Cities in Vietnam
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North to south, and how the country divides
Here is the list of 11 Cities in Vietnam
1. Hanoi
Known For : Hoan Kiem Lake Old Quarter Hanoi Cruise to Halong Bay
Packed with rustic beauty and romance, Hanoi is a regularly progressing city with narrow streets of old quarters and modern metropolis. With colonial past, one can witness its shadow lurking all over the city through its colonial-style buildings and museums. Hanoi also offers a great variety of tourist attractions along with plenty of parks and lakes.
Best Time: October to April
2. Ho Chi Minh City
Known For : War Remnants Museum Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Thanh Market
Commonly referred as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City is all about dynamism, crowded streets, skyscrapers and urbanization fusing well with culture side including Oriental style pagodas, ancient temples and traditional markets. With a sudden bout of economic uprising, the city offers something for everyone and thus serving as a destination worth visiting.
Best Time: November to April
3. Hoi An
Known For : Hoi An Old Town Japanese Bridge Hoi An Night Market
Hoi An is one of the oldest cities located all over Asia. This city has been known to be around 2000 years old. This city is known to be established in the 15th century and is now declared as the world heritage site by UNESCO. This city was once a popular port and now is known to attract thousands of tourists worldwide.
Best Time: February to July
4. Da Nang
Known For : Ba Na Hills Golden Bridge Marble Mountains
Da Nang is the third-largest city in Vietnam by population. Popularly known as the tourist capital of South-Central Vietnam, this place is filled with beaches, museums, evolving nightlife and world-class infrastructure. The city is located on the coast of the South China Sea with the Han River flowing in the middle, and many bridges spanning the river.
Best Time: February to May
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5. Nha Trang
Known For : Ponagar Temple Watersports at Nha Trang Beach Long Son Pagoda
Nha Trang is one of the most famous tourist spots located in the country of Vietnam. This city is known to be situated along the coast lines and is known to contain abundant sea animals as well as aquatic life. This is one of the oldest human settlements in whole Vietnam and is also known as one of the popular scuba diving spots in the country.
Best Time: January - August
6. Hue
Known For : Hue Imperial City Thien Mu Pagoda Mausoleum of Emperor Khai Dinh
Hue city is one of the oldest cities in the history of Vietnam. This city was once the capital of Vietnam and has seen pretty tough times. Although not completely surrounded by the rivers this city in Vietnam does sure contain some wonderful beaches.
Best Time: February - August
7. Da Lat
Known For : Datanla Waterfalls Crazy House Linh Phuoc Pagoda
Da Lat is a typical tourist destination located in the southern central highlands of Vietnam. Because of its pleasant weather around the year, people show up all the time seeking summer respite from beaches and lowlands. The elevated town is all about pine trees, lofty hills, blossoming flowers, world-class golf and French Architecture.
Best Time: December to March
8. Ca Mau
Known For : Ca Mau Floating Market Cao Dai Temple Hon Khoai Island
Ca Mau is Vietnam's southernmost town. Somewhat isolated from the main city and braced against the Bac Lieu canal, Ca Mau is the perfect location if you want to drop off the earth and isolate yourself. The silky silt deposited by the Mekong River creates swamps which are home to a variety of wading birds. The entire area is dotted with rice fields and shrimp cultivation farms.
Best Time: June to October
9. Dien Bien Phu
Known For : Muong Thanh Valley Victory Monument A1 Hill
Formerly known as Thaeng, Dien Bien Phu is the capital of Dien Bien Province in the northwestern region of Vietnam. Initially, just a small settlement with a very small population, it achieved town status in 1992 and became a city only in 2003. It is best known for the historical 'Battle of Dien Bien Phu' during the First Indochina War.
Best Time: April to June, September to November
10. Haiphong
Known For : Cat Ba Island Do Son Beach Tam Bac Lake
Haiphong is Vietnam's third largest city and a major port. Haiphong is an industrial city and you can feel it in the air as soon as you enter. However, Haiphong also offers you with hidden relaxation, tucked and hidden away in the industrial town. It has a number of beaches and markets in addition to historical structures and pagodas and even a museum. It is truly an undiscovered gem!
Best Time: February to April
11. Vung Tau
Known For : Christ of Vung Tau White Palace Vung Tau Lighthouse
Vung Tau translates into 'The bay of boats'. Sitting on a hilly strip of land that juts into the Ocean, Vung tau is one of the best beach towns located around 100 Km from Ho Chi Minh City. It primarily serves as a weekend getaway from Saigon and other cities in the nearby region. The two main beaches are Back Beach and Front beach.
Best Time: March to May
Which cities you pick decides the shape of a Vietnam trip. Day trips from Hanoi and day trips from Saigon cover the excursions at each end, and islands in Vietnam the coast.
This post was published by Joysurjya Hagjer
