Tourist Attractions in Hoi An

Within the scope of the area is not too large, ancient Hoi An Enchanting pilgrims with many attractions, the beautiful architecture blueprint record of a prosperous trading port.

1. Cau bridge

Covered Bridge - the jewel in the heart of Hoi An, though small but contains many ups and downs under mysterious yin-yang roof tiles. Bridges built in the late 16th century and called for Japan. 1719, when Lord Nguyen Phuc Nguyen walked here, he gave three letters Lai Vien Kieu bridge. In the middle there is a small temple for worship Huyen Thien Great. Bridge covered quite nicely with the texture, decoration reflecting the harmony between the architectural style of Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, and Western.

Location: The bridge across the creek flowing out of the Thu Bon river bordering two of Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Tran Phu.

2. Fujian Assembly Hall

According to legend, the forerunner of the restaurant is a small shrine time worship statues Thien Hau Thanh Mau (God bless her for traders sailing the ocean) rescued off the coast of Hoi An in 1697. Over the restoration, clubs becomes more brilliant, spacious contributed to adornthe face of urban architecture of Hoi An.

Location: 46 Tran Phu Street

3. Chaozhou Assembly Hall

Assembly Hall was U.S. overseas Chaozhou states in 1845 to build churches Institute of General Phuc Ba Ma - good god help tame the waves traveling on sea trade was smooth sailing, a prime advantage. Assembly Hall particularly valuable structural timber frame architecture with exquisite carved wooden station, the same texture, decorative wooden altar and relief works beautifully glazed.

Location: 92B Nguyen Duy Hieu

4. Guangdong Assembly Hall

Overseas Chinese Assembly Hall was built in the state of Guangdong in 1885. The rational use of wood, stone in bearing structures, decorative details gave the Union imposing beauty shops, private. Every year on Nguyen Tieu, chickened Kwan (24 6th lunar month) at this festival solemnity attracted many participants.

Location: 176 Tran Phu

5. Tran family temple

Due to an official Tran (a large family emigrated from China to Hoi An in the 1700s) built in 1802 according to feng shui principles of traditional Chinese and Vietnamese people. Located on an area of ​​about 1500 m2, church Tran in Hoi An ancient race is neck-style cathedral church of the Vietnamese nation intact ancient ancient architectural form.

Location: No. 21 Le Loi Street

6. Museum of History - Culture

Founded in 1989, the museum exhibits 212 original artifacts and valuable material of ceramic, porcelain, iron and copper, paper, wood ... reflects the stages of urban development - from the Hoi An Sa Huynh culture period (2nd century AD) to the Cham culture period (from the 2nd century to the 15th century) and Vietnam culture University, University of the South (from 15th century to 19th century). 

Location: No. 13 Nguyen Hue 

7. Tan Ky Ancient House

Built nearly 200 years ago, Tan Ky house has unique architectural style of the city of Hoi An interior divided into many apartments, each one has its own function. Front of the house is to open stores and, through the river back to where export goods. House was built by the traditional materials and is created by the carpenter work, so just bring heavy local distinctions shape, small, elegant, cozy, recently shown to interact with the styles of architecture in the region. 

Address: 101 Nguyen Thai Hoc 

8. Handicraft workshop in Hoi An

Workshop brings together most of the traditional crafts of Hoi An and Quang Nam as mat weaving, weaving, pottery, lacquer ... In studio visits, visitors will witness deft hands of craftsmen who make up the exquisite handicraft products and excellent. Visitors can take a few steps in the manufacturing process of the job and buy a couple of souvenir products. 

Location: 9 Nguyen Thai Hoc

More info: 

There are 21 points to buy tickets visit in Hoi An. 

Domestic customers: 60,000 dong/ve/3 sights; foreign visitors: 120,000 dong/ve/6 cultural works. 

Exemption policy: customers are exempt from a full 15 Group tickets and full 8 guests, free guides; Children under 16 are free to visit. 

Where to purchase tickets: visit the Guidance Office Hoi An. Tel: 0510.3862715.

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8 beautiful beachs in Hue

The beach stretches headline, the cool gentle stream, the torrent of white foam is ready to give guests the fresh flavor in Hue on hot days. 

Lang Co Beach 

Located 70km from Hue city south of Da Nang city and 20km to the north, Lang has long been famous as one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam, with over 10km long white sandy beach, with sea water in green. In the period from April to July, where the air is very pleasant and cool.

Going to Lang Co, visitors will enjoy the fun as fishing, scuba diving. Enjoying the local cuisine like crab cake ball soup, crab vermicelli bowl or dish Lang oysters. 

