Ha Long Bay marks 30 years as UNESCO World Heritage site
30 years ago, on December 17, 1994, Ha Long Bay was officially recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage site for the first time during an event in Thailand. This milestone marked the beginning of a journey towards numerous prestigious accolades for Ha Long Bay, including recognition for its geological and geomorphological value, designation as a National Special Monument, its place among the New 7 Wonders of Nature, among others.
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Beihai - Ha Long sea tourism route opens
China’s cruise ship Blue Dream Melody on November 16 brought over 1,100 Chinese tourists to the Ha Long Sun World International Cruise Port in Quang Ninh. This marked the first cruise voyage from Beihai city (Guangxi, China) to Ha Long after a long hiatus, opening up opportunities for trade and tourism development between the two localities.
Over 13,500 runners take part in Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon
More than 13,500 runners, including over 1,300 international athletes from 55 countries, took part in the Ha Long Bay Heritage Marathon on November 17.
Ha Long Bay, Cat Ba Archipelago spotlighted on CNN
A stunning 30-second promotional video showcasing the world heritage site of Ha Long Bay - Cat Ba archipelago is now being broadcast across Asia on the CNN television network.
Connecting tourism from Ha Long Bay
Quang Ninh is blessed with a vast and stunning coastal and island region, captivating millions of visitors each year. As part of its commitment to developing tourism in Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh is forging connections between this World Natural Heritage site, Bai Tu Long Bay, and Cat Ba Island (Hai Phong) to enrich the tourism experience and expand its allure.
Experiences recommended by Lonely Planet for first-time visit to Ha Long
In addition to cruising - a typical experience for visitors to Ha Long Bay, getting the bird’s eye view of the world's natural heritage site on a cable car ride and enjoying hot spring bathing and diverse cuisine are among experiences that leading travel guide Lonely Planet recommends for travellers.
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