South-Central Vietnam
Highlights of this area include the vibrant city of Danang, the former imperial capital of Hue, and the very popular but undeniably stunning historic port town of Hoi An. The best beach scenes are at An Bang near Hoi An and Lang Co near Danang, and for nature fans there is good hiking and birdwatching in Bach Ma National Park. Ancient Cham history is fascinating at My Son, and the compelling Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) showcases the poignant and tragic stories of the American War.
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Discover the best attractions in South-Central Vietnam from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in HueThien Mu Pagoda
- Attraction in DanangDragon Bridge
- Attraction in Hoi AnHoi An Old Town
- Attraction in Hoi AnJapanese Covered Bridge
- Attraction in DanangMuseum of Cham Sculpture
- Attraction in Hoi AnOld House of Tan Ky
- Attraction in Hoi AnQuan Cong Temple
- Attraction in HueTomb of Khai Dinh
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South-Central Vietnam and beyond
- destinationHoi An
- destinationHue
- destinationDanang
- destinationAn Bang Beach
- destinationDemilitarised Zone
- destinationCham Islands
- destinationMy Son
- destinationBach Ma National Park