Thuan An Beach 

Shed where the river flows Tam Giang Lagoon and the South China Sea, Hue Citadel by about 13 km east of King Thieu Tri's scenic ranked 10th in Neurology II anywhere else.

Far from the center town is about 30 minutes by motorbike, Thuan An beach 12 km long with the gentle lapping waves cool. Visitors often come here in about April to September when the weather is hottest.

Visitors can rent tents, in the wild right on the beach and unleash their drop in cooling water. At night, visitors can stroll along the beach, or enjoy the taste of fresh seafood grilled on charcoal scented.

Canh Duong beach 

From Hue along Highway 1A and south is about 70 km to Loc Tien commune (Phu Loc). From here turn left at almost 8 km left until Canh Duong beach, located next to Chan May port of Vinh Loc.

Stretching more than eight thousand meters, about 200 meters wide, with fine white sand stretches, rows of casuarina lined, emerald sea ... All to create a romantic natural scenery captivates many tourists to . Coming to Canh Duong beach is in pristine beauty, enjoy the fresh air cool, sultry dispel fatigue, the hustle of everyday life. 

In addition, guests will also be tempted by the fresh seafood dishes at prices varied very popular as steamed crab, squid, shrimp and fish department, individual Regional ... 

Vinh Thanh Beach 

Hue city about 30 km southeast of Vinh Thanh beach sunny with blue sky and white clouds, whispering waves, white foam roll, stretches of white sand, blue sea color.

Convenient transportation plus clean beaches, fresh seafood and cheap, Vinh Thanh is the choice of many tourists come here in the summer. 

Ham Rong Beach 

Located across the Tam Giang - Cau Hai Vinh Hien commune (Phu Loc), Ham Rong beach is a place where visitors have only once had the opportunity to have hope again. 

Although there is no "brand" as the Lang Co beach, Canh Duong, Thuan An beach Ham Rong have a pretty nice place, poetic landscape by Linh Thai high mountains near the 800 meters behind the language project patches of deep green forests, winding in multiple arc to embrace nearly 6 km long beach. There are 3 beaches Ham Rong beach, East Ocean and Lagoon beach.

Ham Rong sea water always blue, was dotted small populations of large rocks stacked together to create a beautiful, natural scenery, visitors can soak in pleasure, play with the children casinos started to drive away include fatigue, hot. 

Suoi Voi

From Hue city running south 60 km, or 40 km from Da Nang to run out, then run another 3 km to the west, across the territory of Thua Luu Tien Loc commune, Phu Loc district, Thua Thien Hue, along the path small concrete coating, visitors will come spring Elephants, a stream with many waterfalls large flush under a thick primeval forest vegetation.

Stream is named Suoi Voi, because here there is a rock shaped exactly like an elephant drinking fountains at the foot drop waterfall. There is also a lake named the Elephant Dam, this is a natural swimming pool is about 30 m2, on 2 meters deep, lies between two waterfalls. Cool blue lake can see the bottom.

From here on up is about 1 km stream glace. At the top of Eagle Rock waterfall, visitors can explore the natural delight, and then go catch fish fork, picking a lecturer to cook tomato soup, or boiled vegetables dipped aircraft bong water fish. 

Truoi Lake

From Hue city go on for Truoi Loc Hoa, Phu Loc District, 10km turn right to see more top White Horse year round sink in white clouds. Bach immense foot Truoi blue lake stretching out of sight. 

There are four streams are streams flowing into the lake Truoi The two, Vung Information, Mr. Park and Camp Three, each stream has its different characteristics beauty.

In the hot season, each day hundreds of visitors and picnic here. In spring, tourists can soak up the cool spring water, join the fun as fishing, cast it very attractive. Enjoy the grilled fish, or fish porridge fresh from the fruits of their labor. 

Nhi Ho Falls

Second Waterfall Village Lakes crops, Loc Tri (Phu Loc), the center of Hue city about 45km south of Highway 1A near 4km way. Falls as a masterpiece of nature with cascade down from the cliff forming two lakes green side.

From a long time, Nhi Ho has attracted many tourists to visit, especially with young people. Tourists come here to escape the heat of summer, immersed in nature, enjoy the specialties of the local rich. 

In particular, the position of Second Falls Lake is very convenient for tourists to combine sightseeing places such as dam Truoi - Spring Roll - Lang.

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Shopping and entertainment centers in Halong Bay

Halong Bay Tours Summer 2014 season is starting. General questions of each visitor to the preparation of this famous bay is usually located? What to eat? What game? The most logical way. The following collection of information that might help you somewhat.

