Area: 208.7 sq. km Population: 185, 228 habitants (year 2001) Administrative division: -Wards: Ha Khanh, Ha Lam, Ha Trung, Ha Phong, Ha Tu, Hong Hai, Cao Thang, Cao Xanh, Yet Kieu, Tran Hung Dao, Bach Dang, Hon Gai, Bai Chay, Hong Ha, Ha Khau, Gieng Day, Hung Thang, Tuan Chau - Communes: Viet Hung, Dai Yen. Ethnic groups: Mainly the Viet (or Kinh)
Halong Bay
Thien Cung Cave
Halong City, formerly the Hon Gai Town, is the cultural, economic and political centre of Quang Ninh Province. It borders Cam Pha to the east, the Yen Hung District to the west, the Hoanh Bo District to the north and Halong Bay to the south with the coastline of 20km.
The city is divided into two parts: East Halong and West Halong. The eastern part is an industrial zone where most of the province’s official buildings are also concentrated. The western part, also called Bai Chay, is the animated tourism zone.
Halong's population are most having emigrated from other places to settle here. Halong Bay is famous internationally, and is recognized as a World Heritage by UNESCO for its thousands of natural islands. Also in the city, there are temples, pagodas and historical relics.In addition to the most active branch of tourism, there are other economic activities such as: trade, seaport, coal, marine products and the production of construction materials.
Bhaya cruises on Halong Bay marry the splendor of the scenery with the significance of the location in Vietnamese history, the cultural importance of the imperial legacy and the sheer beauty of an acclaimed natural wonder in charm and luxury!
In keeping with the tradition of wooden boat building, this 32 meter long, 8-meter wide masterpiece is constructed of the finest quality materials by the hands of skilled craftsman.
The Emeraude operates daily a two day, one night cruise. For lunch and dinner, passengers get to enjoy delicious freshly caught seafood and Vietnamese specialties. In the morning, an American style breakfast is served onboard the colonial vessel.
New deluxe junk of the fleet - the Indochina Sails - in service since April 2007. After the success of Ginger Cruise and the high demand of the customers, we have launched this sister boat.
Boat crew will greet you with special seafood while boat cruising around the bay to visit Dinh Huong island, Ga Choi island, Dog island, Sail island, Sung Sot cave and a swim at Titov beach.
The Lagoon Explorer Junk is designed with sophistication and the utmost attention to detail of a Traditional Sailing Boat. Whether you are dining in the restaurant, lounging on the sun deck or relaxing in the comfort of your cabin....
New deluxe junk of the fleet - the Indochina Sails - in service since April 2007. After the success of Ginger Cruise and the high demand of the customers, we have launched this sister boat.
The Lagoon Explorer Junk is designed with sophistication and the utmost attention to detail of a Traditional Sailing Boat. Whether you are dining in the restaurant, lounging on the sun deck or relaxing in the comfort of your cabin....
Built in 2007, but based on an exotic oriental junk, the Halong Phoenix Cruiser offers the best of both worlds: luxurious, traditional styling paired with sophisticated modern facilities and comforts!
Au Lac Resort is located in the Tuan Chau island, 12km from Halong bay is the ideal place for you both to visit Ha Long bay and sea bathing in a special beach...
Halong 1 Hotel, built in 1935, is the only one that bears the name of the bay and has been listed in The Tourist International Directory for a long time...
Halong Bay Hotellocated about 100m from the sea shore, surrounded by magnificent natural landscape is a three stars international hotel. Guest satisfaction is guaranteed based on reasonably priced room rates and excellent service from well trained staff...
Halong Plaza Hotel is located in the heart of Halong city, on Halong road, near the Baichay Ferry Station, with convenient access to Baichay Beach & Wharf and Hongai Administration Center...
The Heritage Halong Hotel features 100 guest rooms, including 2 suites. This post-modern style hotel is designed to reflect Vietnams rich historical heritage and yet offers all the modern conveniences and facilities...
Picturesquely located on the coastal high way leading to Halong bay. Just a few minutes walk from the center of town, Saigon Halong Hotel composes of a 15 story building surrounded by number of attractive villas scattered on the hill side...
