Ba Ho Stream
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Ba Ho stream is 25 km from Nha Trang to the north. This is a
stream originating from the top of Hon Son (over 660m), flowing between
the two sides of the rocky mountains into the fields of Phu Huu hamlet,
Ninh Ich village, Ninh Hoa district, then pours into Nha Phu swamp.
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Doc Let
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The place gets its Vietnamese name of Doc Let because if you
want to reach to the sea, you have to cross high sand dunes and if you
are not strong enough, the sand would seem to hold you back and quite a
few people to lag ("let "in Vietnamese) to the destination.
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Long Son Pagoda
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Founded in the late 19th Century, this impressive Pagoda is by
far the most detailed and noticeable sight in Nha Trang. With elegant
mosaics and colorful dragons, this Pagoda is a must see for all visitors
to the area, and also is home to a large 14 meter seated Buddha image.
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Marine Research Institute
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Marine research institute was previously the oceanography
institute founded in 1923, which is situated on a large area alongside
Cau Da, 6 km away from Nha Trang.
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Mun Island
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From the gravel beach of Hon Mieu, you will see three small
islands lying in a row; they are Hon Tam, Hon Mot and Hon Mun; among
these, Hon Mun has a most attractive landscapes.
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Nha Trang Main Cathedral
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The construction of Nha Trang Main Cathedral was started on
Sep 3, 1928. Archbishop Louis Vallet had the top of the mountain blown
off with 500 mines to obtain a flat surface of 4,500 m2.
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Palace Of Ocean King
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Palace of Ocean King is at the present the largest side
nationwide, opened in 1998 on Hon Mieu Island, close to Tri Nguyen fish
lake.
Palace of Ocean King was designed and constructed with the look of a
sailing yawn, allowing visitors to relax, to behold the live life of
marine royal and mermaids.
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Po Nagar Cham Tower
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On the north side of Nha Trang, across Xom Bong Bridge excited
with red-blue fishing boats are the best-preserved Cham Towers in
Central Vietnam, a sanctuary of Po Nagar, a mythical goddess.
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Salangane Island
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Salangane Island is most famous for Yen Sao which is the name
of the nest of Salangane or swifts. The locals harvest the bird nests
(considered a delicacy) used in soups.
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Tri Nguyen Aquarium
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Tri Nguyen Aquarium was built in 1971, a highly inventive work
of distinction, by Le Can, a fisherman who was fond of nature very much
with goodwill and proud of his homeland.
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Set up in 1757 by Chinese Phuc Kien merchants at Hoi An, the
building has been repaired and renovated many times. Phuc Kien Assembly
Hall is used for genies and ancestors worship And a meeting place of the
Chinese Phuc Kien people as well.
This private house, constructed in 1780, is two floors of
combined architectural influences. The first floor's central roof is
four-sided, showing Japanese influence, and the upstairs balcony has a
Chinese rounded "turtle shell "roof with carved beam supports.
This temple was built in the middle of the 17th century to
worship Quan Cong, the most famous general of the “ Three States” time
(in Chinese history) who is the resplendent symbol of morality: faith,
loyalty, frankness, righteousness.
Located at 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc Road, Hoi An Town, Quang Nam
Province, Tan Ky House was constructed almost two centuries ago as the
house of a Vietnamese merchant.
The bridge was built by the Japanese trading community in 1593
to link them with the Chinese quarter on the other side of a small
stream.
In 1802, the Tran family ancestor house of worship was built by a mandarin of civil service named Tran Tu Nhac.
Trieu Chau assembly hall was built by the Chinese in the early
19th century to worship the God of the oceans who is the reflection of
the sea faring people,s deep longing for safety at sea.
In 1783, Nguyen Anh was defeated by Tay Son and ran away to
Con Dao Island. Together with fishermen, Lord Nguyen Anh founded three
villages: An Hai, An Hoi, and Co Ong.
Binh Chau Thermal Springs are located 70km east of Vung Tau
City. Covering an area of 1km2, Binh Chau Thermal Springs consist of
many lakes and ponds joining through an underground pool of mineral
water coming from a network of 70 main sources.
