VIETNAM
Vietnam, the country shaped like a dragon, captivates with an extraordinary variety of landscapes and experiences. From the terraced rice fields and mountains of the north to the spectacular Ha Long Bay, from the ancient cities of Hue and Hoi An to the fertile Mekong Delta and tropical beaches, each region tells a different story.
With over 4,000 years of history, a culture shaped by Chinese, Indian and Khmer influences, and numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Vietnam offers a perfect balance of nature, traditions and cultural heritage. What makes every journey even more special are the hospitality, smiles and authenticity of its people.
PLACES TO DISCOVER
Sapa
The Sapa district is located in the province of Lao Cai, in north-western Vietnam, 350 km from Hanoi, not far from the border with China. At 1,600 m above sea level, Sapa is a picturesque resort located in the Hoang Lien Son mountains, known as "The Tonchinesi Alps".
Sapa is a cool city all year round, the average temperature is around 15 ° - 18 ° C and temperatures can reach zero in the winter months.
Sapa offers many natural sites, such as the Ham Rong mountain, the Silver Waterfalls, the Rattan Bridge, the Bamboo Forest and the Ta Phin Quarry. Sapa is also the starting point for many climbers and scientists who want to reach the top of Mount Fansipan, which with its 3,143 meters is the highest in Vietnam.
When the Tet arrives, the lunar New Year, the whole city is filled with pink petals of peach blossoms blown by the wind from the nearby peach forests. Sapa is also considered the kingdom of orchids: there are many different and all splendid species.
Sapa is home to a great diversity of peoples belonging to ethnic minorities: Hmong, Dao, Tay, Giay and Xa Pho.
Ha Long Bay
Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a popular and spectacular tourist destination located in the Gulf of Tonkin.
Ha Long Bay comprises around 2,000 islands and islets covered in vegetation, forming a stunning seascape of limestone pillars. Due to their steep and rugged nature, most of the islands are uninhabited and untouched by human presence.
The extraordinary beauty of the site is complemented by its great biological diversity: it is home to a wide variety of ecosystems, including coral reefs, freshwater forests and marshes, mangrove forests, small freshwater lakes and sandy beaches. The islands are characterized by beautiful caves and grottoes, with fascinating rock formations and hidden lakes.
Hoi An
Hoi An is a characteristic city on the coast of the South China Sea, in Quang Nam Province, located in central Vietnam.
The city is a well-preserved traditional Asian trading port that developed between the 15th and 19th centuries. Its buildings and streets reflect the various populations, both indigenous and foreign, that contributed to the construction of the city: traditional Vietnamese architecture combines with architectural techniques from different countries, especially China and Japan.
In 1999, the Old Town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Every month, when there is a full moon, motorbikes are banned from the Old Town, which transforms into a magical land of silk lanterns, traditional food, singing, dancing and street games.
Phu Quoc Island
The teardrop-shaped island is located in the Gulf of Thailand, 45 km west of Ha Tien and 15 km south of the coast of Cambodia.
Phu Quoc is surrounded by some of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam and offers the best seafood in the country. Thanks to its lush mountains, dense forests, white beaches and picturesque fishing villages, Phu Quoc is one of Vietnam’s main attractions: ideal for a beach holiday, but also for adventure, thanks to its unpaved roads suitable for motorcycling, crystal-clear waters perfect for kayaking, and coral reefs ideal for diving and snorkeling.
Phu Quoc is also famous for its two traditional products: fish sauce, prepared with anchovies caught in the area, and black pepper, cultivated inland. More recently, a thriving pearl farming industry has also been established.
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