What Makes Halong a Natural Wonder?

Vietnam is a paradise from all the corners, north, east, south and west. There are islands on one corner, ethnic village life under the vast mountains on other side and thick dense forest in the mid. Vietnam travel packages offer something for everyone. Whether you are an adventure lover, fun seeker, shopaholic, in exploration for peace or someone who wants to enjoy a different place altogether, Vietnam is certainly the destination where you all must visit.
There is a legendary world in the north of Vietnam. This part is famous as a World heritage site and its name is Halong Bay. Thousands of limestone islands and krasts, dense and vast water bodies, large mangrove forests, lush green vegetation, number of species dwelling in the lakes, diverse eco system are some of the peculiar reasons for giving the title of Worlds wonder to this land. The bay runs very closer to the Chinese border. Tours and travel to Vietnam has been growing since 1994 due to the title given to the country by UNESCO.
The name of the bay has special meaning in Vietnamese language. It means ‘Bay of Descending Dragons’ and this term is associated with a historical story. Dragons were sent down by the God to this bay when the peaceful life was disturbed by aggressors from the vast sea. Dragoons then descended in the bay and gave out beautiful pearls. The pearls transformed it into the limestone islands. People still believe that those dragons live in the bay and protect it from ills. Both the child and mother dragon were sent by God. Child dragon landed in the north and it was named Bai Tu Long bay where as the mother dragon came in the south and the south was named as’ Halong Bay’. Also, the precious stones spitted by the dragons are now the outcrops which are lush and green. The blue water, sky and sea will touch your soul. Halong bay travelHalong bay Travel has also won various international travel awards and it is a magnet for international travellers.
You can travel in this part for adventure, discovery or even can go on a private journey. Swimming, cycling, kayaking are few of the fun and adventures activities of which you can be a part of. Experiencing the heritage site comes under the discovery travels and yes a romantic and honey moon trip here will add charm to your life. The spectacular cluster of 3000 islands made of limestones, enormous caves, Variety of fish species, unusual shape of islands can attract anyone towards it. Most of the islands and caves are accessible through cruise and boats only. Hang Dau Go, Hang Sung Sot and Hang Trong are some of the popular caves. Hang Dau Go is famously known as Cave of Marvels, Hang Sung Sot as surprising cave and Hang Trong as Drum Grotto. Apart from a witness to the inexplicable exquisiteness of caves, you will be amazed by the amazing natural stone formations on the islands. Every island here narrates a story which you cannot ignore.