There are countless of amazing destinations in Vietnam that you should visit. Every region of the country offers different kinds of landscapes. In order to see all these, you really have to spend time in each place to be able to witness the beauty that this country has to offer.
Here are Discover Halong‘s top 5 destinations in Northern Vietnam that you should visit before you die:
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| Ninh Binh. Photo by thanh_do |
Being the capital of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Hanoi of course is definitely a must see destination when visiting the Northern Region. It’s considered as one of the world’s cheapest cities to visit.
2. Ninh Binh
For those who don’t know, this area used to be the ancient capital of Vietnam. Rich in limestone formations and relaxing landscapes, this place is also well known for being named as the Ha Long Bay on land.
3. Dien Bien Phu
A popular destination for its rich in history and amazing views, Dien Bien Phu is the perfect place to visit if you wanna see and learn everything about the First Indochina War.
4. SaPa
One of Vietnam’s most beautiful cities, SaPa exudes the French colonial feel when you’re visiting the downtown area. Aside from the quaint old town, it definitely gets better when you visit the outskirts; all you’ll see are just amazing views of rice terraces and lovely locals.
5. Ha Long Bay
And last but definitely not the least, the world renown UNESCO World Heritage Site; Ha Long Bay should be on top of your list before you die. The best way to experience this place is going on a Ha Long Bay cruise.
Make sure you visit each of the cities that are listed above. So the next time you get a chance to go to Vietnam, you’ll have an idea on where to create your Southeast Asian adventures!
