National Geographic Traveler Vietnam, 4th Edition

by James Sullivan

Overview

Vietnam is host to a unique mix of natural beauty and cultural diversity. It has one of the most ancient cultures of Southeast Asia, with relics of its rich history found at tourist-friendly sites such as the Hindu temples of My Son and Ponagar Tower. Its landscape ranges from mountain passes to lush rice fields and some of the world's most beautiful beaches stretched along 1,860 miles (3,000 km) of tropical coast. This comprehensive and beautiful illustrated guidebook offers walking and driving itineraries to well-known wonders and hidden treasures within the country, as well as useful maps to navigate your way. Active travelers will find plenty of opportunities to stretch their legs with self-guided walks through the shops of the Old Quarter of Hanoi, along the legendary Mandarin Road, and through tunnels used by Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Thrill seekers can find adventures from kite-surfing in Mui Ne to spotting tigers in Chu Mom Ray Park. And for a taste of authentic Vietnam culture, visit the markets of the mountain tribes. With practical information on when to go, where to stay, what to eat, and what to do, this is the ultimate guide to the best of Vietnam.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9788854417106
Publisher:	Disney Publishing Group
Publication date:	08/24/2021
Series:	National Geographic Traveler Series
Edition description:	4th ed.
Pages:	272
Product dimensions:	4.90(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

JAMES SULLIVAN wrote Over the Moat, a love story set in Imperial Vietnam that was inspired by his solo bicycle journey along Route No. 1 from Saigon to Hanoi in 1992. He has written for National Geographic Traveler, the New York Times, and other publications. He lives with his wife and two children in Hue, where he is writing a novel set in Vietnam.



RON EMMONS has written and photographed numerous books, including Portrait of Thailand and Walks Along the Thames Path. His writing on traveling, culture, nature, Buddhism, and photography regularly appear in many international publications. He lives in Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand.


KRIS LEBOUTILLIER has shot photographs for articles on Tasmania, Singapore, Rajasthan, and Vietnam for National Geographic Traveler. He is the author and photographer of Journey Through Phnom Penh and Journey Through Ho Chi Minh City. Represented by Getty Images, he has done work for Forbes Asia, Smithsonian, Spa Magazine, and Discovery Channel.

Table of Contents

Traveling With Eyes Open 6

Charting Your Trip 8

History & Culture 13

Vietnam Today 14

Food & Drink 22

The Land 26

Beliefs 32

History of Vietnam 36

The Arts 50

Hanoi 59

Hoan Kiem Lake & Surrounds 62

The French Quarter 66

West of Hoan Kiem Lake 73

Temple of Literature 76

Ba Dinh & West Lake 80

The North 85

South of Hanoi 88

Haiphong & Ha Long Bay 94

The Far North 100

North Central 111

Red River Delta 114

Vinh 117

Phong Nha Caves 118

Quang Tri Province 122

Hue & Central Vietnam 127

Hue 130

Central Vietnam 146

South-Central Coast 161

Nha Trang & the Islands 164

My Lai 168

Phan Rang to Vung Tau 170

Central Highlands 177

Dalat & Around 180

Buon Ma Thuot & Around 188

Kon Turn Province 191

Ho Chi Minh City 193

Lam Son Square Neighborhood 196

Northeast of City Center 206

Cholon 210

Outside Saigon 214

Mekong Delta 219

Delta Towns 222

Along the Gulf of Thailand 230

Travelwise 235

Hotels & Restaurants 245

Shopping 262

Entertainment 264

Activities & Festivals 265

Index 266

Credits 270