When talking about Central Highlands, perhaps no one is unknown Ban Don (Don Village) with the crooning song about funny baby elephants. Currently, Don Village is a tourist destination located on Krongna Commune, Buon Don District, Dak Lak, and about 40 kilometers from Buon Ma Thuot to northwest of the provincial road towards.
Riding the elephant
Don Village has tradition of hunting and taming wild elephants, so there will be no wonder that elephants with the weigh of several tons totally obey the mahout controls. Elephants here are very friendly, they are willing to take visitors to sit on the back and go around the village. From elephants’ back, peaceful and dreamy scenes of Don Village are in sight. It is like a beautiful island of Central Highlands which was erected in the center of Sre Pork River. Riding elephants in Lak lake make visitors feel peaceful, but in Don Village, travelers will be try the adventurous feeling. It is time to grasp the handrails elephants slowly wade through Serepok River. This is the largest river in river systems in Dak Lak, composed of, so water flow is always strong. You'll feel the distance between you and the river was shortened and a bit chilly when being in the middle of the river. It takes only about an hour to ride elephant and explore Don Village, Highlands’ breath will be in your mind forever.
The Tomb of Elephant King
Coming to Don Village, tourists do not forget to visit the graves of Nob Khun Yu, who was dubbed as elephant king of Ban Don with 400vhunting elephants. Located in Don Village Tourist complex Ban Don, the tomb of Elephant King has M'nong and Laos’s architecture. This is works built by Bao Dai King to thanks for that white elephant gift which elephant king gave him and helped him construct the military. Another one is the tomb of elephant king’s successors - R'leo K'Nul, built in the motif of Cambodia cone sharp. This is like an immutable evidence of the formation and development of the Don Village in hunting and taming wild elephants.
The ancient stilt house
If visitors want to know about the story of the elephant king in Don Village, go to the ancient stilt house in A Tri village. The house has 3 spaces, 3 roofs with the shape of pointed tip which was made according to the architecture of Laotian ethnic groups and home of elephant king - Khun Yu Nob.
Until now, the house only remains two spaces after undergoing hundreds of years and is the most unique house in Vietnam. The house is completely made of fine wood species of Buon Don Jungle.
There are a lot of memorabilia about the life and hunting gear of Khun Yu Nob and successors as the copper tray and images about hunting work of Ama Kong - Khun Yu Nob’s grandchildren. Ama Kong is also a “elephant hunter" who is just behind his grandfather - Khun Ju Nob with 298 elephants
Specialties in Don village
The featured dishes in Don village is grilled chicken, baked forest meat , Com Lam, Ama Kong wine…In which, Ama Kong's wine is the most famous associated with forest elephant story. The name of this kind of wine is taken from the name of the living legend Ama Kong in Don Village, the grandson of elephant king- Khun Yu Nob. A special feature of this wine is soaked from natural ingredients as some trees in Buon Don Forest.
Don Village is an interesting destination for visitors to explore and relax after hard - working days. Let’s come here and enjoy the atmosphere of Highlands.
Saturday, February 22, 2014
Thursday, February 20, 2014
Vietnamese New Year Customs
We present some time-honored traditions for welcoming Vietnam's Lunar New Year
WRAPPING SQUARE CHUNG CAKES AND WATCHING OVER THE CAKE POTS
The practice of wrapping chung cakes dates back to era of the Hung Kings. According to legend, these cakes were invented by Prince Lieu Wrapping chung and tét rice cakes reminds people of their ancestors and helps them to pray for the proliferation of all beings (including paddy plants), affluence, success and good luck in the New Year. This custom still continues. Square Chung cakes are wrapped in the North and cylindrical tét cakes in the South. lo the past, each family made chung cakes. Today. with less time. most people buy their cakes.
INAUGURAL CALLIGRAPHY
Inaugural calligraphy is typically performed by scholars and writers to greet the New Year. It is intended to exalt learning. The first brushstrokes also symbolize the beginning of learning, working or writing career. Nowadays, inaugural calligraphy is not necessarily started after New Year's Eve, but on a good day during the first days of the New Year.
