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Halong Bay
The thousands of limestone cliffs reflecting off the clear seas of the bay is a truly breathtaking sight to be seen in Vietnam. Named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, this is considered to be on the “short list” of natural wonders of the entire world.
Many of the towering peaks are hollow and contain seemingly endless series of caves to be explored and two of the islands Tuần Châu and Cat Ba have permanent inhabitants, tourist facilities and even hotels. It is a good idea to take a guided tour of the area, because some of the islands have hidden enclosed lakes that would otherwise be relatively impossible to find. The caves, often detrimentally to the natural balance, have had their entrances widened to allow for more tourists to enter, and the area, for the most part, is very well looked after in an attempt to conserve its natural beauty.
Halong’s hotels are abundant and varied from budget to extraordinarily luxurious, so nearly any taste (and budget) can be accommodated in Halong. Daily excursions to the Bay are the main reason why people flock to this gem in Vietnam, and most people will agree that several days are required in order to witness Halong in its full majesty. At night, there are wonderful dining options including fresh local produce and seafood including cuttlefish and locally caught prawn. This area is arguably the most popular destination in Vietnam with the Vietnamese as well. Just one look at the sweeping views of the cliffs in the distance and it is easy to understand why that would be.