Which part of Vietnam is most beautiful?

What is the most beautiful area of Vietnam?

Ha Long Bay? Puh-lease. Like a parking lot for giant, green rocks. Tourist trap central. Emerald waters, more like algae smoothie. Been there, got the “I love Ha Long Bay” t-shirt. Regret the t-shirt.

Sapa’s rice terraces? Okay, they’re pretty groovy. Like a giant staircase for green giants. But, so many stairs, man. My calves still ache. This was back in ’23, never recovered.

Ninh Binh (Tam Coc)? “Halong Bay on land”, they say. Copycat! Still pretty though. Rowed a boat there myself. Lady with the oar had guns like Popeye. Respect.

Phu Quoc. Beaches? Sand in my shoes. Everywhere. For a week. Still finding it. But, the seafood… chef’s kiss. Ate a squid bigger than my head. No lie.

• Best for rock gazing: Ha Long Bay (if you’re into that)
• Best leg workout: Sapa’s rice terraces (bring ibuprofen)
• Best for arm workouts: Ninh Binh (Tam Coc) – all that rowing!
• Best for seafood feasts: Phu Quoc (squid bigger than your head, guaranteed)

My personal pick? Phu Quoc, purely for the food. I’m a simple man. Give me seafood, and I’m happy. Also, less climbing. My knees aren’t what they used to be.

Is North or South Vietnam nicer?

North? History. Culture. Hanoi’s grit. South? Buzzing. Modern. Saigon’s sweat. Food? North, delicate. South, a punch. Your call.

• Hanoi (North): Temples, history, cooler climate, subtle cuisine. Think pho, less sweet. My ’23 trip? Motorbikes, chaos, loved it.
• Ho Chi Minh City (South): Fast, hot, nightlife. Food? Sweet, bold. Mekong Delta access. More Westernized.
• Central Vietnam: Often overlooked. Beaches. Hoi An’s charm. Ancient ruins. Worth exploring. My friend prefers Da Nang’s beaches.

What is Da Lat, Vietnam known for?

Da Lat, Vietnam, huh? Oh, that’s like Vietnam’s personal fridge, perched way up in the hills!

Think Swiss Alps meets Southeast Asia, with a dash of whaaaaat?!. It’s famous for:

• Weather that doesn’t know it’s in Vietnam. Seriously, pack a jacket; my Aunt Mildred almost froze buying durian there last spring.
• Flowers, flowers EVERYWHERE! More flowers than your grandma’s wallpaper…on steroids. Gardens galore, you betcha!
• Views that make you go “whoa.” Mountains so pretty, they probably have their own Instagram accounts.

It’s super chill, like a sloth on vacation, and yeah, those gardens. Oh! I got a sunburn once, even tho it was cold. Bizzare!

What is the nickname of Da Lat city?

Okay, so Da Lat…City of Eternal Spring, right? I know that’s it.

It’s burned into my brain after my disastrous trip in October 2023. We went, expecting, like, perfect weather. “Eternal Spring,” duh!

Turns out, “eternal spring” also means eternal mist and drizzle. Seriously.

I was so bummed. We’d booked this cute little homestay near Xuan Huong Lake. Looked amazing in the pics! But the whole time? Fog. Ugh.

Anyway, yeah, City of Eternal Spring. Da Lat’s nickname because of its supposedly mild weather. Even though my experience… wasn’t!

Here’s the down low:

• Nickname: City of Eternal Spring
• Reason: Temperate weather year-round
• My visit: October 2023, foggy and damp. Seriously, so. Much. Fog.
• Location: Central Highlands of Vietnam
• Alternative names I’ve heard, although probably wrong: City of Flowers (maybe?) Little Paris (uhh, maybe if you squinted).

I still think Da Lat could be awesome, just maybe not during what I now call “Eternal Mist Season.” Never again! I’d recommend going during dry season.