29 Photos That Show Vietnam As One Of The Most Beautiful Countries in Asia
Vietnam is among the best countries to visit in Asia for many reasons. Check out 29 inspiring photos about Vietnam to know why.
With 8 UNESCO heritage sites, vibrant food scenes from North to South, a stunning maze of rivers and canals, outstanding rice terraces stretching along the imposing mountains, and pristine sandy beaches, Vietnam is one of the most fascinating countries you must visit in Asia. The photo collection below will tell you why and what you should expect about the beauty of Vietnam. Make sure you bring a good camera with large storage as you'll want to capture everything during the trip to Vietnam.
1. Vietnam is catching attention as an ideal destination for travelers when they think about Asia. Not only because of the remarkable natural landscapes it is already given, but Vietnam is also doing its best to create more and more appealing tourist attractions.
Here is the Golden Bridge in Danang - a human-made construction by a domestic corporation. Nestled in the forested hills of central Vietnam, two giant hands emerge from the trees, holding up a golden bridge, Golden Bridge is one of the must-visit destinations with striking architecture in Danang and Vietnam generally.
2. General Statistics Office reported that 12.6 million tourists visited Vietnam in 2023, 3.5 times higher than in 2022. Vietnam is recovering positively after the pandemic.
A breathtaking view from the windy Hai Van Pass. There is a train road passing along the 2,000-mile-long coastline of Vietnam through this pass. It's one of the most rewarding train journeys in Southeast Asia.
3. Hanoi, the country’s capital is a cultural hub. The city is a nice amalgamation of old and new, of modern office blocks interleaving with yellow colonial-era buildings
The Presidential Palace in Hanoi is the official home of Vietnam’s president. Completed in 1906 by French architect Auguste Henri Vildieu, this palace is named one of the most beautiful presidential palaces in the world.
4. Vietnam is also known for its vibrant food scenes, especially in big cities like Hanoi, Saigon, and Da Nang. If you couldn't find any good food here, you must have eaten in the wrong places all the time.
Pho is the best well-known dish in Vietnam. You can find this tasty food in every corner of the country. It comes with noodles, different beef cuts, a lot of chopped herbs, and delicious and fragrant hot broth.
5. Besides Pho, shout out to Bun Cha - a Vietnamese noodle dish that Anthony Bourdain shared with President Obama during his visit to Hanoi.
Bun Cha is a specialty of Hanoi with a perfect balance of ingredients, mouthwatering smoke from the food stall, and easy-to-get-addicted flavor. Pork is marinated for an hour with shallots, garlic, fish sauce, and black pepper then charcoal-grilled. They place the smoky pork slices in a bowl and pour over a diluted savory fish sauce. It is served with noodles and fresh herbs.
6. After a great meal, you'd love to sit on a low chair, and take small sips of Ca Phe Phin (Vietnamese Drip Coffee) while watching the local life passing by.
The best one with drip coffee is Ca Phe Sua. Like nowhere else in the world, Ca Phe Sua is prepared in a very Vietnamese way. Hot water pours into a small filter containing coffee powder. The black liquid drips through the percolator into a glass. Add 2 spoons of sweetened condensed milk and ice cubes and stir. Learning more Vietnamese coffee recipes to craft at home is a great idea.
7. This country has many kinds of delicious fruits due to the tropical climate.
You’ll find it easy to buy fresh fruits from vendors selling along the streets.
8. Vietnam is proud to be home to 8 UNESCO Heritage Sites, including extraordinary natural heritage sites.
Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994, Ha Long Bay is well-known worldwide. From the bird’s eye view, it looks like a beautiful painting with thousands of limestones emerging from the emerald water, dotted with local floating fishing farms. Such a remarkable experience!
9. Cultural heritage sites are also mind blowing, such as Hoi An.
With its alluring beauty of a riverside ancient town, Hoi An is the most favorite destination in the country.
