Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia on the Indochina Peninsula. It flanked by the south China Sea to the east, Laos to the northwest, Cambodia in the southwest and china in the north. The country boasts of dense forests, unique flora and fauna, long beaches and mountains. Tet, is the Vietnamese New Year and celebrated with great pomp all week long. Visiting Vietnam during Tet is highly recommended! Let’s find out a little more about Vietnam and some of the cities that must be visited while you are on your trip. SAPA
Sapa is a hill station located in the Hoang Lien Sapa. It is breathtaking to say the least. You will find many interesting and tribal groups here. The most common tribal group here is the Black Hmong. The place is very interesting and you will love seeing the different people and interacting with them.
HANOI
Hanoi has the most exotic flora in Vietnam. Trees, lakes and beautiful flowers you’ll see it all here. Hanoi has a contemporary feel to it. After all it is the capital city of Vietnam. It is also called the Paris of the Orient. You will love the old trading alleys and streets. Here you can buy new goods products from age old tunnel houses. You will love the colours and the way of life here.
MEKONG DELTA
The Mekong Delta comprises of Vinh Long, Can Tho Chau Doc and My Tho. It is an extremely important and flourishing region in Vietnam. It is the world’s largest rice exporting region and is called the Rice Basket. The river system is very well organised and connected here. The canals and back water here make for a very sight.
HALONG BAY
This dragon made city according to legend is breathtaking. Its scenic views and breathtaking rock sculptures make for an interesting and unforgettable trip. It is called the Jewel in the crown and you must take a cruise on the Bay of Tonkin on a junk boat! It is an interesting experience.
While on your Vietnamese tour you must visit Saigon. Also known as Ho Chi Min City, Saigon is an important city in Vietnam even though it is commercially well developed you will still find historical buildings and other heritage sites.
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