LETTER GIVING
These verses by the poet Vu Dinh Lien remind us of a fine tradition: giving letters for the New Year. The tradition of scholars exhibiting their dark ink and red papers has been revived. This custom represents our respect for studying and knowledge and our wishes For letters to welcome good luck and a prosperous year.
PLUCKING BUDS
On New Year's Eve, people pick twigs with small buds and visit pagodas to pray for fortune and happiness. In Vietnamese "lộc" means both a "fragile bud" and "fortune". In the past, on New Year's Eve, people gathered around centennial trees in temples or pagodas to pick budding twigs and display them in their home or on their altar to welcome good fortune. This custom continues.
LUCKY MONEY
Lucky money used to take the form of symbolic coins in a cent unit. These coins were given to represent proliferation, progress and flourishing. Nowadays, coins have been replaced by notes. People generally present red envelopes containing crisp new bank notes to children or elderly folk.
RELIGIOUS VISITS
After making year-end sacrifices. Vietnamese love to visit pagodas, temples and shrines to pray for good fortune, happiness, good health and affluence for themselves and their families. Fortunetelling strips are highly sought after. Visitors once consulted fortune-tellers or astrological books to select the luckiest day and direction For departing on their journey. Nowadays, most pilgrims no longer take lucky dates and directions seriously.
NEW YEAR WISHES
Vietnamese people extend wishes of good health and good Fortune to their fellows and avoid mentioning their ancestors' birth names or past mistakes. Those who suffered accidents or calamities in the old year are told: "Lost wealth is better than lost life" or "Overcome your disasters" Those who have done wrong are treated with forgiveness and tolerance. Nowadays, New Year wishes are simpler than in the past, yet still respectful and sincere.
FOLK GAMES
The following folk games are played to celebrate the New Year.
Hide and seek:
Players line up and form pair, then enter an open field in turn. Both are blindfolded. On player hides and the other seeks. The one who is hiding is supposed to make some noise to help the seeker.
Blindfolded pot striking:
This game is popular in Northern rural regions at Tết. It is usually played in the courtyard of a communal temple or on a field. Two pillars are planted 5m apart. Pots are hung from a rope between the two pillars. Blindfolded players must use a stick to try to break the pots. Those who succeed receive small gifts, as written on bit of paper inside the pots.
Cock fights:
Cock fights remain popular during the Tet holidays. Villages famous for cock fighting include Dinh Bang (Bac Ninh), Tho Ha, and Yen Phu (Yen Phong). There contests attract enthusiastic crowds.
Lim wrestling festival:
The Lim Festival draws many tourists thanks to its romantic "quan ho" songs and its traditional games. Wrestling matches are especially popular. When the festival drums roll, spectators crowd closer. The wrestlers display a strong martial spirit.
WRAPPING SQUARE CHUNG CAKES AND WATCHING OVER THE CAKE POTS
The practice of wrapping chung cakes dates back to era of the Hung Kings. According to legend, these cakes were invented by Prince Lieu Wrapping chung and tét rice cakes reminds people of their ancestors and helps them to pray for the proliferation of all beings (including paddy plants), affluence, success and good luck in the New Year. This custom still continues. Square Chung cakes are wrapped in the North and cylindrical tét cakes in the South. lo the past, each family made chung cakes. Today. with less time. most people buy their cakes.
INAUGURAL CALLIGRAPHY
Inaugural calligraphy is typically performed by scholars and writers to greet the New Year. It is intended to exalt learning. The first brushstrokes also symbolize the beginning of learning, working or writing career. Nowadays, inaugural calligraphy is not necessarily started after New Year's Eve, but on a good day during the first days of the New Year.
LETTER GIVING
"When peach blossoms mile
I see an old scholar
Exhibit his bright lines
In the crowded quarter"
These verses by the poet Vu Dinh Lien remind us of a fine tradition: giving letters for the New Year. The tradition of scholars exhibiting their dark ink and red papers has been revived. This custom represents our respect for studying and knowledge and our wishes For letters to welcome good luck and a prosperous year.
