Legend has it that the countless rock formations dotting the seascape of Halong Bay are the result of a prehistoric dragon's crash into the water, the dragon sent by the gods to protect the country from an invading army. Whatever the explanation, the result is magical.
Halong Bay is one of several UNESCO World Heritage Sites we are visiting on our journey. As of 2012, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization lists 962 sites around the world that are "of special cultural or physical significance." Explore the UNESCO link to discover remarkable places!
In Hue yesterday and today we visited the complex of monuments (the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and surrounding grounds) designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1993. This historic example of the Vietnamese feudal empire, at its height in the 19th century and ending in 1945, brought an aspect of the country's history vividly to our attention.
We are so lucky that someone, some organization, has said: "Hey, dudes. This is important. Pay attention." I feel this way about the National Parks in the United States. Important cultural and physical places are highlighted for everyone to experience. We are so lucky.
Halong Bay is one of several UNESCO World Heritage Sites we are visiting on our journey. As of 2012, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization lists 962 sites around the world that are "of special cultural or physical significance." Explore the UNESCO link to discover remarkable places!
In Hue yesterday and today we visited the complex of monuments (the Imperial City, the Forbidden Purple City and surrounding grounds) designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 1993. This historic example of the Vietnamese feudal empire, at its height in the 19th century and ending in 1945, brought an aspect of the country's history vividly to our attention.
We are so lucky that someone, some organization, has said: "Hey, dudes. This is important. Pay attention." I feel this way about the National Parks in the United States. Important cultural and physical places are highlighted for everyone to experience. We are so lucky.
Rusty, Your photos (or whomever took those photos) on the water, with the misty light and rocky islands are beautiful. What a mysterious feel to that area. Thanks for your blogging. Keep it coming. I check it several times a time to see if you, Marianne or Mollie have added another blog entry. Dave
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