DONG HOI
We took the Reunification Express from Danang to Ninh Binh, with a brief stopover at Dong Hoi. Not really on the international tourist trail, it is a buzzing fishing town and seaside resort popular with local tourists, and as it was 'Reunification Day' long weekend, it was heaving! We visited the slightly chaotic market and ate Banh khiao (shrimp pancake) nearby. Later, grilled prawns and oysters at a very no-frills seafood place by the river. Up early for the 7.15 train to Ninh Binh!
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On the train ...
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| Dong Hoi boats |
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| Dong hoi markets |
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| Dong Hoi street |
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| Reunification day! |
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| Dong Hoi street 2 |
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| Dong Hoi street 3 |
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| Dong Hoi street 4 |
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Early morning train ...
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NINH BINH
We stayed at Tam Coc by the lake, just out of town, which for some reason I thought would be quiet rural backwater, but it is tourist central, very popular with local tourists and backpackers. The 'homestays' along the lake are nevertheless very pleasant, and it's easy to take a boat trip up the river, or hire a bicycle for the day and explore the extraordinary local landscapes. We found the BEST roast duck restaurant too!
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| Temple ceremony |
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| Bicycle ride 1 |
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| Bicycle ride 2 |
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| By the river |
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| At the pagoda |
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| At the pagoda 2 |
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| Tourist advice |
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| At the pagoda 3 |
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| Tourist boats, Tam Coc lake |
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| At the lake ... |
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| The best roast duck! |
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| At the lake 2 |
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| Boating along the river |
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| At the lake 3 |
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| At the lake 4 |
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