Ngoc Tu Dinh

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I'm Ngoc Tu Dinh, a local travel expert from Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam. Exploring Vietnam has been my passion for years, and I've spent 10 years as a tour guide throughout Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. I hope that my understanding of Vietnamese culture, allow me to offer a unique perspective in this blog.

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Sung La Valley - The Flower Amidst Dong Van Karst Plateau

Renowned for its flower-filled gardens, the Sung La Valley, regarded as a brilliant flower garden in the middle of the karst plateau, always attracts visitors by its very idyllic and rustic beauty.
08/09/2023

Discover the Life of Lo Lo Ethnic Group in Dong Van - Ha Giang

Although coexisting with other ethnic groups in Ha Giang, the Lo Lo ethnic group still retains its long-standing traditional culture.
06/09/2023

Pho Bang Town - The Ancient Town in the Northeast Mountain of Vietnam

Pho Bang town has not changed much since its being born. The town is still a simple and peaceful town, promising you many moments of relaxation.
05/09/2023

Ma Pi Leng Pass - one of the four great passes of Vietnam

Ma Pi Leng pass is regarded as one of the "Four Great Passes of Vietnam", along with O Quy Ho pass, Khau Pha pass and Pha Din pass. Not only famous for its grand scenery, Ma Pi Leng is also renowned as a pass built entirely by human power.
04/09/2023

The Serenity of Tha Village in Ha Giang

As the residence of the Tay ethnic minority, Tha village offers tranquillity and silence with rustic houses on stilts looming over rice paddies and verdant palm hills.
01/09/2023

Hon Chen Temple - an Important Spiritual Site in the Life of Hue People

Hon Chen Temple is a sacred place that has an important position in the spiritual life of the Hue people. This is also the only temple in Hue that features a harmonious and unique combination of royal rites and folk beliefs.
31/08/2023

The House on Stilts of the Lo Lo Ethnic Group in Cao Bang

The Lo Lo ethnic group in Cao Bang is an ethnic minority having their own distinctive language and culture. In particular, the Lo Lo's house on stilts show unique characteristics, even though looking from the outside its architecture is not too different from that of the Tay and Nung people.
29/08/2023

Kayaking in Halong Bay - A Fascinating Experience to Try

Kayaking in Halong Bay is one of the most interesting activities that allow visitors to experience nature in a unique way. It is not random when most Halong Bay cruise itineraries include this activity. The very useful kayaking experiences below will help you have a truly enjoyable and memorable trip.
27/08/2023

How to make Banh Cuon - Vietnamese Steamed Rice Roll at home

Banh cuon (Vietnamese steamed rice rolls) is considered a traditional cake of Vietnamese people. It can be used at any time of the day from breakfast to dinner. In the traditional way, the cake is steamed and made on a steamer, but today, you can also make it yourself with a non-stick pan at home. This new way of making is so convenient, but still retains a delicious and attractive taste.
15/08/2023

Thien Mu Pagoda - The Most Ancient Bhuddhist Temple in Hue

One of the oldest Buddhist temples in Vietnam is probably the Thien Mu Pagoda. This is also the only Vietnamese Buddhist temple appearing in the list of Top Asia's Most Beautiful Temples voted by Lonely Planet.
17/08/2023

Tomb of King Thieu Tri - An Impressive Beauty in Hue

Thieu Tri's tomb, also called Xuong Lang, is a well-known burial place in the Hue ancient capital. On 11 December 1993, Thieu Tri's tomb was honoured to be recognised by UNESCO as a world cultural heritage site.
15/08/2023

Khai Dinh's Tomb - the Unique Architecture with Sophisticated Mosaic Art

Khai Dinh's tomb, also known as Ung Lang, stands out in the historic city of Hue as a significant part of the Hue mausoleum complex.
15/08/2023

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