Of all the destinations in Asia, Vietnam has to be one of the most beautiful. Its tropical settings, untouched landscapes and fascinating history and culture make it an ideal holiday destination. This article takes a look at a few of the 'must see' destinations in the country, to give you an idea of what's on offer.
Hanoi
Hanoi is the capital city of Vietnam and often the first destination for travellers coming into the country. Hanoi today is a contrasting city of old and new, with newer developments springing up around the city. It's the old that's the biggest draw however, with sites like the Tran Quoc Pagoda in the Old District offering up glimpses into Vietnam's past. Other highlights in and around the city include the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake, the Temple of Literature and the ancient Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is often referred to by its old name, Saigon. It offers a number of excellent historic sites to visit; from the stunning Notre-Dame Basilica, a legacy from the French, to the picturesque Quoc Tu Pagoda and its lake and Garden Park. If you do decide to visit then taking a trip down to the Ben Thanh Market is also highly recommended, it has an impressive range of goods on offer, from local foods to great holiday souvenirs.
Hoi An
If you fancy experiencing some of Vietnam's great traditional architecture then a trip to Hoi An is a must. The city is famed for its traditional wooden housing and stunning congregation halls. The congregation halls are particularly fascinating, built to be the centre of the community; a location to pray and meet with friends. The Fujian Congregation Hall is the best example of this, with its pretty little chapel and temple. The city is also well known for its beautiful Japanese Covered Bridge, with shrine in the centre of the span.
Mekong Delta
An article about Vietnam holiday attractions wouldn't be complete with out at least one mention of the region's impressive floating markets, and the market on the Mekong Delta is one of the most popular. The markets only run in the mornings, from 5 am. to 11 am, so you'll have to be up early if you want to experience them. The range of goods on offer is incredible and the markets are the ideal destination for anyone wanting to experience Vietnam up close.
This article was written by Thom Sanders on behalf of Bridge and Wickers. They offer fantastic Vietnam holidays, as well as other great Cambodia holidays.
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