Top 17 destinations in Vietnam voted by foreign newspapers

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According to Planet Ware, Ha Giang, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and Sa Pa… are great destinations that foreign tourists should not miss when visiting Vietnam.

“Vietnam is a surprising combination of natural attractions and cultural diversity,” according to Planet Ware, a Canadian travel website.

Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh

Ha Long Bay with thousands of islands creates interesting natural scenes.
Ha Long Bay with thousands of islands creates interesting natural scenes.

Ha Long Bay ranks first on the list, described as “a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the great places to enjoy the hypnotic views of the sea”.

Also according to this site, if you come to Ha Long Bay, visitors should stay at least one night to be able to fully enjoy the beauty at night, because a day trip will not be enough for you to enjoy the gift. that nature has bestowed on Ha Long Bay.

TP HCM

The main building block of the headquarters of the People's Committee of Ho Chi Minh City built in the early 19th century was recognized as a national architectural and artistic monument on November 4.
The main building block of the headquarters of the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City, built in the early 19th century, has been recognized as a national architectural monument of art in 2020.

As the major financial center of Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City is a modern and vibrant destination and it would be a big mistake to ignore countless “virtual living” check-in points like the German Cathedral. Mrs. Saigon, Saigon Central Post Office, Independence Palace, Nguyen Hue Pedestrian Street…

Hue

The nostalgic beauty of Hue.
The nostalgic beauty of Hue.

As the ancient capital of Vietnam, Hue has a nostalgic beauty in it. Coming to Hue, visitors can take a boat on the Perfume River, visit famous landmarks such as Hue Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, Ngo Mon Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Ngu Binh Mountain, Trang Tien Bridge…

Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park

Phong Nha Cave is located in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park, a World Natural Heritage recognized by UNESCO
Phong Nha Cave is located in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, a world natural heritage recognized by UNESCO.

Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park is a World Heritage site. The most famous place here is Paradise Cave with a length of more than 31 km deep in the ground, considered one of the most beautiful and impressive caves in the world.

My Son Sanctuary, Quang Nam

My Son Sanctuary is a famous historical heritage of Quang Nam province with an architectural complex including many unique Champa temples.
My Son Sanctuary is a famous historical heritage of Quang Nam province with an architectural complex including many unique Champa temples.

Located in the middle of rich mountains and forests, My Son Sanctuary is a famous historical heritage of Quang Nam province with an architectural complex consisting of many Champa temples with a history dating back to the 4th century.

About 70 km from Da Nang city, My Son Sanctuary is an interesting destination for those who love history and architecture as well as letting their souls relax between nature and heaven and earth.

Hoi An

Hoi An is the city with the most beautiful old houses in Vietnam ranked up to this point.
Hoi An still retains many old houses.

With international friends, Hoi An was once voted the best city in the world by readers of Travel & Leisure magazine in 2019.

In 2022, Planet Ware continues to favor this beautiful city when describing Hoi An as the city with the most special feeling in Vietnam, with countless ancient architectural works still existing today. .

Sa Pa

According to Mother Nature, Sapa terraces in Lao Cai are ranked in the list of 30 most beautiful places on the planet.
According to Mother Nature, Sapa terraces in Lao Cai are ranked in the list of 30 most beautiful places on the planet.

According to Planet Ware’s introduction, Sapa has many attractions such as Fansipan peak – the highest mountain in Vietnam, Tram Ton – the highest mountain pass in Vietnam with an altitude of 2000 m above sea level. In addition, Sapa is also a place where the unique cultures of Vietnam’s ethnic minorities such as the H’mong, the Red Dao, and the Giay… for visitors to freely explore.

Hanoi

Hanoi's specialty street vendors.
The “specialty” street vendors of Hanoi.

Hanoi – the thousand-year-old cultural capital of Vietnam has a charming beauty of bustle, but there is no shortage of idyllic, familiar and equally romantic little corners of Sword Lake, Turtle Tower, and Lake. West…

“The heavy traffic or the hustle and bustle of street vendors might be a bit too much for some tourists, but if you want to dig deep into urban life in Vietnam, Hanoi is the place to go. is the place for you to do it,” concludes Planet Ware.

Nha Trang

With a length of more than 10km, Nha Trang beach is likened to a crescent moon, curved around Nha Trang Bay.
With a length of more than 10km, Nha Trang beach is likened to a crescent moon, curved around Nha Trang Bay.

Many foreign tourists have commented, Vietnam has many beaches, but leaving a deep impression in their hearts is Nha Trang. Planet Ware also describes: “To find a beach in Vietnam, Nha Trang is the best”.

