Monday, July 31, 2017

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam


With its aqua-green water and cluster of limestone rocky outcrops rising from the water like sea dragons, Ha Long Bay resembles a scene from a fantasy story. Located about 80 miles (130 km) east of Hanoi in northern Vietnam, this otherworldly bay features more than 2,000 jungle-covered islands pitted with intriguing caves, grottoes, sinkholes and lakes. Ranging between 160 and 300 feet (50 and 90 meters) high, many of the islands and outcrops have been sculpted over the centuries by natural processes into fantastic formations. The names of these islands reflect the unusual shapes they resemble such as Voi Islet (elephant), Mai Nha Islet (roof) and Ga Choi Islet (fighting cock). 

Although most of the islands are uninhabited, some of the larger islands such as Cat Ba offer restaurants, hotels and attractions like beaches and historic sites. Other islands feature lakes, coral and grottoes that are ideal for swimming, kayaking and cave-exploring. Boat cruises are the best way to experience the natural wonder of Ha Long Bay. With hundreds of boats ranging from traditional Chinese junks to luxury cruisers, boat tours can vary from day trips to multiple-night journeys.

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Photo Source: Collected from Internet

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