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Top 5 romantic places for Valentine's Day

Valentine 's Day of this year on the weekend, so many young people came together to romantic places to hold those beautiful moments.

1. Halong Bay
National Geographic Magazine recently ranked Ha Long Bay in the top 10 romantic destinations for Valentine's Day 2014.


Halong sea four seasons a loving blue with silvery ripples surf on the gulf shore.
The cave where extremely rich, concentrated in the center of the estate : Thien Cung, Dau Go and Sung Sot cave...

It's a sweet Valentine's Day, romantic and unforgettable experience when you are feeling wonderful on the emerald green water and look at 3,000 limestone islands.

If possible, couples should choose to rest on the " floating hotel " and spend the night on the bay. In the morning, you can wake up early, exercise on a boat with his mate and see sunrise over the bay.

2. Da Lat
Referring to the romantic spot, can not not mention the Da Lat - one of the most romantic places in Vietnam tours. Indeed, with the perfect combination between the green of the pine trees and sparkling water, creating an unforgettable feature for this dreamy city.

  At each early, hold hands walking down the deserted road passers, scenic Xuan Huong Lake blur face in the morning dew, the silent mansion, will be a great anniversary for couples in love together.

Besides, this Valentine's Day to Da Lat, visitors will be immersed in endless colors of flowers of sunflowers brilliant, quỳnh red, purple phoenix, and is most famous tulips.

3. Hoi An
Walked around the streets and alleys in the heart of the old town, the noisy sound or dust of cars, motorcycles still found everywhere seemed to disappear, where visitors can enjoy the quiet, peaceful and unique culture in Hoi An.


Hoi An ancient town with rows of old houses, remains of the traditional architecture dating back more than 300 years ago and culture forever changing characteristics over time. Ancient beauty of this little old city has enchanted so many domestic and foreign tourists.

People always say to visit Hoi An ancient town on the full moon day, because it's the most beautiful time of Hoi An, the whole town was lit by the warm glow of the lantern tradition. What could be more romantic if you are with a lover sitting on a boat along the river lit lantern.

4. Nha Trang
With stretching beaches, Nha Trang has long been a tourist destination as well as brilliant venue for major activities in Vietnam. Visitors are coming to visit Nha Trang Bay has 19 large and small islands dotted with typical ecosystems, rare coral reefs, mangrove forests in Hon Mun, Hon Nhieu, Hon Tam...



For those who love shopping the souvenir items, seafood can visit Dam Market. In the city, tourists are discovering the landscapes : Long Son Pagoda, Stone Bridge Villas of King Bao Dai, Thac Ba and taste the delicious specialties of Nha Trang free mode as : nests, bread soup, Nhum...

5. Mui Ne - Phan Thiet
Be generous nature endowed sandy beaches and gorgeous, Phan Thiet is the destination for tourists who want to conquer the sand and sea. Bau Trang beaches, Ke Ga lighthouse, Ong Dia rocks are also good places to save those sweet moments of the couple.



Besides, there is Mui Ne, location captivated many photographic artists by great scenery here. Mui Ne, in addition to bathing resort, visitors can also participate in exciting activities such as sea cruises, hunting, fishing, playing golf,..

The resort is located right on the beach will bring you moments of quiet, private and sweetest for lover.

Vietnam is a great destination

" With a glorious history, national parks, mountains, beautiful beaches, romantic and charming city rich culinary background characteristics, Vietnam has become an attractive destination with visitor".

From the mid-nineteenth century, Vietnam was a French colony for a period of nearly 100 years later. Today , people still see the architectural style of the French in Hanoi, Hai Phong and Ho Chi Minh City.

Every day , in every street bakery sells baguette  bread with pate. Currently, only few people have the ability to speak French, mostly older people.


Pate Bread is one of the famous dishes of the people of Vietnam.

Vietnam has experienced many wars that affected the economy. After reunification, peace was restored, the new economy is recovering. Many people in Vietnam can not be forgotten period of hardships experienced. According to estimates, there are about 3 million people in Vietnam have died in the war. Each year thousands of people injured or killed by these ordnance still lying on the ground not explode.

Several museums in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City exhibited artifacts in the War as tanks, rusty aircraft, memorable events... Visitors can tour the battlefield evil a list as Khe Sanh, Dien Bien Phu, Vinh Moc Tunnels...

With the attractiveness of Vietnam culture, the number of tourists to Vietnam increased from a few thousand people ( in 1991 ) to more than 8 million visitors ( in 2013 ).

Vietnam is considered a safe country, political stability. Tourists are not too concerned with crime or security. However , only a single point except that traffic congestion in peak hours.

About cuisine , Vietnam is an exciting destination, tourist attraction. These ingredients make the dish very fresh : vegetables picked from the garden, sea fishing and day use... Unlike Western cuisine, food Vietnam exquisite combination in the use spices, fresh herbs from the market, especially the spicy chili is unmistakable.
Each region has its excellent cuisine. The meal is a blend of cooking characteristics and preferences of the people combined with the sweet, sour, salty, crunchy, spicy and wonderful spices to create an unforgettable taste.

The Vietnam have special spices, known as " soy sauce " or " sauce ". This is the kind of spice that northern people often give to those delicious nutritious dishes like beef noodle soup. Meanwhile, the Southern people use fish sauce to add chilli curry, with coconut milk greasy. In the central region, the dish is extremely delicate process. The cuisine of Hue and Hoi An are cooking more complex and sophisticated, creating exquisite taste great.


Draught beer is the drink so great that visitors enjoy when traveling to Vietnam.

As to Vietnam, tourists can not ignore the beer bar. The people drinking beer in the cup to and relatively cheap, only 5 ,000 VND / cup. One of the other great drinks that tourists should enjoy it while visiting Vietnam 's rice wine. When drinking it, people often enjoy small sips to be able to feel its special flavor.

