Usually, if people go on vacation to Vietnam, they choose the southern region of the country. Especially Russian tourists. Rest here will be no worse than in other popular beach resorts in the world: there are attractions, hotels for every taste and budget, beautiful coastlines. But before you go to South Vietnam, you need to at least partially plan your trip. From this article you can find out all the most necessary information about the country: when is the best time to go, where you should definitely visit, which hotel to choose.
Geographic location. Differences from North Vietnam
South Vietnam is the area that is located between the extreme southern point of the state (Ca Mau Cape) and the conditional border (approximately 17 parallel north latitude - near Quang Ngai province).
The first difference from the North is the lack of clear divisionsmonths for the seasons. South Vietnam is located in the tropical and partially subequatorial zone, which creates favorable conditions for a beach holiday. Actually, here is the answer to the question of why tourists choose this particular area of the country.
Another interesting difference is that the southerners have their own dialect, which is somewhat different from the northern one. In general, South Vietnam is more popular in all respects, and people here live active, adventurous and easy-going.
South Vietnam attractions
First of all, it is recommended to visit one of the largest cities in Indochina and a trading port, founded in 1698, Saigon (now it is called Ho Chi Minh City). The architecture of this settlement reflects everything that it had to endure for several hundred years of its existence. There are many monuments, all sorts of restaurants, shops, markets and even merchants who sell products right on the sidewalks. In this city you can see:
- interesting pagodas: seven-tiered and Imperial Jade;
- museums: sculpture, military history, historical, as well as the Dragon House Museum on the pier;
- Trang-Hang-Dao Temple;
- cathedrals: Duke-Bas and Notre Dame;
- palaces: Thong Nhat and Independence;
- old Bien Soup shop;
- Hotel De Ville as a prime example of French colonial architecture;
- zoo and botanical garden with sports center, water park and Royal Garden.
Not far from Ho Chi Minh City(South Vietnam) there is a truly unique creation - the Cu Chi Tunnels. They are located near the village of Bendin, which is 70 km from the city in a northwesterly direction. This is a complex system of manually dug (!) tunnels with a total length of 250 km. They are located on several levels, there are both secret loopholes and warehouses, living quarters, food outlets, hospitals and workshops. In general, the whole city. At one time, they delivered a lot of trouble to the American army.
And 128 km south of Ho Chi Minh City is Vung Tau - the resort town, which is the most popular in the state. There is a sculpture park, a Buddhist temple, monasteries, beautiful pagodas and a lighthouse on top of Nuine Mountain. River markets, Kann-Zo island, cave temples, and, perhaps most importantly, the ethnic villages of the delta are popular.
What can you do in this part of the world?
South Vietnam is ideal for any type of holiday, whether it's beach and water activities, sightseeing, getting to know the culture and life of the country.
Fukok Island is the largest in the country. The coastline is 120 km long, where you can easily find a secluded corner and give yourself to silence, enjoying the sounds of nature. It has amazing flora and fauna. Especially nature - pristine and luxurious. Under water, there are many coral reefs, vegetation and unusual inhabitants, while on land rocky mountains, rainforests and sandy beaches predominate. By the way, only here and nowhere else in Vietnam can you see virgin forests.
It is worth paying attention to Phan Thiet, which is also one of the best resorts in the South of the state. There are 10 km of beaches fringed with fresh, bright and lush vegetation, with coconut palms and the best hotels. Even a three-star hotel in Phan Thiet can easily be on par with a five-star hotel in another part of the world.
Weather in South Vietnam
Take into account this factor is equally important when planning a trip to South Vietnam. The weather is generally stable, but there is a rainy season here, and even fifteen-minute showers can spoil the mood. The best time to travel is from December to April. At this time, there is practically no rain in the southern resorts, the temperature of water and air is kept within 26-27 degrees. And approximately from May to October the wet season lasts.
Beach vacation
The coastline in the country is very long. The beaches of South Vietnam should be chosen depending on where you want to go on vacation. The most popular places have already been listed above - these are the Phukok archipelago, Con Dao Island and the resort of Vung Tau. A little more:
- Con Dao Island features white sandy beaches and is ideal for relaxing holidays, turtle watching, fishing, boat trips and diving.
- Phukok is part of a huge archipelago, with beautiful and comfortable beaches and picturesque mountain heights.
- Vung Tau resort features a developed infrastructure, ideal beaches, colorful surroundings and many attractions.
South Vietnam Hotels
Hotels in this state are excellent, with a high level of service, and not only those with 5 stars, but also with a lower rating. For example, on Con Dao, you can book a private villa with a private pool at the Six Senses Con Dao hotel, which will cost about 42,000 rubles per night. Or rent a room in a simple hotel Hai An Hotel with one star, which will cost a little more than 1000 rubles per day.
Phukok Island (South Vietnam) offers hotels such as Bamboo Cottages & Restaurant, Lavita, Mango Bay Resort and Salinda Premium Resort and Spa - all of them are inexpensive but have great reviews. And for those who want to stay at the Vung Tau resort, it is recommended to pay attention to Ana Mandara, Anoasis Beach Resort, Bon Bien and Doi Sut. All hotels have a convenient location and a relatively low price, offer guests a quality and relaxing holiday with interesting entertainment.
Rest in South Vietnam: reviews of tourists
This state is currently not as popular as, say, the French Riviera, the Maldives or Goa. But soon the situation will change, because every year more and more tourists flock here.
South Vietnam, which was chosen by some vacationers from Russia, provides such an opportunity as enjoying the scenery, because even the photos show the beauty of this resort area. It is also worth choosing for several more reasons:
- Many hotels including budget options.
- Interesting and beautiful sights.
- Possibility to choose a sightseeing tour on land and water.
- Lots of fun activities.
So if you want a good holiday for little money, South Vietnam is the perfect option for couples, families with children and groups of friends.
