- Vietnam: where is this tropical country located?
- How to get to Vietnam?
- Holidays in Vietnam
- Vietnamese beaches
- Souvenirs from Vietnam
"Where is Vietnam located?" Not all tourists who plan to enjoy the inspection of ancient temple complexes, visits to national parks, and the taste of Vietnamese delicacies know it.
The best period to visit Vietnam is December-April, ideal for spending time on the beach. Planning a trip here in May-October should be done with caution, because at this time tropical showers often fall on the country. In winter, the southern Vietnamese coast is held in high esteem (the water warms up to + 26-28˚ C), and in May-July - Da Nang.
Vietnam: where is this tropical country located?
Vietnam located in Southeast Asia (its area is 331,210 sq. Km) occupies part of the Indochina Peninsula. Its southern and eastern shores are washed by the South China Sea (the coastline stretches for 3260 km). Vietnam borders China in the north, and Cambodia and Laos in the west. It is worth noting that more than 80% of Vietnam's territory is occupied by medium-high and low mountains (the highest point is the 3100-meter Fanshipan Mountain, which belongs to the Hoang Lien Son ridge).
Administrative units of the first level are 58 provinces (Lao Cai, Nam Dinh, Teynin, Lang Son, Quangchi, Dong Nai, Vinh Phuk, Thanh Hoa, Futo, Haziang and others) and 5 large cities, the second level - villages and cities of provincial subordination, and the third level - urban districts and villages.
How to get to Vietnam?
You can fly directly to the country together with Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines (the same company flies in the Moscow - Ho Chi Minh direction; the journey takes more than 9.5 hours) within the Moscow - Hanoi flight in 9 hours.
Residents and guests of St. Petersburg will be able to get to Vietnam by stopping in the Russian capital, European or Asian cities.
As for the residents of Vladivostok, they have a direct flight Vladivostok - Hanoi (twice a month, it is organized by Vladivostok Air).
Vacationers in China and not afraid of long journeys can get to Hanoi from Nanning by train (the journey will take 15 hours).
Holidays in Vietnam
In the north of Vietnam, tourists are waiting for cultural and architectural monuments, and ancient buildings of bygone eras. This part of the country is not quite suitable for a beach pastime: it is very hot in summer and cool in winter. Comfortable weather pleases guests only in the spring months.
The Vietnamese capital, Hanoi, is in the lead in terms of the number of historical sights.
Central Vietnam is a paradise for beachgoers: they are advised to take a closer look at Hue (some of its palaces and temples are protected by UNESCO) and Da Nang (it is worth paying attention to the ancient stone-carving workshops, as well as bars and discos open until dawn).
The best hotels, Phan Thiet (suitable for children's holidays, where even an amusement park is provided for small vacationers), Ho Chi Minh City (life there is in full swing around the clock) and other popular resorts brought fame to South Vietnam.
For those who are interested in resting in the tropical jungle, it is advisable to head for Phu Quoc Island.
Vietnamese beaches
- Bai Dai Beach: even in the high season, there are no crowds of tourists on the beach (covering - soft fine sand), so here you can devote time to air and water baths, and admiring the sea surf. Bai Dai Beach has umbrella and sun lounger rental offices, and next to each cafe you can find a toilet, changing room and even showers.
- Bai Sao Beach: This beach is best visited in November-April, in dry and sunny weather. Here you can sunbathe on a sun lounger, ride jet skis, boats and surfboards, satisfy your hunger with seafood in one of the restaurants, relax in a hammock or gazebo.
Souvenirs from Vietnam
Those leaving Vietnam should buy souvenirs in the form of non hats, Vietnamese silk, pearls, leather and mahogany products, coffee, coconut oil, wall masks (cut from the bamboo root), creams based on cobra venom, dried fruits, fish sauce, medicines and drugs.