Hotels in Halong Bay 

Ha Long tourist center is Bai Chay with many 3-4 star hotel standard such as Sai Gon Ha Long, Ha Long Plaza, Royal Lotus, Muong Thanh ....

In addition, many hotels, motels located in private mini Peach Garden City, Road Logistics is the logical choice for people with average income. If you have personal vehicles, visitors can pass to Bai Chay Bridge in Ha Long city center, where there are many private guesthouses priced "just right" that quality standard rooms.

A new service developed recently as overnight tours on the Gulf of objects income more fairly used relatively more. 

Where to eat? 

Visitors to Halong want to enjoy seafood here. The types of crab, surface appearance, snout otter, fish, squid ... make indispensable in every meal diners.

Location visitors can enjoy the seafood restaurant located in the heart of Bai Chay tourist site or a number of restaurants located in the jab as Thien Anh, Ngoc Suong ... 

If Ha Long city to have a lot of restaurants for guests to choose from as Phuong Loan, Thuy Thang, Anh Duong - Huong Lan, or the restaurant is located in the maritime boundary as Laptop2 Pile 5, Green Bay, Jumbo, Lan Huong who was there ...; the friends pink dress, Ha Long ... 

For visitors or up late, enjoying the food at the jab night (Bai Chay) or street food at Don Wells (Halong) with snails and seafood dishes are also exciting experience.

A reasonable choice is also very consistent along the sea boundary affordable prices, fresh produce. 

Play what? 

Come to Ha Long summer visitors will be mingled with the waves on the sand of a beach clean smooth Royal or follow the tour itinerary on Halong Bay with caves, rocks poetic grandeur. Join the tour, tourists can experience activities like kayaking and visit fishing villages ...

Looking ahead there are many cultural and sports activities will be taking place, visitors should not be overlooked as Carnaval Ha Long 2014 marine league Tuan Chau international beach, racing terrain Halong Challenger ... 

Shopping in Ha Long Bay 

After a day of sightseeing, evening visitors can stroll along the beach to relax or shop for souvenirs at the night market. 

Tourists can visit Halong market devotees buy dried, dried squid, squid ball, dried seafood is packed carefully.

In addition, visitors can buy crafts coal, the gift of Quang Ninh featured in the souvenir shops, commercial center of Ha Long Center was put into operation.

The strengths of Quang Ninh's tourism is island. Halong addition, visitors can go to Van Don Quan Lan, Ngoc Vung, Co ... to be mingled in the blue water of the pristine beaches with friendly hospitable people.

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Luang Prabang - the charming land of Buddha

As one of the attractive destinations for foreign tourists in Laos, Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of peace with the beauty mark on Buddhist centers are considered tourist destination renowned for its peace and beauty just naturally just magnificent ...

Luang Prabang is a provincial city and the capital of Luang Prabang in Laos recognized by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage, located 425km north of Vientiane, the Mekong River. 

On this planet there is no second oldest municipality does like Luang Prabang - UNESCO expert Francis Engelmann said.

Ancient moss definition of streets and the timeless shimmering lanterns that night just to Luang Prabang, Hoi An, Vietnam, Sapa is also reminiscent of the winding mountain pass road, small shops ngut smoke from the grill ... come to Luang Prabang you will admire the undulating red tile roof roll Mekong along the lines of monks dressed in orange walking through a long line through the old streets in the early mornings. Add to that the path, endless street corner.

Many people choose Luang Prabang, Laos to travel by these images and monks alms aristocratic looks and simplicity of it. Add to that the residents of Luang Prabang very attentive and friendly (you can stop anyone to ask permission to take pictures together without fear of rejection or discomfort), you can make love right Luang Prabang from the first moment.

Luang Prabang's charm lies in the spirit of Buddhism to the leisurely lifestyle, honest, decent along the streets of both identity and brilliant orange shirt of the monks and the gilded architectural splendor. The monks in Laos are often the professor in his teenage agility vivacious, giggly and very nice, go on the street themselves into the glowing orange coat color under the sun ... Very nice!

One of the reasons visitors come to Luang Prabang is to visit the ancient ruins of this ancient capital, especially those preserved temples 400-500 years along the temples with beautiful architecture reserved survive very well. Xieng Thong temple typical electricity to the region of ancient architecture of Luang Prabang particular.

