Vietnam Travel Blog

Attention to every nature lover and every novice explorer, from caving aficionados to the simply curious: the land of the Dragon is where you put down your luggage to discover the thousand and one wonders of nature it possesses. Indeed, Vietnam possesses gigantic caves that will furnish an impressive demonstration of raw beauty interspersed with light effects. Numerous sites are home to splendid treasures of nature for exploration. In this article, we are glad to present you with an exhibition of famous caves that are truly worth a visit in Vietnam.

Welcome to Van Long, the largest wetland nature reserve in the northern delta plain of Vietnam! This place impresses with its tranquil and pristine beauty, as well as its diverse ecosystem with limestone mountains and rare animal species like langurs and birds. This article will provide you with an overview and useful information for exploring the Van Long Nature Reserve. Now, let's begin.

Hoa Lu, the former glorious imperial capital, is located in Ninh Binh Province, north of Hanoi, just 100 kilometers away. This place is regarded as rich in history, culture, and nature because it was the center during the reign of three feudal dynasties in Vietnam between AD 968 and AD 1010. When you visit Hoa Lu, you will probably also visit sites such as Tam Coc Nature Reserve and the Trang An Ecological Complex, where you will enjoy scenic boat rides on lakes and rivers among dense karst formations and rice paddies. Follow this all-inclusive guide, along with all our wonderful tips, for your next trip to Hoa Lu.

If you're deciding between Hue and Hoi An for your Vietnam itinerary, you're in for a treat, as both cities offer their own unique charm. Located just over 120 kilometers apart in central Vietnam, they are known for their safety, affordability, and welcoming hospitality. Each city has its own appeal, making the decision a tough one for any traveler. In this article, I’ll guide you through what each destination offers to help you make the right choice.

"Bai" stands for the practice of worship, and "Dinh" stands for naming the summit. Thus, Bai Dinh suggests "the worship of Heaven and Earth, as well as the Buddha and the heavenly angels," a name that invigorates the belief of its followers. The greatest pagoda complex in Bai Dinh itself extends over about 530 hectares, and part of its ground rises to 187 meters above sea level from the summit of Mount Dinh, a limestone mountain clothed in verdant greenery.

Officially named the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, this site is often called "Halong Bay on Land". It is about 7 kilometers from the heart of Ninh Binh and 90 kilometers (a 2-hour drive) from Hanoi, the capital. But geologically, it is even older and structurally more complex. It is vital to understand the history of Trang An. Recognized in 2014, it is Vietnam's first and only mixed natural and cultural property. The karst mountains here were formed over 250 million years ago, preserving traces of prehistoric humans from 30,000 years ago. From my point of view, when you visit, you are not just seeing mountains; you are exploring a natural fortress. In the 10th century, King Dinh Tien Hoang chose this spot because the limestone peaks acted as "impenetrable walls" and the rivers served as "roads" to protect the capital from invaders. Later, the Tran Dynasty used these same caves as a secret military base to defeat the Mongols in the 13th century. In more recent history, these