Ninh Bình, Ninh Binh Province
Visit the ancient capital. Today the capital of Vietnam is Hanoi, but in the 10th and 11th centuries that honor was held by Hoa Lu. This small ancient city was naturally protected from invasions by karsts and rivers. Today, it’s a good place to get a history fix. Go in search of wildlife. An exotic rowboat experience is a must-do at the Van Long Nature Reserve. Keep your eyes open for exotic friends, such as the black-faced spoonbill and the Delacour's Langur, one of the world’s most endangered primates. Pay a visit to the Bai Dinh Temple The largest complex of Buddhist temples in the country, Bai Dinh is a mix of old and new styles. Ancient temples are housed in caves you can only reach via a pretty climb of 300 steps, while the new temple area covers an area of 500 hectares. Ninh Binh Weather The temperatures in Ninh Binh are ideal from March to May and September to November. For the finest views, go during harvest season in October. If you visit in t...