Vietnam is a colorful and exotic republic, a country of hospitality and rich culture. In Vietnam there are luxurious beaches, crystal clear ocean and beautiful cliffs. The landscapes of this country will not leave anyone indifferent. Delicious cuisine, temples that are more than a thousand years old, hospitality of local residents - this is why millions of travelers visit this country.
LOCATION
Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia and occupies the eastern part of the Indochina Peninsula. In the western part of Vietnam there is a border with Cambodia and Laos, in the north it borders with China. The official name of the country is the Socialist Republic of Vietnam. Vietnam is washed by the waters of the South China Sea. Vietnam has more than three thousand kilometers of coastline, most of which are amazing beaches. The area of the country is 331 km212. The Mekong and Hong Ha rivers flow through Vietnam and flow into the South China Sea.
CLIMATE
The climate in the country of long-livers is tropical monsoon, so the humidity is relatively high. The average humidity in the country is 84%. The best time to visit Vietnam is winter and spring. The weather during this period is favorable and not rainy. It will be comfortable to visit all the sights and sunbathe on the beach. The coldest time is December and January, sometimes the temperature in these months reaches only one degree above zero. The most comfortable climate is in the south of the country, where in any season the temperature rarely drops below 20 degrees, and in the hottest month, April, it reaches 37 degrees. It is not recommended to visit Vietnam in late summer and early autumn, during this time there are typhoons, some of which have destructive power.
LIFE IN VIETNAM
A large number of travelers from all over the world come to Vietnam for its beautiful nature, a large number of cultural monuments, unique culture and amazing cuisine. But given that the tourist destination in Vietnam has just begun to develop, the service may not seem worthy enough. Some tourists will be surprised that the all-inclusive service is not common here. In most hotels, you can count on breakfast or half board. There are a large number of attractions in Vietnam, some of which are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. When visiting the country, be sure to visit the capital of Vietnam - Hanoi. It is the center of social and cultural activity. In Hanoi, you will be amazed by the amazing combination of modern buildings and neighboring temples that are more than a thousand years old. Visit the historical monuments of Vietnam - Chua Mot Cot Pagoda, Bach Ma Temple, Cot Co Tower and Kinh Thien Tomb. The Golden Bridge deserves special attention from travelers.
KITCHEN
There are more than half a thousand dishes in the national cuisine of Vietnam. The most popular dish in this country is pho. It is loved not only by locals, but also by tourists, as it resembles an ordinary noodle soup.
This is a famous local soup made from rice noodles, greens, bean sprouts and spices. Locals also love sweet potatoes patat, cooked in different ways. Residents also prefer dishes with bamboo, different types of rice vermicelli, nem - pancakes made from rice flour, grilled chicken in banana leaves and other gastronomic delights. A common dessert among locals is a sweet porridge with balls of candied lotus. Exotic snacks are also popular here. The Vietnamese menu includes fried frogs, crocodile and ostrich meat, turtle soup. Any meal in Vietnam ends with tea. Many types of tea are popular in the country, and the best and most expensive is made from lotus. Locals also claim that Vietnamese coffee is the most delicious in the world.
