Sara KohSobering past of war and unrest aside, Vietnam has grown into a beautiful nation, cultivating friendly and warm people in the process. The kind of resilience and silent determination that the country possesses is humbling and inspirational, to say the least.
At every turn, Vietnam seems to be like a picture caught on film, with a slight sepia tone to it. Although everything seems a little stuck in time, it has an unexplainable charm to it. The nation, even in its developing state, still somehow manages to steal our heart with its quaint streets and peaceful still waters.
When we least expect it, Vietnam steals hearts with…
1. Glorious sunsets
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2. Lush green terrace landscapes
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3. The aromatic coffee… Mmm…
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4. Unassuming and friendly locals
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5. Still waters and pastel coloured skies
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6. Quaint buildings and their quintessential swan boats
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7. The all-time favourite Halong Bay
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8. Crafty creations, like these beautiful lanterns
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9. Crazy gorgeous sand dunes…
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10. …that surprise us with a rich lotus pond
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11. Crystal clear waters that are perfect for snorkelling and diving
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12. Colorful incense sticks
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13. Intriguing limestone caves
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14. Colourful fishing boats
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15. And hardworking fishermen
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16. Mystical ancient ruins
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17. Bustling floating markets
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18. Villages on water
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19. Not forgetting, their scrumptious food – pho real.
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Oh Vietnam, you’ve stolen our hearts. You’ve stolen it for good.
