Many people frequently herald Vietnam as Southeast Asia’s upcoming “it” tourist destination. The famous Wanderlust magazine recently listed it as one of the Top Places to Visit in January 2023. In addition to big metropolises like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City which have decent flight connections to important cities throughout the world, Vietnam is a country abounding in natural beauty, rich culture, and history.
Here are five places you must visit during your time in Quang Nam:
- Nguyen Hoang Night Market, Hoi An
One of the busiest night markets in Hoi An, Nguyen Hoang Night Market is a must-visit if shopping is a part of your travel experience. The market, which is nearly 300 meters long, is open every day from 4 pm to 10:30 night. Visitors can sample popular local foods in addition to shopping for a range of products such as handicrafts, clothing, incense, lanterns, and pottery. Even if you aren’t much of a shopper, this night market, which is located close to the Hoai River, can end up being the ideal place for you to sit down and unwind while taking in the bustle of the ancient city with glistening lanterns pointing the way.
- My Son Sanctuary
The My Son Sanctuary, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a 2 km wide valley surrounded by mountains that is home to a collection of Champa tower temples that date from between the fourth and thirteenth centuries. The temples were constructed for Hindu deities including Krishna, Vishnu, and most significantly Shiva, and owe their spiritual foundations to Hinduism in India. The Sanctuary is a magnificent architectural ensemble with more than 70 works that have historical, cultural, architectural, and aesthetic merits. As a visitor, you can experience a sense of spiritual peace here that is unlike anything you have ever known. It is frequently compared to other well-known Southeast Asian structures, like the Angkor Vat.
- The Ancient Town of Hoi An
Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Town, is situated on the north bank of the Thu Bon River close to its mouth. It was formerly one of the busiest international trading ports in Southeast Asia. If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to live in a community that reflects both Western and Eastern customs, go no further than this remarkably well-preserved village. Around 1360 artifacts, such as homes, clan churches, community homes, pagodas, temples, assembly halls, historic wells, ports, etc., are currently preserved in the town. A wooden Japanese bridge with a pagoda from the 18th century is one of its most well-known sights. Hoi An is undoubtedly a very popular location for Instagrammers as well, given its picture-perfect beauty.
- The Global Biosphere Reserve of the Cham Islands
Cu Lao Cham is a group of islands that has been designated by UNESCO as a world bio-rights reserve. It is renowned for meticulously maintaining marine habitats, which include 950 aquatic species. You would fall in love with this location as a tourist because of the islands’ beautiful green hue, the crystal-clear ocean, and the serene fishing communities that are tucked away beneath the exotic coconut trees. There are eight islands, both big and tiny, next to each other, and they are all distinct in their own beauty and allure. The speedboat is a fantastic method to explore the majestuous sea if you want adventure. Or you may go scuba diving to discover the region’s magnificent coral reefs.
- The Monument Complex of the Vietnamese Heroic Mother
The statue of the Vietnamese Heroic Mother is a must-see location if grand memorial constructions fascinate and inspire you in equal measure. This location, which lies on the summit of Cam Mountain, is extremely important from a cultural, social, and political standpoint. The sandstone architecture immediately creates an impact on the viewer with its 18.5-meter-high tower and curved breadth of up to 117 meters. The monument honors the mothers of Vietnam who made significant sacrifices to ensure the independence and freedom of their nation. Along with their contributions to their country, it contains the names of almost 100,000 brave women.
