Ha Long bay in Vietnam
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Halong Bay is a popular tourist destination and one of the most beautiful places in Vietnam
because of its unusual rock formations, islands and caves such as the famous Kissing Rocks, Sung Sot Grotto (Cave of Surprises), Hoang Tan Island, Hon Trong Mai, Bai Tho Mountain, Thien Cung grotto (Heavenly Cave) and Cat Hai Island.
Halong Bay has twice been recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage Area for its exceptional scenic beauty and outstanding geological and geomorphic values. In 2012, the New 7 Wonders Foundation officially named Halong Bay as one of new seven natural wonders of the world. Hạ Long Bay is also a member of the Club of the Most Beautiful Bays of the World. Viet Nam's Phong Nha-Ke Bang national park has been recognised as a world natural heritage site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) at its 27th general assembly session being held in Paris from June 30-July 5
Phong Nha-Ke Bang park is now the fifth UNESCO recognised site in Viet Nam after Ha Long Bay, the imperial city of Hue, the ancient quarter of Hoi An and the My Son historical site.
Visit the rugged scenic beauty of the 200 hectare Phong Nha Ke-Bang National Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site) and:
Explore Phong Nha Cave, a large, illuminated wonderland.
See the spectacular jungle scenery & fascinating limestone formations of the karst mountains.
Swim in clear turquoise rivers overhung by jungle greenery.
Ride the river rapids.
Investigate the extensive network of unspoilt caves that make up one of Asia’s largest cave systems.
Observe the varied wild life; you may even come across a troop of rare Black Langur monkeys.
Organised tours are the usual way to see these sights but walking, Xe Om and bicycle riding are also options.
Mini van and or 7 seater car can be arranged for groups.
In addition there are many activities available at and around the farmstay:
Ride a bicycle along the winding dirt tracks weaving through the rice paddy fields and through tiny quaint villages where you can stop to interact with the friendly locals, visit local markets & swim in the clear streams nearby.
Learn about the history of the American War from the locals who participated and visit the memorial sites that the locals hold sacred.
Participate in traditional farming activities including ploughing with buffalo and rice harvesting. More...
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