10. It’s hard to resist the charm of Hoi An....
... with its lovely ambiance, serene river, narrow streets hanging colorful lanterns, lovely yellow merchant houses, assembly halls and bridges which are influenced by Chinese and Japanese architecture.
11. Cannot leave Hoi An without trying its popular dish: Cao Lau
Cao Lau is a regional Vietnamese noodle that is made with pork and herbs. It’s popular in Hoi An and easy to find from street vendors to restaurants.
12. If you venture to Ninh Binh, you will see another Ha Long Bay “on the land”
Giant karst limestone mountain massifs in Ninh Binh have experienced at least 250 million years in various geological states.
13. With its bewitching scenery, Ninh Binh was chosen to film Skull Island in 2017 and Pan in 2015.
Boating on the calm water in Van Long Lagoon, Ninh Binh like traveling to the world of peace.
14. With a coastline of 3,260 km, Vietnam boasts beautiful sandy beaches stretching from North to South.
Ky Co, located in Quy Nhon province is famed for its white sand beaches and stunning turquoise water.
15. But its mountainous areas are just as stunning!
The H’Mong tribe has been cultivated on their mountains in Mu Cang Chai for hundreds of years. In May, the terraces are filled with water, creating fantastic geometric patterns. In harvesting time, these fields turn brilliant yellow. Both provide an astonishing look and leave a flutter in the tummy for anyone who dares to witness them.
16. There are dozens of ethnic minorities in Vietnam, giving this country a wild diversity of culture and lifestyle. Each tribe has its own costumes, language, and traditional practice
A happy smile of Red Zao woman in Sapa.
17. Thanks to the terrain diversity and annual monsoon season, Vietnam is home to numerous magnificent waterfalls
Ban Gioc Waterfall, located in Cao Bang province, is one of the biggest cross-border waterfalls in the world. The falls are 98 feet high and 984 feet across, making it the widest waterfall in the country. It's spectacular looking from the picture and surely you'll want to say “wow” when you see it in real life.
18. Nature lovers will like a trip to Ba Be National Park which is less than a 5-hour drive from Hanoi.
One of the country’s 33 national parks, Ba Be National Park boasts authentic natural scenery like lakes, forests, and rocky land. Very laid-back atmosphere.
19. Vietnam is bursting with mazes of rivers
The Mekong Delta encompasses 40,500-kilometer square of southwestern Vietnam. It is a maze of rivers, islands, mangroves, Khmer pagodas, and small villages.
20. The floating market is a unique attraction of the Mekong Delta. With a majority of the area being rivers and canals, trading by boats becomes a daily activity of the locals.
They sell everything from fresh fruits, vegetables, to housewares. Don't skip the breakfast here, it's truly an amazing experience.
21. In the Mekong Delta, there are even floating flower villages that are full of colors.
Among all, Sa Dec is the oldest flower village in Vietnam.
22. Flowers from here will be delivered to Saigon as well as other nearby provinces
23. Instagrammable photos? Easy! Even if you ain’t a good photographer. From iconic yellow walls in Hoi An….
24. … to Train Street - a fascinating residential street in Hanoi. Here, local people live along the track which is literally one step from their front doors.
25. Vietnam is filled with historical sites that date back hundreds of years.
Built in 1776, Thanh Toan Bridge is a rare, ancient tile-roofed wooden bridge, crossing a small canal in a picturesque village in Hue.
26. Vietnamese people are friendly and deft. Their craft products often require a lot of skills and hard work.
Two women in a fishing village are sewing a fishing net.
27. They are extremely hard-working people, too. They work for long hours each day to ensure a better life for their future.
Ninh Diem salt fields provide the best photos you ever took. With 3 sides facing the sea, salt production is the main industry of the village. Workers in the fields are mainly women wearing hats, face masks, and rubber gloves to protect themselves from the heat of the sun.
28. With all the country has to offer, it’s no wonder that Vietnam is one of the best destinations in Asia...
29 … a country of alluring nature and rich culture, of hospitality people and irresistible cuisine. It’s a country full of surprises.
See you soon in Vietnam!