Besides a series of temples: Wat Suwannaphumaham Mai, Wat Sene Souk Haram, Wat Nong Sikhounmuang ... with sharp interface between traditional architecture and modern, which is typical Imperial Palace (Royal Palace), this is the national Museum, was built in 1904 as the harmony between the two schools of architecture Laos - France.

Here, you can rent a bike and wander through the old town to feel the sharpest peaceful beauty of this city.

Sunset in Luang Prabang

Or you can also climbed Mount Phou Si for sunset Luang Prabang - where you can release sight to watch the sun slowly sink into the party line and record Mekong sunset moments peaceful here.

Finally, the night market is a destination not to be missed while in Luang Prabang.

Luang Prabang Night Market including food court (located next to an ancient temple in an alley on Sisavangvong) with dishes filled with food stalls are very attractive garnish souvenir stalls along with the territory scarf Mixed colorful, cute little silver ring sparkling, colorful umbrellas and paper lanterns with small pretty ...

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Thailand - the luxury destination

A new journey to the selected destination for luxury travelers. The journey starts from Bangkok to the cultural center of Chiang Mai and then to visit the natural wonders of the Golden Triangle Northern Thailand.

The journey begins from the vibrant Bangkok

The adventure begins two days in Bangkok, where the capital city is considered to be vibrant and full of life in Thailand. Visitors will experience the most attractive places highlights of the city, including a boat trip along the Chao Phraya river channel and a visit to the monument famous Reclining Buddha, with the blessing separate from the monks.

Thailand is a kingdom of the temple with unique architecture

Guests will get to the stadium to witness Rajadamnern a Muay Thai match, a traditional martial art, as a pastime is revered Thai. Then you will be back at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok, and ended the day with a relaxing massage service.

Relax in the luxurious hotel facilities

The next leg of the journey leading to Chiang Mai, a city in central Thailand with spiritual traditions, art, cuisine and famous. Two days you will immerse yourself in the scenery and structures spiritual, religious and bold Buddhist culture of Thailand. You will be in a 4 season resort in Chiang Mai, with beautiful cascading architecture, is one of the typical architecture of the region.

Journey include a visit to the famous temple Wat Phra That Doi Suthep in Chiang Mai. The temple includes many exquisite buildings, a museum, and a gold-plated chedi covered Lanna.

You will live in harmony with nature and enjoy its elephant

The last destination on the trip was Chiang Rai Thailand, a lush land borders with Laos and Burma. Guests will get a helicopter ride to camp 4 seasons in the Golden Triangle (3 border between Thailand, Laos and Myanmar), and then take a boat and see elephants bathing participate.

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7 tips for travelers going Singapore

Despite visa exemption for Vietnamese tourists arriving in Singapore but you also have to note passport valid for at least 6 months or offers for stays, airline tickets upon entry. Now let's chosing the Singapore tours to exploring this beautiful country!!!

Weather and dresses

In Singapore the weather is very hot, you should bring clothing mainly cotton, cool and handy to be able to combat the heat. You should also bring a small umbrella, compact to prevent the sudden rain.

Immigration procedures

Singapore has agreements on visa exemption for citizens when entering Vietnam with the stay period not exceeding 30 days, but you should note passports are still valid at least 6 months, were present fares from Vietnam South to Singapore and vice versa. Upon entry personnel may also address questions about accommodation, you should keep booking and hotel reservation booking when asked.

Information Center 

If you encounter any problems, you go to the information center, there is usually a short letter i sign on blue background white, where the staff can give you the experience rewarding. You should look for your brochures in any public center as well as the subscription service or tour ticket to see the show. 

Some centers as information center in Orchard (Cairnhill and Orchard Road intersection); center at Changi (Singapore Changi Airport), at the Cruise Centre (station to the center of Singapore ship, HarbourFront), in the State India (73 River Valley Road).

Cash and credit cards 

When traveling in Singapore, you should bring a certain amount of cash and it is best to have more credit cards. The carrying amount of foreign currency to reporting procedures. The currency exchange counters are usually unlicensed better than most hotels and banks. 

There are plenty of legitimate money exchange counter in Changi airport and most of the shopping malls on Orchard Road and the business district, other traders. However, you should also check the exchange rate before the change.

Contact Info 

You can call phones in public places to use your card or coins left to call, usually it will take 10 cents for a call about 3 minutes. Cards are sold at post offices and some shops. Today, visitors often prefer to buy sim card to call. You can buy sim cards at many stores in the city. 

You should also remember the emergency phone number if necessary as police 999, ambulance 995, information for visitors 1800-736 2000, 1800-542 4422 flight information.

