Besides the Golden hands bridge – a global hit, Da Nang city also has beautiful beaches. If looking for somewhere great to stay and have a slow holiday, Non Nuoc beach should be one of top choices. It’s lengthy, peaceful, … Read More
How to Get from Da Nang to My Son Sanctuary
Known as ‘the Angkor Wat of Vietnam’, My Son sanctuary boasts of its sophisticated temples dating back from 4th century. Sadly, in 14th century, it’s abandoned in the forests. Today, this is one of the most important archaeological sites in … Read More
Thieu Tri Tomb: The Peaceful Royal Tomb of Hue
Thieu Tri emperor tomb is an unpopular place to visit in Hue. From the city centre, it’s closer than Khai Dinh tomb, Minh Mang tomb and Gia Long tomb, and further than Tu Duc king’s, Dong Khanh king’s and Duc … Read More
Bach Ma National Park: Hiking, Trekking in Da Nang and Hoi An
Two best places for trekking and hiking in and near Da Nang are Son Tra mountain (peninsula) and Bach Ma national park. Which one is better is actually personal because these hot spots have similarities and differences. The same things they … Read More
Hoi An Wet Season: What to Do in Hoi An When It Rains?
No beach, no pool, no outdoor adventures? What to do in Hoi An when it rains? This is a very popular question from travelers who come to Vietnam in the wet season. The rainy season in Hoi An (and central … Read More
Hue to Da Nang By Train: The Best Train Ride in Vietnam
Like Hanoi to Sapa, many travelers choose to get from Hue to Da Nang by train. Not just a cheap deal, the experience on this ride is definitely stunning and worthwhile. The view is incredible when the train goes along … Read More
Hue Royal Tombs: A Complete Guide and What is Best?
The Nguyen dynasty existed 143 years, from 1802 to 1945 with 13 emperors, but only 7 of them had their own mausoleum. On the map, all of these buildings are southeast of Hue city and in the mountains around the … Read More
The Hue Abandoned Water Park (Thuy Tien Lake Waterpark)
Recently, the Abandoned water park in Hue is known by travelers worldwide thanks to social media and online magazines, just like the Golden hands bridge in Da Nang. It was described as one of the most fearful places on our … Read More
Minh Mang Tomb Complete Visitor Guide
Minh Mang is the 2nd ruler of the Nguyen dynasty, the king of Vietnam from 1820 to 1840. His contributions to the country can’t be counted, including the largest territory Vietnamese ever occupied, formed in his time. Many people believe that … Read More
Tu Duc Tomb Complete Visitor Guide
Tomb of Tu Duc emperor is one of three most visited royal mausoleums in Hue. Two others are Minh Mang tomb – the tomb of Tu Duc king’s grandfather and Khai Dinh tomb. Compared to them, it’s closest to the … Read More