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About Halong Bay in Vietnam

It has been years since the Vietnam War ended, and ever since the new government has thrown opens its doors to encourage the growth of its economy and foreign trade, there has been a steady increase of foreigners who are taking a keen interest to explore what Halong Bay Vietnam has to offer. Halong Bay is other wise also known as the bay of the Descending Dragon and is the pride of the Vietnamese people who consider it as the eight wonder in the world. This entire area has been declared as an UNESCO heritage site even as far back as 1994.

Halong Bay is situated about 165 Km from the capital Hanoi and it is one of the world’s most natural wonders containing limestone karsts and islands dotting the bay with a coastline of 120 Kilometers in length. There are totally around 3000 islands in this area. The waters in the bay are absolutely sparkling and clear with thousands of mountains made of limestone which can be found dotting its entire seascape. The best time to visit Halong Bay would be when the waters in the bay are clear and that’s in spring and early summer. At other times due to the heavy rains experienced in these parts the waters in the bay area turn extremely muddy. The islands in the Bay are in various shapes and sizes and you can find grottos and alcoves with sandy beaches which make ideal spots to go swimming. Halong Bay is one tourist destination in Vietnam which no tourist must miss as the view is simply breathtaking and no matter how many times you happen to visit this wonderful place you will find that it presents an entirely new picture and experience.

The name of the beach in Halong city is called Bai Chai or scorched beach because of the beach sands being dark. There are many tourist agencies in Halong which are conducting regular cruises or tours to the Bay. Asiana travel Mate offers All Halong bay cruises and Halong bay boats which are very popular in the entire region. Halong bay travel can be a day’s or 2 or even a 3 day trip.

When you take a one day sightseeing tour of the bay you get to go only on a small boat where as if it last for more than two days you get bigger boats and even get to sleep in one of the islands in the bay. From Hanoi you can reach Halong Bay by bus or even a taxi. Make sure you take a ride from the many available Halong Junks present there. These small, light and beautifully colored boats can offer a thrilling and fun experience for the entire family! For those who are more indulgent, there are the Halong Luxury Junks – perfect for honeymooners and couples!

When you visit the many grottos found in some of the islands in the bay, you will find that they present a magical experience and picture as you will find plenty of stalagmites and stalactites which have plenty of resemblance to animals and plants. Kids would just love these places as they will have plenty to explore.

There is plenty to do in Halong City and Bay where you can enjoy the pleasure of sailing in boats and enjoying the calm sea air and the crystal clear waters. The sea waters are very rich in fish and sea food and you can visit fresh water swamp forests, off shore coral reefs, sandy beaches, and fresh water lakes while you are here.