Ha Long Bay [Visiting Vietnam]

Greetings all!

One of the most beautiful places I have ever visited was Ha Long Bay in Vietnam, which Lonely Planet describes as “emerald waters and islands.” This popular destination is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can enjoy a leisurely cruise, go kayaking, or visit caves – and whatever you do there, the beauty around you takes your breath away. 

Ha Long means “descending dragon” - according to legends, after the dragons saved the country from hostile invaders, giant emeralds scattered along the bay. Believed to be the dragons' teeth, they created a barrier against future invasions. After many centuries of peace, these emerald barriers became the many beautiful islands that we can enjoy today.

Watch this short National Geographic video to get a glimpse of the spectacular scenery: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SpOWgms2uto.

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https://www.visithalongbay.com/insight-guides/the-legend-of-halong-bay.html

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https://www.visithalongbay.com/insight-guides/the-legend-of-halong-bay.html

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https://pixabay.com/photos/vietnam-halong-halong-bay-sea-1614725/

SOURCES:

• https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/how-to-visit-halong-bay
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%E1%BA%A1_Long_Bay
• https://www.visithalongbay.com/insight-guides/the-legend-of-halong-bay.html

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