Operating on a schedule unlike traditional fixed-calendar markets in Northern Vietnam, Pho Cao market (Tuyen Quang Province) attracts crowds of visitors thanks to its bustling, vibrant atmosphere and an array of delicious local dishes.

Lan Nong, a residential cluster in Loi village, Cai Kinh commune, lies within the core area of the Lang Son UNESCO Global Geopark. Its largely unspoiled mountain and forest landscape is dotted with traditional stilt houses.

As rice terraces turn gold, the moss-covered roofs of Xa Phin stand out against the mountains, offering a glimpse of a Vietnamese village where homes and nature have grown together.

Deep inside Vietnam’s Trang An landscape, Phu Khong is steeped in legends of seven loyal mandarins, the secret tomb of Emperor Dinh Tien Hoang and an ancient persimmon tree said to bear two distinct types of fruit.

What began as a modest attempt to earn extra income has turned into a popular attraction in An Giang, where visitors can explore a 3,000-square-meter wild grape garden for free.

Held every six days rather than on a fixed weekday, Pho Cao market in northern Vietnam draws ethnic minority communities and visitors with its lively trade, traditional food and vivid highland culture.

A mountain village in central Vietnam stopped fishing along a depleted stretch of river. Years later, fish have returned - along with tourists and new sources of income.

From Da Lat’s cloud-covered hills to the forests of Mang Den and Gia Lai, these three highland destinations offer cool weather, natural beauty and varied experiences for the National Day break.

Travelers staying near Hanoi for the September 2 holiday can discover ancient village life, ethnic traditions and refreshing mountain landscapes just 50-60km from the city center.

A few hours from Hanoi, travelers can browse an early-morning fish market, unwind on a quiet beach or take to the skies above spectacular terraced rice fields.

Around 140km from Hanoi, a leafy garden in Quang Ninh is drawing visitors with coconut-lined waterways, lotus ponds and boat rides reminiscent of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta.

Looking to escape the crowds this Sept. 2 holiday? Four little-developed beaches across central Vietnam offer clear water, quiet fishing villages and a slower rhythm by the sea.

Southern Vietnam has no shortage of options for the September 2 break, from tropical islands and fruit orchards to cruises along the Mekong.

Hang Nga Villa, better known as the “Crazy House,” in Xuan Huong - Da Lat Ward, Lam Dong Province, once made headlines around the world for its extraordinary architecture. Decades later, it remains a magnet for visitors and overnight guests.

Travelers looking to escape the crowds during Vietnam’s September 2 National Day holiday can head north for seasonal experiences ranging from picking pears and chestnuts in the mountains to cloud hunting and exploring largely untouched islands.

Whenever his 1,000-square-meter garden bursts into bloom, a 45-year-old man in Tay Ninh makes a point of letting people know, inviting visitors from near and far to enjoy the flowers and take photos - entirely free of charge.

Once virtually unknown to tourists, An Cuong is finding a place on Vietnam’s travel map thanks in part to a local man who left city life to return home.

More than just a historic route, the Pavi Stone Road is regarded as one of Lai Chau Province's most valuable cultural and landscape treasures.

Giant rocks in extraordinary shapes rise beside dry forest and a pristine blue sea, creating a surreal landscape at one of central Vietnam’s emerging destinations.