The truth is, Vietnam deserves a fairer look into its beauty than just a trip to Ha Long Bay, a bowl of noodle soup and a cup of coffee. The landscapes are majestic, the history and culture are fascinatingly rich, and the people are amazingly friendly. Whether you are a gourmand, a history addict, a mountain hiker, a trek lover or a leisure traveler, the country certainly has immense options for experience seekers—take a look at 20 stunning photos to get a dose of inspiration before traveling to Vietnam.
1, Rice terraces in Mu Cang Chai
2, Moc Chau, a rural district in the Northwest region of Vietnam
3, Life on the railway line in central Hanoi
4, Lan Ha Bay, a hidden gem and alternative to Ha Long bay
5, The Imperial City of Hue
6, Sunset in Phu Quoc Island
7, Sunset in Mekong delta
8, Sunset in Co Thach Beach, home to a majestic landscape with colourful rocks covered in moss
9, Old grocery shop in Hanoi
10, A collage of old apartments in Hanoi
11, Hoi An Ancient Town
12, Hoan Kiem Lake in Hanoi
13, H’Mong King Palace in Dong Van stone plateau
14, Fishing boats in Phan Thiet, a coastal port city in southeast Vietnam
15, Vietnam’s mountain view
16, Boat rides around Tam Coc rice terraces
17, Bai Dinh Temple in Ninh Binh
18, Morning in Bac Son Valley, north of Vietnam
19, The Cao Dai’s followers
20, Vietnam’s mountain pass
