Winter holidays in Vietnam

In the list of the best destinations for winter holidays, Vietnam has taken its place recently. The economy of this country is in a state of development, but tourists are interested in Vietnam for its exoticism, sights and ancient culture.

The outline of Vietnam on the map resembles the figure of a seahorse that sprawls along the coast of the South China Sea in Indochina.

Most of its territory is mountains, islands, lakes, and numerous bays of the South China Sea coast. The population is about eighty million. The official language is Vietnamese, but English, French and Russian are also spoken. Despite decades of socialism, Vietnam is characterized by religious tolerance - there are Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity and Islam. But most of the population is atheist.

Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is located on the Red River, and its name translates as "surrounded by the river. This is a large city with a population of more than four million people. As should be the capital, it is not only the business and industrial center of the country, but also a center of attractions. The most popular place in terms of visitors can be called the Mausoleum of Ho Chi Minh. Naturally, the body of the world-famous communist leader is guarded by an honor guard. Entry in beachwear is prohibited, as well as video photography.

The Temple of Literature, built in honor of Confucius, is very famous. On the territory of the Temple is the First Vietnamese University. Incredibly interesting are the Doctor's Stelae - stones with carved notes about examinations and notes about education. The Temple of Literature is still not only a historical value, but also a place for festivals and other cultural events.

There are many museums in Hanoi: the State Museum of Fine Arts, Revolution, History of Vietnam, Hanoi Ethnographic Museum. There is an opportunity to visit any exhibition you are interested in.

In addition to historical sites, Vietnam will delight nature lovers with the picturesque Western Lake. While walking along the lake, you can see the Peach Orchard, visit Kim Lien Pagoda, Nguyen Sanctuary, and Tai Ho Temple.

The famous Snake Village will not leave indifferent any lover of the exotic. All the inhabitants of this extraordinary village are engaged in catching and breeding snakes. Here you can buy all kinds of tinctures and medicines from snake venom. Gourmets can try specific dishes made of snake meat.

If you prefer a beach vacation, a great choice for you is the resort center of Vungtau, the most popular in Vietnam. In addition to excellent beaches, Vungtau is famous for its hot mineral springs. Binh Tau springs are many lakes of mineral water surrounded by a forest. A great opportunity to get treatment and enjoy the magnificent sight.

And this is just a very small part of the exotic and strikingly beautiful places of Vietnam, attracting more and more tourists.