Vung Viêng fishing village draws in foreign tourists

August 18, 2024 - 08:50

Vung Viêng, a fishing village located in Hạ Long Bay, has been recognised by several international travel magazines as one of the most beautiful fishing villages in the world.

Vung Viêng fishing village is surrounded by limestone islets in Hạ Long Bay. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

Vung Viêng, a fishing village located in Hạ Long Bay, Quảng Ninh Province, has been recognised by several international travel magazines as one of the most beautiful fishing villages in the world. This recognition has drawn a significant number of tourists, especially from abroad.

In the first seven months of this year, Vung Viêng fishing village welcomed 39,049 visitors, of which 37,144 were international tourists, accounting for more than 95 per cent of the total. VNS

A group of floating houses in the village's waters. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

Indonesian tourists take a photo at Vung Viêng fishing village. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

Boats carrying tourists at the entrance of Vung Viêng fishing village. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

Tourists learn about pearl culturing in Vung Viêng. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

Two female tourists exploring the village's waters. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

Tourists experience pleasure at Vung Viêng fishing village in Hạ Long Bay. VNA/VNS Photo Đức Hiếu

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