Vietnam, main attractions

Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum

Located in Hung Vuong and Le Hong Phong Streets, Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi, this museum houses the body of Ho Chi Min, the reputed liberator of the people of Vietnam. His body is encased and protected in glass, with tight security in the whole mausoleum. There is also a museum nearby that showcases a collection of his military orders, pictures, and letters which show the important role he played in the history of Vietnam.

One Pillar Pagoda

Located in Ong Ich Kiem Street at Ba Dinh District in Hanoi, the One Pillar Pagoda was built to celebrate Emperor Ly Thai Tong's popular tale. Tourists flock the pagoda to ask for fertility. It is believed that the pagoda delivers miracles. This pagoda is made of wood and with a design that looks like the lotus flower, which is the symbol of enlightenment for the Buddhists. Admission is free.

Halong Bay

This beautiful wonder is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It has wonderful caves and limestone grottoes. The Halong Bay has more than three thousand small islands, most of which are named depending on their resemblance to animals or objects, such as Dragon, Man's Head Islands , and Incense Burner. The most amazing cave is believed to be the Hang Dau Go or the Grotto of the Wooden Stakes. Eerie images can be seen in this grotto. Day tours coming from Hanoi will cost around $24 US.

War Remnants Museum

Located in Vo Van Tan Street, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City ( formerly Saigon), the museum showcases the collection of weapons, pictures, and artifacts use d during the war. The former name of the museum was the Museum of American War Crimes. The museum can be viewed daily from 7.30am to 11.45am and then from 1.30pm to 4.15pm. Price of admission is $1 US.