Sar kyaking in Halong Bay

Halong Bay

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March 21st 2007
HALONG BAY - 20/03/07 to 21/03/07 Halong Bay is a world heritage listed area and consists of 1969 limestone peaks surrounding the bay. We were sceptical about going since we were warned by other tourists that this was not the best time of year to vist, due to heavy mist and fog. After arriving we were surprised to find the weather had cleared, although it was still quite cold. ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Red River Delta » Hanoi

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more