Perfect beaches for a relaxing break in northern Vietnam
VOV.VN - On the scorching hot days of summer, there is nothing more relaxing than a dip in the cool sea. Here are 9 ideal beaches for visitors to beat the summer heat.
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16km from Thanh Hoa city, Sam Son beach is a perfect destination to avoid the heat in the northern region. Aside from its beautiful vistas, Sam Son is also famous for tourism sites like Trong Mai islet, Doc Cuoc temple, and Co Tien pagoda. |
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Co To Island is located to the east of Van Don Island in Quang Ninh province. The island attracts a huge number of tourists every year with its crystal blue waters. |
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For years, Tra Co Beach in the city of Mong Cai in Quang Ninh province has been known as one of the country’s most romantic beaches with blue waters, soft white sands, and cool weather. Visitors can buy delicious and fresh seafood from the local fishermen. |
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Unlike some other noisy and commercialised tourist hubs, Hai Hau beach in Nam Dinh province allows visitors to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of its stunning landscapes. |
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Located around 105 kilometres from Hanoi, Do Son is a stunning beach located among ideal topography. Nature has blessed the place with a beautiful beach, sunshine, and a warm winter climate, while it is cool in summer. In a favourable location, Do Son provides visitors with easy access to a delightful vacation at any time of year. |
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Cat Ba, known as Pearl Island, is the largest of the thousands of islands in Halong Bay, with pristine and amazing landscapes. Visitors can relax on the beautiful beaches in Cat Co, Ben Beo, and Co Tien or discover a number of wonderful caves at Trung Trang, Hoa Cuong, and Thien Long. |
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Visitors to Cua Lo beach will be treated to beautiful natural scenery, unique tourist activities and delicious seafood on the sand dunes beside the crystal clear sea. They can also visit a number of famous historical sites such as Kim Lien village - the hometown of President Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh Square, and Pu Mat National Park. |
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Thien Cam Beach is situated in Thien Cam Town in Cam Xuyen District, around 26km south of Ha Tinh Town. It is famous for its unspoiled landscape and an immaculate 10km long white sandy beach. The sea is usually calm year-round and this is an ideal place for great water sports, swimming, and peaceful relaxation |
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Bai Chay Beach is a coastal town about 100km northeast of Hanoi, attracting huge crowds of beachgoers in the summertime. Travellers can find plenty of resorts, seafood restaurants, and beachside activities such as jet skiing, surfing, and canoeing. |