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One of the natural wonders of Vietnam.
One of the natural wonders of Vietnam. Some 3000 islands stretching over 1500sq km and reaching the Chinese border.
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The name Ha Long means
Where The Dragon Descends Into The Sea. Halong's distinctive scenery is said to have been created by the lashing tail of a rampaging dragon.
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Vietnam's own Loch Ness Monster
The Tarasque, a mythical creature, is said to inhabit these waters. Vietnam's own Loch Ness Monster.
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Family life on Halong Bay.
These tiny craft house whole families. On the bow is a tarpaulin on a bamboo frame to provide shelter from the rain.
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At anchor, cooking the evening meal
At anchor, cooking the evening meal
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Ships that pass, we share a joke with this group of fishermen.
Ships that pass, we share a joke with this group of fishermen.
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The wind and waves have created countless caves and grottoes.
Around the entrances are tiny floating villages whose inhabitants have fish, seafood, shells and coral to sell.
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