also has many historical relics that attract many visitors.
In the morning, tourists can stroll along the riverside road. The city is so quiet that you can hear the sound of gentle waves lapping against the shore. Across the river is the green Bao Ninh Peninsula with coconut trees. Looking towards the sea gate, visitors can freely admire the slow-moving boats on the river and the sun slowly rising from a distance.
15. Vinh, Nghe An
Despite being almost completely devastated by war, Vinh has risen and thrived over the past 30 years with the vitality of a young urban area. Alongside historical and cultural relics, iconic revolutionary monuments are associated with the formation and development of the heroic red city, rated at the national level.
Many modern cultural works have emerged as attractive tourist attractions. When visiting Vinh city, tourists cannot forget the unique flavors of many distinctive dishes in Nghe cuisine, with the representative dish being Vinh eel porridge.
16. Ca Mau
Visit Ca Mau – the land at the southernmost point of the country, with the beauty characteristic of the Mekong Delta's river and water region. Here, you can navigate through the creeks of the mangrove forest or enjoy the fresh air of the U Minh Ha forest with lush melaleuca forests, creating a fascinating pristine beauty.
Ca Mau is also the hometown of Uncle Ba Phi, a familiar figure representing the straightforwardness of the Southern people. The famous specialties of Ca Mau include snakehead fish sauce, three-striped crab, crab shrimp, etc. The combination of forest and sea has made Ca Mau attractive to visitors who come to admire the harmonious picture of endless forests and vast, splendid blue sea.
17. Hanoi
Hanoi, the thousand-year-old capital with ancient relics and a peaceful life. If you've visited Hanoi, you can't forget its distinctive atmosphere, with Hoan Kiem Lake, West Lake, tranquil cafes, narrow streets, and street vendors.
They often say 'Hanoi is most beautiful at night,' and it's absolutely true. When night falls, Hanoi puts on a new face: no more noise, no car horns, only the silent night on deserted streets and people sweeping, selling vegetables, preparing for the early morning market. To experience Hanoi's nightlife, you can visit the fruit wholesale market at the foot of Long Bien Bridge at 3 - 4 am.
18. Hai Phong
When mentioning Hai Phong tourism, most people think of Cat Ba Island or Do Son Beach because Hai Phong is one of the largest coastal cities in the country. However, besides these long-famous landmarks, Hai Phong tourism has many attractive aspects in terms of culture, lifestyle, and natural landscapes.
Hai Phong is a crucial link in the economic and tourism triangle of Hai Phong - Hanoi - Quang Ninh. Hai Phong also owns many high-quality tourist areas, achieving international standards, such as 4-star resorts and casinos, Do Son Golf Course, eco-resort with the largest artificial wave pool in Asia at Hon Dau, 2 resorts Sông Giá and Camela in the city, hot spring tourist area in Tien Lang, 2 resorts Catba Island and Catba Resort and Spa in Cat Ba archipelago, and the artificial island Hoa Phuong,...
19. Con Dao, Vung Tau
A place that evokes intense emotions for anyone. The indomitable image of heroine Vo Thi Sau. Hang Duong Cemetery, where the spiritual flame of heroic martyrs shines. Today, Con Dao has truly returned to what nature has bestowed: a pure, pleasant oceanic climate, pristine beaches, crystal-clear water, colorful coral reefs, and primeval forests with the green of dreamy coconut rows...
You can relax on the white sandy beaches, play with the waves, explore small islands by boat, trek through the jungle, and it's fascinating if you can spot precious animals like dugongs, dolphins... swimming under the clear water.
20. Rach Gia, Kien Giang
Rach Gia has a 15km coastline with many river mouths, canals pouring into the Gulf of Thailand. Therefore, it has a surface position for sea tourism and forms a sea belt, a maritime traffic hub of the province as well as the southwestern region. Rach Gia is an important economic center of Kien Giang province, and from here, you can easily reach Phu Quoc with just a high-speed boat trip.
You can visit Rach Gia in any season. The peak tourist season in Rach Gia is from February to June. The festival honoring National Hero Nguyen Trung Truc is still organized solemnly on the 26th, 27th, and 28th of August in the lunar calendar. This is the largest and most attractive festival in Rach Gia.
21. Thanh Hoa
Speaking of the land of Thanh, the 'extraordinary land,' one cannot ignore the landmarks: Ham Rong - Song Ma. Those who have traveled from the South to the North, through the ancient 'land of fire,' where the natural beauty harmonizes, the sacred atmosphere converges, and the East Son culture flourishes, surely remember the image of Ham Rong Bridge connecting the banks of the Song Ma River, nestled against the Ngoc and Rong mountains.
The tranquil green river meanders, carrying the burden of alluvium, echoing the songs of the people of Thanh going up and down... Thanh Hoa is also famous for Sam Son Beach, a great bathing place that the French began exploiting in 1906, becoming a well-known resort in Indochina.
For decades, many vacation villas have been built here. King Bao Dai, the last king of the Nguyen dynasty, also built his own villa in Sam Son. Sam Son has many beautiful landscapes such as Trong Mai Islet, Doc Cuoc Temple, Co Tien Mountain,...
According to Huy Ban (Traveltimes.vn)
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
Mytour - Your Ultimate Travel CompanionOctober 1, 2014
