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Vietnam's two natural wonders, Hang Sơn Đoòng and Bản Giốc Waterfall, are listed among National Geographic's 7 natural wonders.
Hang Sơn Đoòng and Bản Giốc Waterfall stand as Asian marvels.
National Geographic's list of 7 impressive natural wonders includes Gokyo Lake (Nepal), Chocolate Hills (Philippines), Kelimutu Volcano (Indonesia), Danxia Geological Park (China), Hang Sơn Đoòng (Vietnam), Bản Giốc Waterfall (Vietnam-China border), and Jigoku Valley (Japan).
Adventure in Gokyo Lake, Nepal
Gokyo Lake boasts stunning emerald waters, perfect for adventurous travelers seeking breathtaking landscapes. It's also the highest freshwater lake system in the world.
Standing atop Gokyo Ri in favorable weather conditions, you can observe other towering peaks like Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, Cho Oyu, and Gyachung Kang. Most travel companies in Nepal offer trekking tours around Gokyo Lake.
Chocolate Hills, Philippines
During the rainy season, these hills are covered in lush greenery. When the rains pass, the entire landscape turns brown, hence earning the name 'Chocolate Hills.' There are approximately 1,776 hills in this area of Bohol Island. It is listed as a national geological monument of the Philippines.
The Chocolate Hills are also associated with legends, the most popular being the tale of two giants hurling rocks and sand at each other in battle until both grew tired and gave up.
Mount Kelimutu, Indonesia
Located on Flores Island, Mount Kelimutu is most beautiful on bright moonlit nights. The space becomes enchanting, with sparkling lakes shimmering in the night.
For many years, geologists have focused on studying this area, particularly the phenomenon of the lake changing colors over time. This unpredictability adds to the excitement for tourists as they never know what color they'll see next.
Danxia Geological Park, China
The term 'Danxia Landform' not only refers to the mountains in the geological park but also to many other areas in China.
Each landscape was formed millions of years ago through the movement of tectonic plates and the weathering of sandstone, creating stunning scenery.
In 2010, UNESCO recognized six landscapes in China as 'Danxia.' Among them, the terrain in Zhangye covers the largest area, spanning nearly 300km².
Sơn Đoòng Cave, Vietnam
Hang Sơn Đoòng lies within Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park, one of the largest caves in the world, big enough to accommodate a Boeing 747 airplane.
Discovered by a local resident, Hồ Khanh, in 1991 while seeking shelter from a storm, this place has become a destination attracting many international tourists for exploration and conquest.
Bản Giốc Waterfall, Vietnam-China Border
Located on the border between Vietnam and China, Bản Giốc Waterfall is compared to Niagara Falls (between Canada and the United States).
Surrounded by forests and limestone, the waterfall cannot be swum in, but visitors can still sit on bamboo rafts to admire the view.
Jigoku Valley, Japan
Jigoku Valley is situated on Hokkaido Island and is part of the Shikotsu-Toya National Park near the city of Noboribetsu.
This area is renowned for its therapeutic hot springs. Visitors can soak in hot spring baths at hotels or stroll along the valley's paths to admire the rising steam and erupting underground water streams.
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourMarch 3rd, 2017