PLUCKING BUDS
On New Year's Eve, people pick twigs with small buds and visit pagodas to pray for fortune and happiness. In Vietnamese "lộc" means both a "fragile bud" and "fortune". In the past, on New Year's Eve, people gathered around centennial trees in temples or pagodas to pick budding twigs and display them in their home or on their altar to welcome good fortune. This custom continues.
LUCKY MONEY
Lucky money used to take the form of symbolic coins in a cent unit. These coins were given to represent proliferation, progress and flourishing. Nowadays, coins have been replaced by notes. People generally present red envelopes containing crisp new bank notes to children or elderly folk.
RELIGIOUS VISITS
After making year-end sacrifices. Vietnamese love to visit pagodas, temples and shrines to pray for good fortune, happiness, good health and affluence for themselves and their families. Fortunetelling strips are highly sought after. Visitors once consulted fortune-tellers or astrological books to select the luckiest day and direction For departing on their journey. Nowadays, most pilgrims no longer take lucky dates and directions seriously.
NEW YEAR WISHES
Vietnamese people extend wishes of good health and good Fortune to their fellows and avoid mentioning their ancestors' birth names or past mistakes. Those who suffered accidents or calamities in the old year are told: "Lost wealth is better than lost life" or "Overcome your disasters" Those who have done wrong are treated with forgiveness and tolerance. Nowadays, New Year wishes are simpler than in the past, yet still respectful and sincere.
FOLK GAMES
The following folk games are played to celebrate the New Year.
Hide and seek:Players line up and form pair, then enter an open field in turn. Both are blindfolded. On player hides and the other seeks. The one who is hiding is supposed to make some noise to help the seeker.
Blindfolded pot striking:
This game is popular in Northern rural regions at Tết. It is usually played in the courtyard of a communal temple or on a field. Two pillars are planted 5m apart. Pots are hung from a rope between the two pillars. Blindfolded players must use a stick to try to break the pots. Those who succeed receive small gifts, as written on bit of paper inside the pots.
Cock fights:
Cock fights remain popular during the Tet holidays. Villages famous for cock fighting include Dinh Bang (Bac Ninh), Tho Ha, and Yen Phu (Yen Phong). There contests attract enthusiastic crowds.
Lim wrestling festival:
The Lim Festival draws many tourists thanks to its romantic "quan ho" songs and its traditional games. Wrestling matches are especially popular. When the festival drums roll, spectators crowd closer. The wrestlers display a strong martial spirit.
Nguyet Anh
Wednesday, February 19, 2014
Ban Me Thuot: A Journey to Fresh Ideas
When I recently yearned for an escape from the city, I chose to visit Ban Me, an enticing land of green meadows, golden tree marigolds, the fierce Draynur waterfall, perennial inactive volcanoes that produced red basalt soil, and particularly the mystery of nature that endowed us with the choicest coffee beans. A trip to Ban Me also filled me with desire to place this capital of coffee on the tourist map.
On the very first day I set foot in the vast wilderness with my traveling companion, I was overcome with strong emotions. Having lived in urban areas, I found myself on deserted basalt roads pondering the sky above bright red maize fields, the wooden stilt houses dwarfed in the boundless green of mountains, the idle clouds roaming day and night. These natural vistas seemed more fascinating to me than the busy streets of the city.
In the afternoon when the sun still shone, we embarked on our journey to the sacred land of Madrak. The waterfall was humming and wild leaves were murmuring then suddenly grew silent. Look! Purple rose myrtles, a petrified tree and wild flowers hiding themselves under dried leaves on the precipitous cliffs-they all greeted us. What a picture of contrasting colors, of life and death and the majesty of nature.
Heavy clouds suddenly gathered to darken the sky. Under a veil of rain, we left the forest. Despite the slippery ground, we managed to make it through the downpour thanks to a local Ede boy's instructions to skew our soles and lean on sticks.
