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Officially named the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, this site is often called "Halong Bay on Land". It is about 7 kilometers from the heart of Ninh Binh and 90 kilometers (a 2-hour drive) from Hanoi, the capital. But geologically, it is even older and structurally more complex. It is vital to understand the history of Trang An. Recognized in 2014, it is Vietnam's first and only mixed natural and cultural property. The karst mountains here were formed over 250 million years ago, preserving traces of prehistoric humans from 30,000 years ago. From my point of view, when you visit, you are not just seeing mountains; you are exploring a natural fortress. In the 10th century, King Dinh Tien Hoang chose this spot because the limestone peaks acted as "impenetrable walls" and the rivers served as "roads" to protect the capital from invaders. Later, the Tran Dynasty used these same caves as a secret military base to defeat the Mongols in the 13th century. In more recent history, these

Do you want to avoid the summer holiday crowds and are thinking of going to Vietnam in November? Practical tips and great deals await you in our article!

Vietnam in September marks the transition from summer to autumn, providing the most pleasant time of year to visit this country. Vietnamese landscapes seduce travelers with their soft and pure beauty, offering unique experiences. In this article, you will find all the essential information to discover our country during this festive month.

"Bánh chưng" or square-shaped glutinous rice cake is a kind of traditional Vietnamese cake with a mythical legend taking origin some thousands of years ago, in the very beginning of the country under the first kings' reign. Legend goes that under the sixth king Hùng's reign, after winning against his enemies, the country began to regain peace. It was here that the King wanted to pass on the throne to his son and that too solely on the condition that his descendants would provide gifts for him with a view to show filial piety and gratitude to his ancestors.

The answer would be cơm tấm if you asked a Vietnamese person what to have for lunch in Saigon. Similarly, while phở is the undisputed symbol of Hanoi cuisine, cơm tấm represents the food culture of Ho Chi Minh City. You’ll miss out on a unique travel experience if you don’t eat com tam when you visit Ho Chi Minh City. What is this dish that everyone talks about? How can a rice meal capture the essence of the menu in Vietnam’s largest city? Let’s explore and savor this potpourri together.

Known as “the city of eternal spring” because of its pleasant weather and its appreciable flowers all year round, Dalat (or Da Lat) undoubtedly forms with its region a “must see” of Vietnam.