Vietnam is a popular and inexpensive resortdirection. It is considered the safest country for tourists. Thanks to its interesting geographical location, it is possible to find a place suitable for recreation throughout the year.
Nha Trang is the main resort town of the country, beachcapital. The length of the coastal cover is about 6 kilometers, plus the "wild" beaches on the islands nearby allow you to rest in seclusion, enjoying nature and warm sand.
From Moscow there are direct flights to the airportCam Ranh, where it is easy to take a taxi to Nha Trang or take a bus. Tickets for it are sold at the airport, and a stop can be found near the exit. There are routes with a transfer, one or more. They are cheaper, but take more time.
You can also reach Nha Trang from Ho Chi Minh City orHanoi. The most economical option is by bus. They are quite comfortable and allow even to sleep on the unfolded seat. The trip from Ho Chi Minh City will take approximately 8 hours, from Hanoi - 15. The cost is from 11 to 16 dollars.
You can go and plane, between Ho Chi Minh City and Cam Ranhu, low-costers cruise, prices are quite acceptable (about $ 30 per person). This is the most convenient option, which takes the least time.
Another way is to go by train.Such a trip does not suit everyone, Vietnamese cars are very different from the usual Russian, even reserved seats. The journey will take 12-19 hours, and you will have to pay 15-40 dollars, depending on the composition and city of departure. Lovers of exotic adventures like.
Reviews about the weather for the most part are not the best.Tourists write that almost all the time is overcast, there are rarely sunny days, there is a chance to get under the rain, and in the sea big waves are not uncommon. And therefore, vacation in Nha Trang in December will not suit everyone. It is worth thinking about this before planning a trip. If you just want to lie on the beach and swim in the sea, it is better to choose another month for the trip.
But Nha Trang is not just a beach holiday. It is also a large modern mud cure clinic, a lot of water attractions, interesting museums, temples and hundreds of cafes and restaurants.
So, you went to Nha Trang in December, and the weathernot happy with the sun. On such days it is worth to go sightseeing or go shopping and markets in search of souvenirs. In the city there is a special tourist quarter, where there are shops with fixed prices. In other parts of the city, street trade flourishes. Behind crocodile leather products, tourists go to the factory store on Chang Phu Street, the rest is purchased in the markets.
Tired of shopping? Then it's time to get acquainted with the cultural heritage of Nha Trang.
National Oceanographic Museum represents a huge number of exhibits, both live, and in the form of skeletons or mummies. Many of the animals (crocodiles, fish, turtles) live only in the waters of Vietnam.
Long Son Pagoda Is a temple complex built a little less150 years ago. During this time it became an important landmark of the city. 152 steps, large stone dragons, two Buddha statues, one of which is 24 meters in height, and rich painted halls - that's what awaits tourists.
Towers Po Nagar They are located on Mount Ku Lao, from which thepanoramic view of Nha Trang. It is considered a place of spiritual power among the Vietnamese. The towers were built in the 7th-8th centuries, until now only 4 of them have been preserved. Since this temple is active, the entrance to shorts and T-shirts is prohibited, but special clothes are given on site to visit.
Hot mineral springs Thap Ba. Mud treatment is beneficial for bones and joints,strengthens the immune system and improves metabolism. In the clinics strictly regulated procedures that do not suit everyone. Before visiting, it is worth consulting with a doctor.
Vinperl amusement park. To get to the island on which the park is locatedentertainment, you can take a cable car, the length of which is 3300 meters. It is considered to be the longest cable car in the world, passing over the sea (at an altitude of 70 kilometers).
Vinperl includes various attractions,aquarium, dolphinarium and water park. By the way, if you are going to Nha Trang in December, then it is worth taking into account the useful information from the tourists' reviews: people in the amusement park will be much smaller than, for example, in January or February.
Monkey Island - this is a large park, overgrown with jungles, in which a lot of monkeys live. In this place there is also a circus, where other animals also perform.
The island of orchids - Another beautiful island near Nha Trang, where you can ride ostriches, look at peacocks and parrots and, of course, enjoy hundreds of orchids.
The biggest market cities, Central, is also considered a tourist attraction.They go here not so much for shopping, but for the sake of filling out with impressions of local color. Reviews of tourists warn that prices in this market are somewhat overstated.
Part of the population of Vietnam is Catholics, so 25December in the country celebrate Christmas. If you are going to Vietnam (Nha Trang) in December, be prepared to see the little Santa Claus on the streets of the city, as the tradition of local residents is to dress children in these costumes for a holiday.
Also, vacation in Nha Trang in December suggestsNew Year celebration. Officially this holiday in the country is celebrated in February, but especially for tourists the streets of the city are decorated by December 31, and numerous cafes, restaurants and hotels offer different options, as to celebrate this night.
Having been in an exotic country, I'd like to bringhome is something to remember. And do not forget about gifts to friends and relatives. Banal magnets and trinkets are uninteresting. And among the local knickknacks can be attributed:
So, the sights are inspected, the gifts are bought, it's time to have a bite.
First of all, it is, of course, seafood. Lobsters, shrimps, crabs and a variety of fish are served in any institution on the island.
A lot of exotic fruits - one morea distinctive feature of the country. This is the famous mangosteen, and no less legendary durian, mango (there is even a seed without a stone), passion fruit, lychee, dragon-fruit, beloved oranges and tangerines, as well as little-known sour cream apple, starepple, rambutan and many others.
However, only Nha Trang is famous for its special dish - soup of swallow nests. They say that they taste like noodles.
Reviews of tourists on this issue are still ambiguous. Some people say about the holiday is very unflattering, but someone was delighted.
Among the advantages are low prices for hotels, food and souvenirs in December, when there are still few tourists, and Vietnamese are ready to make discounts.
Probable overcast weather in Vietnam in December,- in Nyachang including, - can be both a plus (for those who do not favor heat), and a minus (for fans of a beach and sunburn). Large waves on the sea are also perceived in different ways, although some will be only in joy.
The best time for rest is January-August, although in fact the resort is warm all year round. The exception is from October to November. In these months, the probability of storms and showers is high.
The weather in Nha Trang in December is suitable for those who do not like heat and stuffiness. Air temperature +25- + 26 degrees, water +26-+27.The rainy season has already passed by this time, but the sun does not fry very much, and sometimes it hides behind clouds, so you can not be afraid to burn (but a headdress and sunscreen are still needed). Despite the likelihood of cloudy days and waves, it is winter that is considered a tourist season, so going to Nha Trang in December is a good idea. Moreover, for a beach holiday tourists can go to the nearest island, where the sea is much calmer.
If the holiday coincided with the end of the calendar year, but you want to go to Nha Trang, and even so that the sun shone brighter, and the weather was hotter, then definitely it is closer to the end of the month.
