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| The bay covers an area of 1,500 sq. km and is dotted with thousands of islands and grottoes rising from the clear, emerald waters of Bac Bo Gulf. The United Nations Education, Science and Culture Organization (UNESCO) has recognized Ha Long Bay as heritage of the world.
A wide variety of birds and animals including bantams, antelopes, monkeys, and iguanas live on the islands. Pearls and corals are also exploited in some areas. Ha Long Bay is a wonderful destination thanks to its grand and charming beauty. Tourists who visit Ha Long Bay at any time of the year will be amazed by its alluring beauty. There are many ways to get to Ha Long Bay; by bus, train, or boat. Other famous sites such as Cat Ba Island, Do Son, and Yen Tu Mountains can be visited on the way to Ha Long Bay. |
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winding coastline is Bai Chay, located north of Cat Ba Island. The marine
reserve in the bay is flourishing and offers great potential for snorkeling.
The bay is filled with thousands of islets of all shape and sizes; most
of them get their names after their unusual shapes such as Voi Islet (elephant),
Ga Choi Islet (fighting cock), and Mai Nha Islet (roof).