Reaching the fountain at the forest edge, we continued to pass through spiky cliffs. As the rain ended, there cliffs were still warm in contrast with the cold fountain. The roots of some white-trunked plants poked through the fountain and cliffs, showing their insatiable vitality.
After our journey to the highlands, we picked up brown printed pebbles and put them on an ostrich eggshell to make a work we called "Position and Power;' inspired by our interesting journey in search of a balance and referencing the Vietnamese idiom "throwing the egg against the rock."
Night fell and the moon peeked out behind a dark cloud. We had a late dinner at a rustic house in the for est. We were all tipsy, by the forest or the wine? Our midnight stories filled my mind with novel ideas. The silence of the forest fell hard, soothing our weary senses. The heaven and the earth seemed to converge on this night. The moon reflected itself in the lake, while the bellows of geese and the chirps of crickets would have stirred any wanderer.
Dawn broke and the sun presided over mountains. By a stone table under a red Barringtonia tree, we were both comforted with calm and warm feelings. I rose up, took a deep breath and stared at the clouds, which looked like a soaring dragon on the horizon. The day grew brighter and I felt incredible gratitude for the new day that arrived!
On the very first day I set foot in the vast wilderness with my traveling companion, I was overcome with strong emotions. Having lived in urban areas, I found myself on deserted basalt roads pondering the sky above bright red maize fields, the wooden stilt houses dwarfed in the boundless green of mountains, the idle clouds roaming day and night. These natural vistas seemed more fascinating to me than the busy streets of the city.
In the afternoon when the sun still shone, we embarked on our journey to the sacred land of Madrak. The waterfall was humming and wild leaves were murmuring then suddenly grew silent. Look! Purple rose myrtles, a petrified tree and wild flowers hiding themselves under dried leaves on the precipitous cliffs-they all greeted us. What a picture of contrasting colors, of life and death and the majesty of nature.
Heavy clouds suddenly gathered to darken the sky. Under a veil of rain, we left the forest. Despite the slippery ground, we managed to make it through the downpour thanks to a local Ede boy's instructions to skew our soles and lean on sticks.
Reaching the fountain at the forest edge, we continued to pass through spiky cliffs. As the rain ended, there cliffs were still warm in contrast with the cold fountain. The roots of some white-trunked plants poked through the fountain and cliffs, showing their insatiable vitality.
After our journey to the highlands, we picked up brown printed pebbles and put them on an ostrich eggshell to make a work we called "Position and Power;' inspired by our interesting journey in search of a balance and referencing the Vietnamese idiom "throwing the egg against the rock."
Night fell and the moon peeked out behind a dark cloud. We had a late dinner at a rustic house in the for est. We were all tipsy, by the forest or the wine? Our midnight stories filled my mind with novel ideas. The silence of the forest fell hard, soothing our weary senses. The heaven and the earth seemed to converge on this night. The moon reflected itself in the lake, while the bellows of geese and the chirps of crickets would have stirred any wanderer.
Dawn broke and the sun presided over mountains. By a stone table under a red Barringtonia tree, we were both comforted with calm and warm feelings. I rose up, took a deep breath and stared at the clouds, which looked like a soaring dragon on the horizon. The day grew brighter and I felt incredible gratitude for the new day that arrived!
Color of spring on the mountainous Northwest of Vietnam
The mountainous Northwest of Vietnam is brightened every spring by the colors of nature and the costumes of the local communities.
Vietnam's Northwest is home to majestic nature and a variety of ethnic minorities, which together from a diverse and unique culture. The region is especially vibrant in springtime, thanks to flamboyant swaths of wild mountain flowers and colorful festivals filled with traditional costumes.
Flowering bauhinia plants are the symbols of love, spring and the souls of the locals. Forests and terraces from Son La to Lai Chau are lushly sprinkled with immaculate bauhinias, with the greatest density in the valley on historical Pha Din Pass. Bauhinias in full bloom also herald thick fog in the Northwest. The fog falls hard on cliffs or lies idly on roofs, creating a fairy-tale mingling of flowers and fog, clouds and cliffs.
