Natural wonders in Vietnam

Vietnam's diverse topography includes the limestone karsts of Ninh Binh, where Mua Cave offers panoramic views of the Ngo Dong River. Coastal features range from the UNESCO-protected architecture of Hội An to the secluded waters of Vĩnh Hy Bay. The country's interior is marked by cascading falls like the multi-tiered Dau Dang in Ba Be National Park and the seasonal pools of Suối Tranh. Regional parks and mountainous peaks like Cao Ba Lanh define the landscape from the southern provinces to the northern borders.

Vietnam's Natural Wonders — Map

A

Mua Cave

A limestone peak featuring 500 stone steps that lead to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the Tam Coc valley and winding rivers.

B

Old Town Hội An

A UNESCO World Heritage site and exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century.

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C

Mua Cave

A cave at the base of Mua Mountain containing a small Buddhist altar, serving as the starting point for the climb to the Lying Dragon statue.

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D

Vịnh Vĩnh Hy

A coastal bay located within Nui Chua National Park, known for its coral reefs and surrounding rocky mountain capes.

E

Suối tranh

A 4-kilometer long stream on Phu Quoc island featuring small waterfalls and rock pools surrounded by dense jungle greenery.

F

Dau Dang waterfalls

Located on the Nang River within Ba Be National Park, these falls cascade over large boulders in a scenic canyon setting.

G

Dau Dang

A multi-tiered waterfall situated on the Nang River, accessible by boat through the Ba Be National Park region.

H

Silk Waterfall

A natural waterfall located in the mountainous terrain of the Ba Be district.

I

Thac Lung Troi

A secluded natural waterfall located in the rural landscape of Phu Tho province.

J

Công viên Tượng đài Chiến thắng

Victory Monument Park in Sóc Trăng, featuring commemorative statues and landscaped public walking areas.

K

Thác Triệu Hải

A waterfall and cliff face located in the Da Teh district, often visited for its rugged natural scenery.

L

Công viên 7 Tháng 2

A public urban park in Ninh Thuan province providing green space and recreational paths.

M

Vườn hoa Thị xã Phú Thọ

A central public garden in Phu Tho town known for its seasonal flower displays.

N

Công viên Văn Lang

A large recreational park in Viet Tri City centered around a lake with a decorative pedestrian bridge.

O

Công viên Tiên Dung

A lakeside park in Viet Tri offering walking trails and views of Van Lang Lake.

P

Entrance no. 5

An access point to the Vinh Moc tunnel complex, a subterranean village used as a bomb shelter during the 1960s.

Q

Entrance no. 4

One of the historical entrances to the multi-level underground tunnel network at Vinh Moc.

R

Entrance no. 3

An entry gate to the Vinh Moc tunnels, which were hand-dug to house an entire village during aerial bombardments.

S

Entrance no. 6

A coastal entrance to the historic Vinh Moc tunnel system, located near the former Demilitarized Zone.

T

Công viên Phước Lộc

A local community park providing green space in the Phước Lộc area.

U

Cao Ba Lanh

A mountain peak in Quang Ninh province known for its unique rock formations and views of the surrounding border highlands.

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