Situated roughly 230km from Hanoi, Ba Be lake is the largest natural freshwater lake nationwide, with a length of over 8km, it boasts a water surface area of roughly 500ha and is made up of three connected lakes, including Pe Leng, Pe Lu, and Pe Lam. It is also listed among the top 20 most beautiful natural freshwater lakes in the world in need of protection, whilst being recognised by UNESCO as the third Ramsa site of Vietnam, with its diverse ecosystem featuring an array of rare and precious animals and plants named in the Vietnam Red Book.
Located a total of 70 kilometres west of Hanoi, Hoa Binh lake is called “Ha Long Bay of the mountains” due to its wild natural beauty. It is one of the largest man-made reservoirs throughout the country and boasts a storage capacity of nearly 9.5 billion cubic metres.
Covering a total area of 350 hectares, the Tuyen Lam lake tourist site in the Central Highlands province of Lam Dong’s Da Lat city is blessed with plenty of natural features such as breathtaking scenery, surrounding pine forest, majestic mountains, clear blue skies, and white clouds.
Hoan Kiem lake is a fantastic site nestled in the heart of Hanoi’s hustle and bustle. It is world famous for its mysterious legend and natural beauty which have made it one of the most attractive destinations in the capital. The surroundings of the lake have a variety of attractions and it is a nice venue for visitors and locals close to the Old Quarter.
West Lake is the largest in Hanoi with an encircling road stretching nearly 20 kilometers. What makes West Lake so special is that its water changes colour between green and gray depending on the weather. The lake is at its most beautiful when the sun goes down and street lights create shadows on the water.
Thac Ba is one of the three largest man-made lakes in the nation, covering a total area of 23.4 ha, of which 19.05 ha is water and the remaining 4.35 ha is islets on the reservoir. Riding a boat on Thac Ba lake offers tourists the chance to feel the cool air and smell the aroma of natural plants living around the lake. It is also home to many ethnic groups such as Kinh, Tay, Nung, Mong, Dao, Phu La, and Cao Lan.
The 550-hectare Lak lake in Dak Lak province is the second largest natural freshwater lake in the country. Surrounded by mountains and primeval forests, Lak lake is also home to unique cultural values of the M’nong people. The best moment to admire the stunning landscapes on the lake is at dawn and sunset, with this moment attracting many photographers.
Thang Hen lake is one of the most popular spots found throughout Cao Bang province. It is surrounded by rows of mountains, capped by streaks of white clouds, whilst the lake’s surface sometimes hides beneath a layer of mist and the shore is carpeted in smooth green grass and colourful flowers.
T’Nung lake is located in Pleiku in the Central Highlands province of Gia Lai and is actually a dormant volcano covering an area of nearly 300 hectares. The site is surrounded by reed lands, red basalt soil hills, tea hills, coffee farms, terraced rice fields, and mountain ranges dotted with some stilt houses of ethnic people, all of which combines to create picturesque scenery.
Buon Ma Thuot not only has premium coffee with a unique delicious taste, but also many other famous delicacies such as wine, marinated chicken, fragrant rice tubes, and especially the excellent red vermicelli. Red vermicelli is a popular specialty of Dak Lak. Although there are some similarities with vermicelli in the South, the famous red vermicelli in the “capital of coffee” is very different. It has big, firm vermicelli, similar to Southern beef vermicelli but slightly better, about the size of a chopstick, chewy and crispy. Different from sophisticated dishes like pho in Hanoi, vermicelli with fish in Quy Nhon, bun bo Hue, or vermicelli in Can Tho, Ban Me red vermicelli is extremely rustic, strange, and especially delicious. At first glance, red vermicelli is quite similar to crab vermicelli, but this dish is made from pure crab meat, pureed pork and fat, vegetables, bean sprouts, and of course, boiled quail eggs. Photo: ttvn.toquoc.vn The special thing about red ve...
Accordingly, the country ranked fifth in the list, and it is one of the most peaceful countries in the world. The magazine noted that Vietnam has been developing with both youthful and dynamic vitality. It boasts numerous majestic and beautiful natural wonders. The beauty of Hoi An Ancient Town (Photo: Judyta Jastrzebska) The Travel mentioned limestone islands in unique shapes located in Ha Long Bay, Phong Nha Cave in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park, and charming rivers throughout the Mekong Delta region. Furthermore, vast rice fields and typical floating markets help to increase the attractiveness of this top regional tourist destination, it said. The Travel stressed that Vietnam is not only home to an array of natural beauty, but it also attracts tourists through its architectural works with century-old historical and cultural imprints. Rounding off the list are Japan, Indonesia, Thailand, and Laos. Reasons to visit Vietnam History Photo: Life of Doing ...
International photography contest – 35AWARDS, with the largest number of professional jury, has attracted more than 450,000 entries from hundreds of photographers worldwide. The 35AWARDS honor photographers by offering awards in various photo genres, from aerial photography, and daily life to landscapes and wildlife. Let’s enjoy the photos by Vietnamese photographers whose work selected the Top 5 Excellent Photos and 100 Most Impressive Drone Photos of the 35AWARDS 2023. Two hunting whales were taken by Pham Huy Trung on De Gi Beach in the central coast province of Binh Dinh, Vietnam, in August 2022. The photo “Spring on the Tea Hill” taken by Pham Huy Trung in Dam B’ri Commune, Bao Loc District, the Tay Nguyen (Central Highlands) province of Lam Dong, is among the 100 most beautiful photos of this year’s award. The photo titled “Mother’s Shoulder-poles” by Pham Chi Cong shows the image of an old woman with he...
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