The French introduced coffee culture in Vietnam since the 50s of the XIX century and now it has become a habit of the people. Many people like to drink brewed coffee filter, then added sugar or milk depending on your preferences. This is a style taste of coffee is extremely interesting.


Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam is one of the most amazing destinations in the capital , Hanoi.

Capital Hanoi thousand years of civilization will impact the senses of visitors. An ideal destination for those arriving in this land is the old town. You will have the opportunity to stroll through the narrow streets, witness the carvers and craftsmen make bamboo ladder or have the opportunity to set foot in the neighborhood with numerous culinary dishes attractive, especially sticky rice.

Some famous places to visit in the capital Hanoi is Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Van Mieu Quoc Tu Giam... In addition , visitors also can not ignore the contemplation of the beautiful scenery of Ha Long Bay. You can also visit Lan Ha Bay or sailing to Bai Tu Long Bay to admire the majestic limestone mountains, pristine.


Hoi An shimmering in the brilliant light lantern.

Hue was the capital of Vietnam in 1802 - 1945, with many temples , pagodas, palaces and tombs majestic, magnificent. Among the famous scenic spots in the central town of Hoi An. Located along the coast 150 km southeast of Hue, Hoi An became tourism destination. This place is famous for roads rarely get stuck in traffic, shimmering riverfront with brilliant lanterns, rich tailor.

The specialty dish of Central Vietnam is  Banh Khoai (delight cake), Banh bao , Cao Lau... The most beautiful beaches of Vietnam is located on the central strip as Bai Bau, Doc Let, the resort city -  Nha Trang and Mui Ne.


The floating market in Can Tho have special attraction for visitors.

Next stop is Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). This is the economic center of the south, with bustling streets, crowded commuter vehicles. These buildings were built during the French colonial located next to the skyscrapers are designed in a modern style to create wonderful landscape. Once here, visitors can not fail to War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace is famous for Austin Powers -style architecture.

The Mekong Delta region is famous for the floating market in Can Tho. This is an exciting destination in your tours in Vietnam. Guests also have the opportunity to experience life in rural areas. Bay Thoi ( Binh Thuan, Ninh Hoa ) is one of the great options for this form of tourism. In addition , visitors also can not ignore travel to Phu Quoc Island - one of the most amazing sights in Vietnam.

The underground wonders of Vietnam

1. Son Doong - The world's largest cave

Hang Son Doong in the national park Phong Nha - Ke Bang is an enormous cave was formed from about 2 to 5 million years ago. From ancient times, the river flows through limestone in a long time has caused erosion and form a large tunnel in the ground. In areas where soft stone, the ceiling collapses forming holes, gradually forming the spectacular dome caverns.


Hang Son Doong is estimated to 150 m wide, 200 m high ceiling and at least 5 km. The expedition could not even measure the depth of the cave is exactly, but people say this place can accommodate a building of the city of Manhattan. In addition to high ceilings and beautiful caves with impressive stalactites sparkling stones, cave systems, dense river and waterfall in the ground makes visitors feel like being on a journey to the center of the earth."

2. Sung Sot Cave at Halong Bay

Ha Long Bay became world famous by the system spectacular limestone caves , however, with the center of the World Heritage Site, the cave is the most extensive and beautiful cave here. Mouth cave 25 meters above sea level and is obscured by the luxuriant foliage. Jump feet first into the cave, visitors are often overwhelmed as standing in a huge theater with an area of ​​12,200 m2.


The cave divided into two compartments, lots of stalactites and stalagmites lit by fluorescent rainbow colors. Ceiling height up to 30 m and is filled with natural light beam. Up to the highest point of the cave, you will find surprise with charming scenery of all species trees, clear water of the lake and the animals living there.

3. Cu Chi Tunnels



The first feeling when visitors come to this place is dimly lit space and lack of air. Not only is an underground tunnel that Cu is also a historical place, a refuge for thousands of Vietnam for years lived during the war against the U.S.. The tunnel system was built in the 1940s and extended 250 km in the ground until the Cambodian border.   Hang divided into two compartments, lots of stalactites and stalagmites lit by fluorescent rainbow colors. Ceiling height up to 30 m and is filled with natural light beam. Up to the highest point of the cave, you will find unexpected and cool eyes with charming scenery of all species trees, clear water of the lake and the animals living here.

4. Vinh Moc Tunnels - Quang Tri 



The tunnel system is about 2 km, not only a fraction of the Cu Chi tunnels, but also a monument bearing the beauty and history of human strength. When Vinh Moc area besieged by attacks from American troops, people have created an underground house for shelter. This tunnel is a place to get supplies of food and weapons to Con Co Island - an important place in the war against America. People took 18 months to dig the tunnel finished 3 floors, the lowest depth of about 23 m. According to records, 17 babies were born in the tunnels history.

5. Monuments Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in the ground 


The architectural monuments have been excavated foundation, plinth, walls, and tiled road with drainage systems, water wells, a shower... Many artifacts such as brick, ceramic, tile, stone plinth, jewelry, and even animal bones and shells large paved courtyard use. The relic relic proves the ancient capital of Thang Long is still preserved in the ground so far.

6. Shelter in Hotel Metropole 

In May when construction 8.2011 Bamboo Bar, construction team discovered the bunker has been long forgotten in the heart of the Metropole Hotel. The shelter measures 40 m2 consists of 5 rooms and two corridors, is still preserved intact. An authentic information that the American singer Joan Baez performed at the recent history when the attack took place in 1972.

 
In addition to shelter, the Metropole hotel also arranged the exhibition of 110 years of history along the hotel corridor 18 m, including 13 boards to record images of the hotel to recover from the early days of opening.