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Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, and Ha Long stand among the 25 most cherished destinations in Asia, earning accolades at the 2013 Asia Destination Awards presented by the world's largest travel website, TripAdvisor.
The award ceremony for the 2013 Asia Destination Awards is scheduled to take place in Singapore on June 18.
In its fifth edition, this year's awards feature 412 global destinations listed in the TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice selection.
These awards consider factors such as the popularity of destinations, traveler affinity for specific locales, and the highest-rated destinations.
The winners are determined through millions of reviews and opinions from travelers on the TripAdvisor platform, which averages over 60 million monthly visitors and boasts more than 75 million feedback responses.
Boasting an immense trove of travel information, TripAdvisor has evolved into the world's favorite online travel guide for globetrotters.
Among this year's 25 most alluring travel spots in Asia, Hanoi secures the 14th position, Ho Chi Minh City the 15th, Hoi An the 17th, and Ha Long the 25th.
TripAdvisor states on its website: “The Vietnamese capital holds ancient history, preserving its Old Quarter, museums, and colonial architecture while constructing numerous modern districts… With numerous lakes, parks, shaded streets, and over 600 temples and churches, the city's beauty is further enhanced.”
Describing Ho Chi Minh City as Vietnam's largest city showcasing the country's rapid cultural and economic development, Hoi An serves as a prime example in preserving the most important trading port in Southeast Asia from the 15th to the 19th century, while Ha Long is a must-visit for travelers to admire stunning limestone islands and breathtaking caves.
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Source: Mytour Travel Guide – Courtesy: Vietnamplus
MytourJuly 1, 2013