This monastery was built on a hill from 1969 to 1974. The
monastery has a flag pillar, a symbol of an ancient lotus stupa. Among
the many items to observe are the 42 stairs paved with bricks, a 3.5-ton
bell, intricate mosaic work, and a 12-m Buddha statue.
The site of the pagoda occupies an area of 6ha on the side of
Big Mountain. The beauty of the 19m high pagoda lies in the harmonious
combination between the natural surroundings and the architectural
structure.
Every Saturday, the picturesque mountain village of Sa Pa comes alive with shoppers who know what they want: love.
Eight miles (13km) from Sapa is the Thac Bac Water fall (the
one in the picture). You can get here easily on a motorbike.
This architectural construction made of a porch and walls was
built in 1630 to protect the remote capital of Phu Xuan of the Nguyen
Dynasty.
Tien Son Cave, originally called Dry Cave, lies in Phong Nha -
Ke Bang tourist complex that comprises natural beauty-spots in Quang
Binh Province (central Vietnam).
According to legend, the people around this area used to see a
vision of an old lady appearing on the hill where the pagoda now sits.
The Palace of Supreme Harmony houses the thrones of the 13 emperors in the Nguyen Dynasty from Gia long to Bao Dai.
Cultural characteristics of Hue such as its cuisine, royal
court music and royal architecture are being exploited effectively.
Ngo Mon was constructed in 1833 during the reign of Emperor
Minh Mang. The gate leads to the Imperial Palace and was the observation
point for the Emperor to review his troops and for ceremonial use.
The Citadel is a square enclosure with a circumference of 10,000 m, a height of 6.6 m and a thickness of about 21 cm.
The Nguyen Dynasty (1802-1945) is the last of Vietnam's Royal
families. In all, there were 13 kings, however, due various reasons,
only seven had tombs.
Upon arriving in Ha Long city, the visitor will be driving
along 'Bai Chay 'or scorched beach. The sand on this stretch of beach is
dark.
Bo Nau Cave (Pelican Cave) is not as deep and large. Looking
out from the cave the visitor can enjoy the scenic beauty of Ha Long.
Hang Dau Go (Wooden Stakes Cave) is one of the most beautiful
cave at Ha Long. The name, Dau Go or Giau Go, has direct ties to the
history of Vietnam.
Hang Trinh Nu (Virgin Cave) is also known as Mid Gate cave.
According to local lore, an old couple lived here long ago.
Poem Mountain stands over the city of Hon Gai. On his visit to
Ha Long, King Le Thanh Tong (15th century) wrote a poem glorifying Ha
Long's beauty.
Sung Sot Cave is on the same island with Trinh Nu cave. The
path to Sung Sot is quite steep and is lined with shady trees.
Located in Saigon's Botanical garden and Zoo, the museum
opened its doors to the public in January 1, 1929. Originally, the
museum was named Blanchard de la Brosse. In 1956, the museum was renamed
Bao Tang Quoc Gia - National Museum. And finally, in 1979, the
government renamed it Bao Tang Lich Su - Historical Museum.
Ben Thanh market has long been one of Saigon's most famous
landmark. The market has been in existence since the French occupation.
DAM SEN Water Park was opened on 19 November 1999 as a joint
venture of PHU THO Tourism and Service Company and Viet Asia Joint-Stock
Commercial Bank.
Located in Dakao, first district, the temple was built by
Cantonese Buddhists who settled in Saigon in the 19th century. The
architectural style is heavily influenced by the Chinese of southern
China.
Dinh Doc Lap or Independence Palace was completed in 1966
after three years of construction. The plans were drawn by Mr.
Giac Lam Pagoda, formerly called the Cam Dem, was built in
1744. It is now standing as the oldest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City, the
first classic Buddhist training centre for Gia Dinh area and the south.
A small number of Muslims exist in Vietnam, and are mainly
found in South central Vietnam, the Mekong Delta, and by the Cambodian
border.
Proposed to be one of France's most ambitious project in
Indochina at the time, Rev. Colombert laid the cornerstone for the
cathedral on October 7, 1877.
The Saigon Zoological and Botanical Garden in Ho Chi Minh City
is the oldest cultural and historical park in Vietnam and has the
country's largest collection of plants and animals.
Located on Cong Ly boulevard (or Nam Ky Khoi Nghia), Vinh nghiem is south Vietnam's most majestic temple.