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Top 10 Most Welcoming Cities in Vietnam for 2024

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Booking.com has just released the top 10 ‘Most Welcoming Cities’ in Vietnam according to its 12th annual Traveler Review Awards. The number one spot is claimed by the ancient city of Hoi An. Following closely behind are Phong Nha Cave and Ninh Binh Province. Ninh Binh province landscape. Photo: Hoang Duyen Leading the pack in terms of beloved properties is Hanoi, followed by Ho Chi Minh City and Dalat. This diverse list of ‘Most Welcoming Cities’ in Vietnam includes beautiful beaches and tranquil mountains, all of which are worthy of being added to your must-visit list for 2024. From enchanting coastal towns to alpine retreats and rustic desert gems, these locations are sure to spark wanderlust for the year ahead. Booking.com has recognized 11,362 accommodation partners in Vietnam this year for their excellent service and hospitality, earning them the Traveler Review Award 2024. With over 1,244,000 reviews and an average score of 8.9, it’s no surprise that the ancient ...

Traders thrive in the freezing cold nights at the Yen So fish market

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The fish market opens for 24 hours a day, but it is usually most crowded from midnight to 6 a.m. Every day more than 100 tonnes of fish are delivered throughout the capital and to several neighbouring areas from this market. The temperature falls to nine degrees Celsius at 1 a.m. on January 25. A trader makes a living at Yen So market. Many traders don raincoats as they struggle to cope with the chilly winter weather conditions which have hit the capital. The site is the largest fish market in Hanoi, with nearly 100 stalls in the market. Whilst the whole city is sleeping the fish market is at its busiest time, even in rain and cold weather. Fish sold at the market comes from the northern provinces of Hung Yen, Hai Duong, and Ha Nam. Workers are busy at night at Yen So market. Traders burn a fire as a means of keeping warm at Yen So market. The post Traders thrive in the freezing cold nights at th...