Apart from bauhinias, peach, plum and apricot blossoms also add colors of life to the spring landscape of the Northwest. Miao peach trees are humble, scraggy and fragile, yet hide an ·extraordinary valor to survive the winter and nurture their tiny buds, which give rise to floral splendor in the spring. Over the Tet (Lunar New Year) holidays, Miao peaches burst into bloom. From Sapa to Muong Khuong, valleys, villages and street corners are adorned with the gentle pink invasion of peach blossoms. Every peach tree flaunts its own petals like butterflies in spring breezes.
Bauhinias and peach blossoms also joyfully announce the start of the festive season, enlivened by twirling and bamboo stick dances on vast flower carpets. Girls and women from the highland communities dress in their most beautiful outfits, such as harmonious com tunics with rows of silver buttons or dark skirts with glistening xa tich chains loosely jangling by their side. The most outstanding accessory worn by Thai maidens is pieu headscarf besides keeping the neck and the chest warm in wintry breezes, charming pieu scarves are also serve as gifts or love tokens.
Muong women make an impression with body-hugging skirts, waistbands, bust-length overcoats, loosely bound robes, colorful silk scarves, green belts and white headscarves. Traditional costumes of the Mong, Dao and Ha. Nhi ethnicities are flamboyant and radiant, revealing incredible mastery of textile craftsmanship. Hmong maidens have developed a rich diversity of decorative patterns, with warm and fresh colors on thei attire. They usually put on their choicest costumes for spring markets.
Pipe dances of boys and the folded skirts of girls are the two most memorable images of the festivals of Gau Tau and Long Tong (opening furrows) that usually take place in the springtime. Tay women in their simple indigo costumes show off with sophisticated headscarves and waistbands. Between the natural beauty of spring flowers and the cultural charm of the highland ethnic communities, a trip to Vietnarn,s Northwest in the springtime is a magnificent journey.
Vietnam's Northwest is home to majestic nature and a variety of ethnic minorities, which together from a diverse and unique culture. The region is especially vibrant in springtime, thanks to flamboyant swaths of wild mountain flowers and colorful festivals filled with traditional costumes.
Flowering bauhinia plants are the symbols of love, spring and the souls of the locals. Forests and terraces from Son La to Lai Chau are lushly sprinkled with immaculate bauhinias, with the greatest density in the valley on historical Pha Din Pass. Bauhinias in full bloom also herald thick fog in the Northwest. The fog falls hard on cliffs or lies idly on roofs, creating a fairy-tale mingling of flowers and fog, clouds and cliffs.
Apart from bauhinias, peach, plum and apricot blossoms also add colors of life to the spring landscape of the Northwest. Miao peach trees are humble, scraggy and fragile, yet hide an ·extraordinary valor to survive the winter and nurture their tiny buds, which give rise to floral splendor in the spring. Over the Tet (Lunar New Year) holidays, Miao peaches burst into bloom. From Sapa to Muong Khuong, valleys, villages and street corners are adorned with the gentle pink invasion of peach blossoms. Every peach tree flaunts its own petals like butterflies in spring breezes.
Bauhinias and peach blossoms also joyfully announce the start of the festive season, enlivened by twirling and bamboo stick dances on vast flower carpets. Girls and women from the highland communities dress in their most beautiful outfits, such as harmonious com tunics with rows of silver buttons or dark skirts with glistening xa tich chains loosely jangling by their side. The most outstanding accessory worn by Thai maidens is pieu headscarf besides keeping the neck and the chest warm in wintry breezes, charming pieu scarves are also serve as gifts or love tokens.
