If you have long dreamed of a vacation in an unusual country with moderate prices and climate: Vietnam is your choice. This country is able to surprise you with its unusual, magical nature, centuries-old traditions, and friendly people.
In February 2017, the government of this country launched a system for obtaining an e-Visa Vietnam visa for Chilean citizens. This greatly simplifies entry into the country and stimulates tourism.
Top 3 places to visit in Vietnam
Mekong Delta (South Vietnam)
The southern part of the country, little explored by tourists, is remarkable for its amazing nature. There are many interesting places that are worth seeing with your own eyes.
The Mekong Delta, located in the southern part of the country, is a truly exotic place. Ho Chi Minh City is located in the eastern part of the delta, so it is not surprising that this place is loved by tourists and locals alike.
Phu Quoc Island is also located here. Traveling along the river will provide the most positive impressions for a long time. After that, you can rent a small boat and swim between the islands, of which there are many.
Halong Bay
Everyone who arrives in this country for at least one day should definitely see Halong Bay – the most famous natural monument of Vietnam. Three thousand islets, having different sizes and bizarre shapes, are buried in the purest water of the bay.
Here you can go boating in search of the Loch Ness monster, buy rare multi-colored corals as a souvenir or just take a foto against the backdrop of amazing nature.
Tomb of Khai Ding (Mount Chau Chu, Hue)
Sights of Vietnam introduce tourists not only to nature but also to local history. Confirmation of this is the tomb of Khai Ding. During the construction of the tomb, everything was thought out to the smallest detail.
The process of its construction took 11 whole years. The emperor Khai Ding buried here devoted his whole life to the struggle for the freedom and independence of the state, for its development.
Before the visitor gets inside the building, he passes 36 steps and the Courtyard of Honor, in which there are sculptures of the court of the emperor.
National cuisine of Vietnam
Vietnamese cuisine has collected all the best of Khmer, Thai, and Chinese cuisine traditions. Based on recipes from different countries, unique dishes were created that were so loved by many gourmets from around the world.
The cuisine of Vietnam is varied and delicious. Only national dishes, there are more than 500 items.
The most favorite dishes of the local population are dishes made from fish, chicken, and pork meat with vegetables, rice, or noodles. Also, the Vietnamese are very fond of young bamboo shoots – they are not only tasty, despite their smell, but also healthy.
A characteristic feature of the local cuisine is its “repulsive smell with excellent taste”.
To give their dishes a unique aroma, Vietnamese chefs add coriander, mint, lemongrass, ginger, shrimp, black pepper, nyuk-maam fish sauce, basil, and garlic. Nyuk-maam sauce gives dishes a special exotic flavor for almost all dishes.
The hospitality and culture of Vietnam
The Vietnamese are unusual and even unique people.
Despite the fact that in the territory of such a small country with a difficult history, three world religions – Confucianism, Hinduism and Buddhism – developed at once, and each religion had a significant impact on the historical course and development of the country, the population of Vietnam, in general, is not followers of any religion.
To describe the national and character of many peoples of the world, one usually has to utter many phrases. If we talk about the Vietnamese, then it is necessary to mention two important words: friendliness and calm. And this despite the very tragic history of the country.
Surprisingly, the local population of Vietnam, having gone through many difficulties and humiliations, has retained amazing cordiality and generosity, as well as hospitality to the many guests of the country.
How to get an electronic visa to Vietnam?
An electronic visa (E-visa) is a type of permit that is issued to foreigners by the Vietnamese Department of Immigration online.
Previously, tourists had to receive invitations and apply for a visa upon arrival in Vietnam. Chilean citizens can now apply online through https://e-visa-vietnam.com and get an electronic visa.
100% online – no more trips to the embassy!
A visa can be obtained in just 3 business days. It must be presented upon boarding the flight, as well as to the migration officer upon arrival. An e-visa allows a single entry for a maximum stay of no more than 30 days.
If desired, tourists can once extend the period of stay in the country, having received an ordinary visa on the spot.
