25 Inspiring Photos To Make You Visit Vietnam At Least Once In Your Lifetime

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 25 stunning photos to get a dose of inspiration before traveling to Vietnam.

Lan Ha Bay, a hidden gem and alternative to Ha Long bay

Moc Chau, a rural district in the Northwest region of Vietnam

Morning in Bac Son Valley, north of Vietnam

Sunset in Co Thach Beach, home to a majestic landscape with colourful rocks covered in moss

H’Mong King Palace in Dong Van stone plateau

Fishing boats in Phan Thiet, a coastal port city in southeast Vietnam

Life on the railway line in central Hanoi

Women weaving fishing nets in Nha Trang, a coastal city in Vietnam

A cluster of electric wires in Ho Chi Minh City

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