Muong women make an impression with body-hugging skirts, waistbands, bust-length overcoats, loosely bound robes, colorful silk scarves, green belts and white headscarves. Traditional costumes of the Mong, Dao and Ha. Nhi ethnicities are flamboyant and radiant, revealing incredible mastery of textile craftsmanship. Hmong maidens have developed a rich diversity of decorative patterns, with warm and fresh colors on thei attire. They usually put on their choicest costumes for spring markets.
Pipe dances of boys and the folded skirts of girls are the two most memorable images of the festivals of Gau Tau and Long Tong (opening furrows) that usually take place in the springtime. Tay women in their simple indigo costumes show off with sophisticated headscarves and waistbands. Between the natural beauty of spring flowers and the cultural charm of the highland ethnic communities, a trip to Vietnarn,s Northwest in the springtime is a magnificent journey.
Tran Tan Vinh
Monday, February 17, 2014
Grand is the first ever hotel with pub cum restaurant Vung Tau ever had. Built before a century - was a favorite place for the soldiers who would unwind their stress in the evenings flocking together in the Grand pub during war times. The renovations and restorations over years have changed the shape. But the soul of the architecture and the heart soothing landscape still carries the heritage. To meet the modern living style, the upgradations of facilities are done with care to meet needs of every customer and the treasure of the vintage architecture is also maintained.
In the destination of the new millennium Viet Nam, 125 km from the historic city of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) located in the port city of Vung Tau on the most picturesque location facing the beach is the vintage heritage hotel The Grand. With the elegance of the French architecture, the heart soothing landscape makes the Grand a distinctive place for your stay. The enchanted ambience and the most attentive personalized service will make your stay a memorable one. May it be a business trip or a week end escape from the hectic city life , we offer you the comfort and convenience with dedicated service to become your favorable home in Vung Tau.
Grand Hotel
Address: 02 Nguyen Du Str., Ward 1 Vung Tau City, Ba Ria Vung Tau Province, Vietnam
Email: info@grandhotel.com.vn
Tel:(+84-64) 3856 888 / 3856 787 - Fax: (+84-64) 3856 088
In the destination of the new millennium Viet Nam, 125 km from the historic city of Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) located in the port city of Vung Tau on the most picturesque location facing the beach is the vintage heritage hotel The Grand. With the elegance of the French architecture, the heart soothing landscape makes the Grand a distinctive place for your stay. The enchanted ambience and the most attentive personalized service will make your stay a memorable one. May it be a business trip or a week end escape from the hectic city life , we offer you the comfort and convenience with dedicated service to become your favorable home in Vung Tau.
Grand Hotel
Address: 02 Nguyen Du Str., Ward 1 Vung Tau City, Ba Ria Vung Tau Province, Vietnam
Email: info@grandhotel.com.vn
Tel:(+84-64) 3856 888 / 3856 787 - Fax: (+84-64) 3856 088
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Pilgrimage Village (Thua Thien Hue)
Pilgrimage Village is ideally located in the quiet countryside in rustic village setting surrounding by lush tranquil gardens, yet near to famous historical landmarks. The resort embodies the subtle connection of traditional stylish and modern art concept.
The nearest airport is Hue airport – just 20 minutes away, whilst Danang international airport is 90 minutes by car.
Pilgrimage Village offers the harmony of soothing natural environment and local culture. Delicious meals, sound sleep, and the peaceful life of our quiet countryside combine to refresh your spirits and help to forget the troubles of life. It is also a place where skillful artists carve, polish and weave to create authentic works that are beautiful remembrances reflecting the traditional culture of Hue.
With 99 rooms & villas, the resort is as warm and inviting as it is fresh and full of vision. Each of categories is individualized, has private gate and garden, and 02 private balconies that leads out onto the lakes and countryside. The essence of Pilgrimage Village flows into the Vedanā spa.
Standing in the heart of this historic and picturesque region, visitors can visit Hue and Danang – two favorite tourism cities in Vietnamese central. Hue has various points of ecological & historical interest, such as the Citadel, the royal tombs of Tu Duc, Khai Dinh, and Minh Mang, Thien Mu pagoda, Dong Ba market, and Thanh Toan tile roof bridge,… other attractions near the resort include Bach Ma national park, Lang Co beach, Truc Lam zen monastery, and Thuan An beach. The hotel offers a shuttle bus service to and from Hue city centre.
