Vietnam Water sports pictures

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The river that flows through the heart of Da Nang has always been its nightlife central, but its outlook is changing fast and the area is now more exciting than ever.

Not so long ago Ho Tay, or West Lake, was surrounded by a cluster of temples and quiet fishing villages. Today it’s a sleek and luxurious suburb of Hanoi. 

Riverside Hoi An is where everyone goes for a little fun after a day in the sun. Come back during the day though to discover ancient temples, tombs, pagodas and warehouses.

Not so long ago Ho Tay, or West Lake, was surrounded by a cluster of temples and quiet fishing villages. Today it’s a sleek and luxurious suburb of Hanoi. 

Riverside Hoi An is where everyone goes for a little fun after a day in the sun. Come back during the day though to discover ancient temples, tombs, pagodas and warehouses.

Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.

Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.

Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.

Wander around the banks of this peaceful lake and discover an historic temple, observe locals going about their daily life or enjoy a picnic lunch under the shade.

The sleepy fishing village sits on a thin stretch of land between the South China Sea and a turquoise lagoon brimming with seafood.

See bustling Ho Chi Minh City and the peaceful countryside from the river for a different perspective on Vietnam.

Lie on or under the arched palm trees and rent kayaks to go out on the brilliant blue-green ocean water in this popular bay.

Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.