Lan Ha Bay

Cat Ba Island: Day 40 to 42

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March 10th 2024
After an overnight sleep at Hanoi, I headed to Cat Ba Island. In Vietnam, one of the most famous places to visit is the Ha Long Bay. People visit for the limestone karsts and the clean waters. But given its popularity, it can get crowded. So I chose Cat Ba (pronounced as Cas Ba), the next door neighbour, much less touristy and the same landscapes. Cat Ba (means Island of Women) is named afte ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Red River Delta » Hai Phong

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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