Unwind with renowned Vietnamese fusion cuisine or delight in specialties of Hue in Junrei restaurant, a breakfast in the open space and fresh air beginning a new day of your journey in Valley restaurant or enjoy famous spirits in the candle bar, peanut bar or slope lounge. Pilgrimage Village will bring you an exquisite dining experience.
Vedanā spa at Pilgrimage Village blends ancient traditional healing wisdom from the east with therapies from the west. Meditation, Jacuzzi, sauna & steam bath, tai chi or yoga classes help you find balance and peace in your mind and soul. A private or group class is provided upon request.
Pilgrimage Village
130 Minh Mang road, Hue, VietNam.
t:+84 54 3 885 461, f: +84 54 3 887 057
email: info@pilgrimagevillage.com
The nearest airport is Hue airport – just 20 minutes away, whilst Danang international airport is 90 minutes by car.
Pilgrimage Village offers the harmony of soothing natural environment and local culture. Delicious meals, sound sleep, and the peaceful life of our quiet countryside combine to refresh your spirits and help to forget the troubles of life. It is also a place where skillful artists carve, polish and weave to create authentic works that are beautiful remembrances reflecting the traditional culture of Hue.
With 99 rooms & villas, the resort is as warm and inviting as it is fresh and full of vision. Each of categories is individualized, has private gate and garden, and 02 private balconies that leads out onto the lakes and countryside. The essence of Pilgrimage Village flows into the Vedanā spa.
Standing in the heart of this historic and picturesque region, visitors can visit Hue and Danang – two favorite tourism cities in Vietnamese central. Hue has various points of ecological & historical interest, such as the Citadel, the royal tombs of Tu Duc, Khai Dinh, and Minh Mang, Thien Mu pagoda, Dong Ba market, and Thanh Toan tile roof bridge,… other attractions near the resort include Bach Ma national park, Lang Co beach, Truc Lam zen monastery, and Thuan An beach. The hotel offers a shuttle bus service to and from Hue city centre.
Unwind with renowned Vietnamese fusion cuisine or delight in specialties of Hue in Junrei restaurant, a breakfast in the open space and fresh air beginning a new day of your journey in Valley restaurant or enjoy famous spirits in the candle bar, peanut bar or slope lounge. Pilgrimage Village will bring you an exquisite dining experience.
Vedanā spa at Pilgrimage Village blends ancient traditional healing wisdom from the east with therapies from the west. Meditation, Jacuzzi, sauna & steam bath, tai chi or yoga classes help you find balance and peace in your mind and soul. A private or group class is provided upon request.
Pilgrimage Village
130 Minh Mang road, Hue, VietNam.
t:+84 54 3 885 461, f: +84 54 3 887 057
email: info@pilgrimagevillage.com
Camping trip organised for Central Highlands tourism year
The province of Dak Nong organised a camping festival at its Nam Nung historical tourism site on February 14-15, in the latest activity arranged for the 2014 Central Highlands – Da Lat National Tourism Year.
The event attracted the participation of more than 300 young people, who came to meet and build connections.
The festival was also attended by more than 1,000 tourists from inside and outside the province.
It offered a chance for visitors and entrepreneurs to understand more about the culture, history and people of Dak Nong.
On the occasion, a ceremony to worship spirits was also performed to make visitors aware of the unique ritual, which is practice by the M’Nong ethnic group
The event attracted the participation of more than 300 young people, who came to meet and build connections.
The festival was also attended by more than 1,000 tourists from inside and outside the province.
It offered a chance for visitors and entrepreneurs to understand more about the culture, history and people of Dak Nong.
On the occasion, a ceremony to worship spirits was also performed to make visitors aware of the unique ritual, which is practice by the M’Nong ethnic group
Source: : VNA
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