Tipping

In Lion Island, putting tip is not a prerequisite. The bill in most restaurants, the hotel plus 10% service charge. 

Etiquette 

Upon entering the temple, temples you dressed with long sleeves and long pants. You have to take off shoes, put shoes before entering the temple visit India and Islam. As to the local people, you should also take off shoes. 

You should use the right hand when eating Indian or Malaysian cuisine. When eating Chinese food, do not plug your chopsticks into the food, be polite to them on the map hung beside chopsticks or bowls of you.

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Discovering "playboy area" Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong

Lan Kwai Fong is one of the entertainment venues are the most popular in Hong Kong. Here, you can enjoy dinner, drinks or dancing in many pubs, bars and nightclubs. Reservations HongKong tours to soak up the bustling nightlife in Lan Kwai Fong. Many visitors to Vietnam knows this famous amusement park after adult film "Lan Kwai Fong", especially when the Sac Le Tien beauty present at the opening ceremony of the International Film Festival in Hanoi.

Every day, from dusk to dawn the next day, Lan Kwai Fong hardly sleep. Neighborhood located on slopes with small alleys traversing along as you thrill music, lights. Here, you can catch the guy, with his best girl dances on the street in a bottle ivory tusks.

Lan Kwai Fong is located between two paths: Wyndham and D'Aguilar on Hong Kong Island. In an L-shaped narrow streets, there are 90 restaurants and bars. The bar in Lan Kwai Fong closed most of the day and open till late evening. Travelers who want to feel all of the excitement this game can eat from the evening and stay until the next morning. 

Each day, Lan Kwai Fong district now has 2 frames bustle: Happy Hour and Hour spree. Happy Hour starts from 17:00 to 21:00, the bar has attractive promotions to attract customers, mostly office workers presented as: Buy one get one free drinks, food prices fell by half. Hour from 22h00 spree began when the university students and foreign tourists flock jam jam.

The best moment to soak up the night life on the streets of Hong Kong Lan Kwai Fong is Friday night and Saturday, when the crowded neighborhood focused people to find joy exuberant entertainment. Price drinks at the bar in Lan Kwai Fong is not too expensive, a beer costs about 40-50 million Hong Kong dollars, the price cocktails 70-150 million Hong Kong dollars. 

At Lan Kwai Fong, visitors can enjoy the famous cuisine in the world, from the cuisine of China, South Korea, Japan, to Western dishes such as Italy, Russia .... The present time, when the Christmas, New Year and Lunar New Year 2013 is coming, Lan Kwai Fong area is brightly decorated, the more bustling with activity throughout boisterous entertainment.

The most famous bar in Lan Kwai Fong: 

1. Dublin Jacks 

1 / F, 17 Lan Kwai Fong 

Central, Hong Kong 

Tel: 2543 0081 

2. Bulldogs Bar and Grill 

G / F, 17 Lan Kwai Fong 

Central, Hong Kong 

Tel: 2523 3528 

3. Hong Kong Brewhouse 

LG / F, Lan Kwai Fong Tower 

33 Wyndham Street 

Central, Hong Kong 

Tel: 2522 5559 

4. Stormies 

G / F & 1 / F, 46-50 D'Aguilar Street, 

Lan Kwai Fong, Central, 

Tel: 2845 5533

Road to Lan Kwai Fong: 

Going by MTR (subway) station Exit D1 in central Hong Kong Island, you turn right on Pedder Street and walk to the center line Queen 's Road, turn left when you come to D'Aguilar Street, go straight a bit further as to Lan Kwai Fong. Time you go from D1 to Lan Kwai Fong station about 10 minutes. Subway in Hong Kong sually works from 24:00 and began to run from 5:30 am.

Go by bus: you can go the route 12M, 13, 23A, 40M, 10A and 10B. 

Taking place from The Peak: After the tram ride down the hill, into your car at the terminal 15C online, then you are on the minibus branch 1 in The Peak Square, the central bus station you walk 10 minutes is to Lan Kwai Fong. 

From Disneyland: Going to Hong Kong subway station and stop at D1 (as above)

Note also: 

* Chinese and English is the main language used. Most of the staff in the shop and the hotel restaurant speak English and Mandarin. 

* Most hotels and restaurants add a 10% service charge, are available in the invoice record. When they do not charge extra fee, then paying more (tips) 10% is reasonable. 

* Hong Kong is the safest city even into the night, whether traveling alone and have nothing to fear. 

* Most of the hotels have Internet system, even coffee shops, large supermarkets, major subway stations and public libraries in the city.

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