Vietnam

Vietnam has it all, a rich history, impressive monuments and temples, stunning mountainous scenery and beautiful beaches and islets. 

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam is a city of lakes, shaded boulevards and parks.  This attractive city has many French colonial buildings and much less traffic than other Asian cities.  Some of the most popular attractions include the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, Hoan Kiem Lake, the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Opera House and St. Joseph's Cathedral.

The stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay in the Gulf of Tonkin is comprised of 1,989 limestone islands famous for their grottos and caves, the most spectacular being Hang Gau Go, Bo Nau and Thien Cung Caves.

The old imperial city of Hue on the Northern bank of the Perfume River, was recognised in 1993 by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.  This important town has numerous ancient palaces and temples and is an important centre for Bhuddism.  Attractions include the Thien Mu Pagoda, Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, Tu Duc Tomb, the Imperial City, Thai Hoa Palace and the Forbidden Purple City.

The picturesque riverside town of Hoi An was one of the country's most important ports during the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries and has a distinctly Chinese atmosphere.  Some of the most popular places to visit are: Quan Cong Temple, Phuoc Kien Pagoda and the Tran Family Chapel.

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) is the largest of the Vietnamese cities, with the hustle and bustle of Vietnamese life visible everywhere.  There are numerous street markets, outdoor cafes and sleek new bars.  Yet within this teeming metropolis there are 300 years of timeless traditions and ancient culture.  Places of interest include Notre Dame Cathedral, City Hall, the Opera House, the Jade Emperor Pagoda, Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Giam Lam Pagoda and Thien Hua Pagoda.

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