Danang

Mountains, beaches, shopping centers, malls, historical sites, and quirky attractions all make Danang a must-visit destination for those traveling to the central regions of Vietnam. It’s part of the big four cities in the country so development has taken prominence during recent years but it has still retained its old-world charm and preserved its natural wonders.

If tourists are looking for something uniquely Danang, they could check out some ingenious attractions such as the Dragon Bridge with special shows during the weekends, the French Village at Ba Na Hills (their very own theme park), and the Giant Hands in the Golden Bridge. For those more attuned to nature, you could trek the Marble Mountains or go up the Son Tra (Monkey) Mountain; relax at the very popular and beautiful My Khe Beach or check out others such as the Non-Nuoc Beach. If sites are your fancy, plan your trip to see the artsy Tam Thanh Mural Village, the My Son Sanctuary, the Da Nang Cathedral, and the Fifth Military Division Museum of Da Nang. Foodies will be in for a treat because of its central location, so one will be able to try dishes from both Northern and Southern Vietnam and because it is a coastal city, there is a wide selection of seafood to choose from.

Da Nang is a near-perfect destination if you want to experience all kinds of attractions but make sure you plan your visit accordingly – May to August are the best months as the season is usually dry but could get as hot as 40 degrees celsius. And the most scenic way to get here is by the Reunification Express that runs between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Da Nang International Airport is one of the country’s main hubs that travelers can take advantage of if they are itching to get there as quickly as possible.