Vietnam, a small country located on the Asian continent, is an incredible combination between the fascinating culture of its people and its beautiful landscapes. It has a very beautiful landscape, ranging from big rice fields, showing all the imaginable tones in the palette of greens, to irregular peaks and great mountains, and all this, combined with the extensive national history and the great number of ethnic minorities, makes Vietnam a unique destination.
This small country is the ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts, hikers and cyclists, who can integrate into its beauty within the limits of the large number of national parks there, while enjoying the amazing view of Halong Bay, which will leave more than one open-mouthed.
In Vietnam there is a great contrast, in which rural areas have incredible landscapes, in the cities you can find a lot of possibilities to get into their culture and be seduced by the exquisiteness of Vietnam’s typical dishes. Definitely, this beautiful nation has a few tricks up its sleeve, and is undoubtedly one of the most underestimated destinations in Southeast Asia.
If you are a big cities fan, during your visit to Vietnam you cannot miss a trip to Ho Chi Minh City, the main commercial center of the country, where you can find a bustle worthy of the most cosmopolitan streets in the world, having streets flooded with cars and motorcycles, a stunning gastronomic scene, and the epicenter of the most exclusive shopping in the country.
According to a large number of tourists who have visited Vietnam, it is impossible to miss all the wonders that lie behind Nguyen Thi Minh Khai Street. Here is the Reunification Palace, formerly known as the Palace of Independence, which served as a residence for the president of South Vietnam.
This street, in addition, has a very important connotation for the history of Vietnam, since it is known to be the exact place where the tanks of the army of North Vietnam were stopped and parked on April 30, 1975, with which the long war was officially ended. In short, this is one of the best places to visit in Vietnam.
Besides, on the other side of the coin, you can be amazed by the incredible views of the rice fields and mangroves, the chaotic floating markets that you can visit by boat to enjoy their hectic local life, and among many other options, the delta also becomes in one of Vietnam’s favorite destinations. It’s just a matter of letting you be amazed and discovering new worlds, tastes, colors, cultures and sensations, from the comfort of a cruise, the hustle and bustle of a walk through downtown, or the tranquility of a bike ride. You will definitely not regret visiting Vietnam.
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