Cu Chi Tunnels

The system of vertical, horizontal, multi-storey tunnels, more than 250km long, penetrates the ground at Cu Chi tunnels.
The system of vertical, horizontal, multi-storey tunnels, more than 250km long, penetrates the ground at Cu Chi tunnels.

For those who love learning about history, the Cu Chi tunnels are a suitable destination. Cu Chi district – a suburban district of Ho Chi Minh City has a system of tunnels over 250 km long, dug during the Indochina War and the Vietnam War.

Ba Be National Park

Peaceful scenery of Ba Be National Park.
Peaceful scenery of Ba Be National Park.

Planet Ware has voted Ba Be National Park in Bac Kan province as one of the most peaceful places in Vietnam, so if you are looking for a quiet space to rest and relax for a few days, this is it. is a place worth considering.

Mekong Delta

Many places in the Mekong Delta have floating markets, such as Cai Rang, Phong Dien (Can Tho), An Huu, Cai Be (Tien Giang), Nga Nam and Tra Men markets in Soc. Moon or Nam Can market, Thoi Binh in Ca Mau province..
Many places in the Mekong Delta have floating markets, such as Cai Rang, Phong Dien (Can Tho), An Huu, Cai Be (Tien Giang), Nga Nam, Tra Men markets in Soc Trang or Nam Can markets. , Thoi Binh in Ca Mau province…

Vietnam’s Mekong Delta is where visitors can admire the straight rice fields with flying storks and countless kinds of ripe and delicious fruit trees, or floating markets on the river like floating markets. Cai Rang, Phong Dien floating market…

Cat Ba

Cat Ba has the typical scenery of Ha Long Bay with limestone mountains and calm blue sea.
Cat Ba has the typical scenery of Ha Long Bay with limestone mountains and calm blue sea.

Located right next to Ha Long Bay, Cat Ba is also a favorite tourist destination in the summer with its pristine and majestic beauty, but is commented to be more peaceful and quiet than Ha Long Bay.

In particular, those who love birds and animals can discover more about them in Cat Ba National Park.

Ha Giang

Coming to Ha Giang at the beginning of the year, visitors will be immersed in the pink and white color of plum blossoms, in the middle of the year is the season of water pouring, at the end of the year is the beauty of buckwheat flowers filling the rocky plateau...
Coming to Ha Giang at the beginning of the year, visitors will be immersed in the pink and white color of plum blossoms, in the middle of the year is the season of water pouring, at the end of the year is the beauty of buckwheat flowers filling the rocky plateau…

Ha Giang – a mountainous province in the North of Vietnam, is famous as a destination for many amateur and professional backpackers because of its pristine, picturesque landscape with clouds and mountains.

Arriving at the top of the country, visitors can visit Quan Ba ​​Pass (also known as Quan Ba ​​Heaven Gate – likened to the boundary between heaven and earth in the early part of the country), Ma Pi Leng Pass – meaning ” bridge of the horse’s nose”, is known as the king of the passes in the Northwest mountains, with a rugged pass road about 20 km long, in Pa Vi and Pai Lung communes, Meo Vac district and Ta Lung commune, Dong Van district. .

Phu Quoc

Located in Kien Giang province, Phu Quoc is the largest island in a population of 22 islands located in the Gulf of Thailand and also the largest island of Vietnam.
Located in Kien Giang province, Phu Quoc is the largest island in a population of 22 islands located in the Gulf of Thailand and also the largest island of Vietnam.

Phu Quoc is known as the Pearl Island – the island with the largest area of ​​Vietnam. However, to enjoy Phu Quoc to the fullest, Planet Ware does not forget to recommend that tourists choose to go in the dry season (from November to May) to avoid persistent rains that affect fun activities. Play on land as well as in the water.

Con Dao

Con Dao is an ideal destination for those who love scuba diving.
Con Dao is an ideal destination for those who love scuba diving.

According to Planet Ware, Con Dao is one of the best destinations in Vietnam for scuba diving lovers, because of both the diversity of marine life as well as the coral reefs here.

Mui Ne

Mui Ne Beach, Binh Thuan.
Mui Ne Beach, Binh Thuan.

Once an anonymous fishing village, now Mui Ne has developed into a famous tourist center of Phan Thiet city, Binh Thuan province, known by many tourists.

However, compared to other beaches, Mui Ne still retains its pristine beauty, purity and not too crowded, so it will be a perfect place for those who want to enjoy a peaceful pace of life.

 (According to Planet Ware )

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