Let explore a part of France in the Orient on a trip around Hanoi.
Apart from ancient Oriental structures, French-styled buildings are also indispensable parts of Hanoi, the millennial capital. It will be a pity if you skip buildings constructed during French colonial time on days exploring the city. When arriving Indochina in the 19th century, the French planed Hanoi to become an importantly administrative, cultural, and economic center. Therefore, many significant constructions were invested and built methodically with large scale. Until now, universities, theaters, administrative offices, hospitals and villas still keep almost entirely their value and beauty like they used to be. With grace and delicacy, the buildings definitely bring Hanoi a private appeal.
Let explore a part of France in the Orient on a trip around Hanoi.
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Located in the North of Ha Giang province – North Vietnam, Dong Van karst plateau Geopark consists of four districts, Yen Minh, Quan Ba, Meo Vac and Dong Van. The karst plateau is formed from at least 80% limestone and many fossils of ancient creatures species from 400 - 600 million years ago. Thanks to this special formation, the plateau’s scenery is highly original. Here are a 10 adorable sights must-seen in this Global Geopark.
Thousands of stork’s white wings finding way to nest, with bewildered eyes and excessive worry for their bird babies, fun sounds of “cheep” among peaceful space and a stunning flooded forest, these are things can be seen about lively life of birds in tropical sanctuaries of South Vietnam.
Not far away from Cua Dai beach and Hoi An ancient town, An Bang beach captivates travelers with unspoiled natural scenery and ordinary, simple life of fishing villages.
1. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral
Located in the downtown of Ho Chi Minh City, this church was constructed between 1963 and 1880 by the French and reached a height of 60 meters. Its design, apart from the intention to create a religious look, aims at showing the influence of French civilization and Christianity over Saigon. In developing countries, motorcycles are overwhelmingly utilitarian due to lower prices and greater fuel economy. Of all the motorcycles in the world, 58% are in the Asia Pacific and Southern and Eastern Asia regions. For most people in the world, motorcycling is the only affordable form of individual motorized transportation. Small displacement motorcycles are the most common motor vehicles in the most populous countries of the world, including Vietnam.
Vietnamese people have a highly beautiful custom, which is visiting pagodas and temples as a way to find peace of mind. Especially in the very first days of Lunar New Year, people go to pagodas or temples to pray best things for their family.
If you like to discover Vietnam's pagodas and temples but have limited time, let think of this most striking destination - Hanoi - where has very numerous these kinds of constructions with long age, impressive style and interesting related stories. It is said that there are 4 sacred temples established to defend four directions of East, West, South and North of the ancient Thang Long Capital, which are considered as the spirits of Hanoi. By visiting these temples, your Hanoi city tour will be actually greater. Bach Ma Temple (White Horse Temple) Southeast Asia comprises 11 beautiful countries which remain untouched natural scenery and unique cultures. Let get a glimpse about 12 amazing destinations recommended in this region for summer travel. 1. Halong bay, Vietnam
Owning over 3,000 incredible islands, Halong bay appears with an imposing but romantic beauty. As sunny days come, the sea is pure and the sky is clear, the islands seem like emerald pearls dotted among the blue ocean. That is the great time to capture marvelous photos about this natural wonder. Islets with multi shapes and sizes may bring you a rich imagination ever. If you desire a bit creepy experience, let try kayak in Halong bay and glide over dark cliffs’ interstices with giant stones above. Recently, the famous British magazines - Telegraph chose Mekong river cruise as one of best five cruises in Asia for 2015.
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