Lonely Planet Vietnam
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Lonely Planet Vietnam

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Lonely Planet Vietnam

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Publisher
Lonely Planet
Year
2018
eBook ISBN
9781787019317
Print ISBN
9781786570642

Central Vietnam

North-Central Vietnam

Ninh Binh Province

Vinh

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

Dong Hoi

South-Central Vietnam

Demilitarised Zone

Dong Ha

Hue

Bach Ma National Park

Lang Co Beach

Danang

Hoi An

My Son

Central Vietnam

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Why Go?

The geographic heart of the nation, central Vietnam is packed with historic sights and cultural interest, and blessed with ravishing beaches and outstanding national parks. Marvel at Hue and its Imperial Citadel, royal tombs and excellent street food. Savour the unique heritage grace of riverside jewel Hoi An, and tour the military sites of the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ). Check out Danang, fast emerging as one of the nationā€™s most dynamic cities. Also emerging as a must-visit destination is the extraordinary Phong Nha region, home to three gargantuan cave systems (including the worldā€™s largest cave), and a fascinating war history concealed amid stunning scenery. Enjoy well-earned downtime on the golden sands of An Bang Beach or learn to cook central Vietnamese cuisine, the nationā€™s most complex. With improving highways, and upgraded international airports at Hue and Danang, access to this compelling and diverse part of Vietnam has never been easier.

When to Go

  • Late Apr Danangā€™s riverfront explodes with colour for the annual fireworks competition.
  • May Temperatures rise and central Vietnamā€™s beaches come into their own.
  • Sep Sticky summer heat relents, peak crowds are a memory and sea temperatures are balmy.

Best Places to Eat

A Sea Shell
A Hanh Restaurant
A Cargo Club
A Taco Ngon
A Fatfish

Best Places to Stay

A Chi Villa
A Hoi An Odyssey Hotel
A Nu Ni Homestay
A Hue Riverside Villa

Central Vietnam Highlights

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1 Hoi An Travelling back in time in this historic old port.
2 Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Going underground in one of the worldā€™s most outstanding caving destinations.
3 Hue Treading in the footsteps of emperors from the Forbidden Purple City to the imperial tombs.
4 An Bang Taking it easy and eating well at this relaxed beach near Hoi An.
5 Danang Experiencing the urban energy and great street food of this exciting city.
6 My Son Wondering while you wander amid enigmatic Cham ruins.
7 Trang An Exploring a World Heritageā€“listed riverine wonderland.
8 Vinh Moc Tunnels Exploring the fascinating and poignant history of the Demilitarised Zone.

North-Central Vietnam

Ninh Binh Province...

Table of contents

  1. Table of Contents
  2. Welcome to Vietnam
  3. Vietnamā€™s Top 20
  4. Need to Know
  5. First Time Vietnam
  6. Whatā€™s New
  7. If You Like
  8. Month by Month
  9. Itineraries
  10. Outdoor Activities
  11. Eat & Drink Like a Local
  12. Regions at a Glance
  13. Hanoi
  14. Northern Vietnam
  15. Central Vietnam
  16. Southeast Coast
  17. Southwest Highlands
  18. Ho Chi Minh City
  19. Mekong Delta
  20. Siem Reap & The Temples of Angkor
  21. Understand Vietnam
  22. Vietnam Today
  23. History
  24. People & Culture
  25. Arts & Architecture
  26. Environment
  27. Directory A-Z
  28. Transport
  29. Health
  30. Language
  31. Behind the Scenes
  32. Our Writers