Located in Southeast Asia, Vietnam is one of the most visited and affordable holiday destinations in the world. It’s mostly a tropical climate, or rainy and unpredictable weather. When visiting the country, you can find sights and activities to suit your vacation style. Best of all is its affordability and refreshingly unique scenery for Indian tourists.
Of all the sights, the Vietnamese cities of Da Nang and Hue stand out for their otherworldly postcard value. Here’s Curly Tales’ solo female traveler Neha Nambiar’s story of wandering the streets of Vietnam.
Ba Na Hills – A Spectacular Location Near Da Nang City, Vietnam
Once there, Ba Na Hills offers plenty of activities and adventures to take part in. In this episode, Neha Nambiar takes you through old French villages and the stunning Golden Bridge.
After visiting the famous Hand Bridge, Neha heads to the French Village, where the architecture has a dominant French aesthetic. They have dome-shaped roofs and have the look and feel of an old castle. If you like European architecture, this French village will definitely impress you.
Neha recommends that the best time to visit the Hand Bridge is on a weekday. As for French Village, it will take you 1 hour to look around and explore as much as you want.
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Foods to Try During Your Vietnam Travel
Neha is a vegetarian and she advises that it is best to ask before choosing any food. Sometimes, certain dishes are made with broth, but there is no direct meat in it. So it’s best to ask before choosing any food. Neha also recommends the absolutely delicious jelly dessert!
Afterwards, head to the Dragon Bridge in the evening, where you can see the dragon breathing fire at 9:00pm sharp on weekends. Neha also recounts the amazing nightlife in Vietnam, and from the looks of it, Dragon Bridge is a sight in the dark.
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Curly Tales Solo female traveler arrives in Hue City
Neha takes you through a scenic route, enjoying the scenery, before reaching the city of Hue, about 100 kilometers from Na Dang. This Vietnamese city is known for being laid-back, relaxing and steeped in history. Neha visited a historic place in Hue, the tomb of Khai Dinh. The tomb is named after the twelfth emperor of Vietnam. It has a mysterious appearance with a fusion of Vietnamese and European architectural styles. The dark concrete tomb looks mysterious and exudes a unique atmosphere when visited.
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The next stop on Neha Nambiar’s itinerary was An Nhien Garden, where she encountered some delicious vegetarian food. This place offers unique vegetarian dishes. So, if you’re looking for some delicious and worthwhile vegetable foods in Vietnam, stick to Neha’s advice.
Vietnam Xiangcun
After visiting the top sights in Hue city and enjoying some delicious food, Vietnam’s Huong Village should be your next destination. Neha Nambiar calls this village a visual treat, and we’re sure you’ll be amazed by the striking red and orange hues you’ll see there.
Hue River Lagoon
After exploring Hue and snapping some Instaworthy photos, the next stop on your itinerary must be the Giang Lagoon in Hue. It is one of the largest lagoon systems in Southeast Asia. Needless to say, you will be amazed by the night sky up there.
Vietnam’s cities are a delight for anyone looking to visit international destinations on an affordable budget. Neha Nambiar on the latest episode of The Solo Female Travelers makes sure you know it all before heading to Da Nang and Hue cities.
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