Vietnam - ( official name SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM). The country is located along
Vietnam - (official name SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM).
The country is located along the eastern coast of the Indochinese Peninsula in Southeast Asia. The maximum length of the country from northwest to southeast is about 1,650 km, and the maximum width from east to west is about 550 km in the north and about 340 km in the south. Vietnam borders China in the north; the Gulf of Tonkin and the South China Sea are located in the east and south; the Gulf of Thailand is in the southwest; Laos and Cambodia (Kampuchea) are located in the west. The capital of the country is Hanoi. The area of ​​the country is about 331,041 square kilometers. Population - 74,545,000 (as of 1995).
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In the north of the country, the densely populated Red River Delta is the main breadbasket where the country's main crop, rice, is cultivated. The Red River and its tributaries are regularly subjected to severe widespread flooding, while serving as irrigation for fields and transportation routes for goods. The fertile Mekong Delta is almost four times the size of the Red River Delta and is one of the world's major rice producing areas. Annual floods in the Mekong Delta, in contrast to the floods in the Red Delta, occur regularly and increase the fertility of the land, each year bringing new land ill. In addition, the country has plantations of sugar cane, bananas, and coconuts in the Mekong Delta. A narrow coastal plain, about 1,000 km long, connects these two major river deltas.
Vietnam has a tropical monsoonal climate with hot winters in the south and cold winters in the north. The annual average temperature in the north (Hanoi) is -23° and in the south (Ho Chi Minh City). - 27°. Average annual precipitation (mainly from May to October) is 1,500 - 2,000 mm. Typhoons occur in the north and southwest.
Almost one-third of the country's total area is under tropical evergreen and subtropical deciduous forests of oak, beech, chestnut, pine, and teak. Bamboo is widely distributed both in forests and along rivers. Mangrove forests are common in the tidal coastal plains, and grassy savannahs cover the highlands and plateaus in the southwest. Large areas have been devastated by barbaric farming practices (clearing and burning), as well as by bombing and herbicides used by the US military during the Vietnam War, although the devastated areas have subsequently been reclaimed (reclamation). About one fifth of the country's total area is used for agriculture.
Northern Vietnam is rich in mineral resources, especially anthracite and coal. Other minerals are found in the north, including iron ore, lead, zinc, bauxite, copper, chrome ores, and tungsten. tin. Small oil reserves are found on the south coast.
Currency: The national currency of Vietnam is the dong. Currently, 1 dollar is equivalent to approximately 16,000 VND. Dollars are common in hotels, but you will need local currency for shopping and paying for taxis. In big cities in hotels, restaurants and large shops you can pay with credit cards. Visa credit card is preferred.
Electricity: the voltage in the network throughout the country is 220 volts. Sometimes in hotels (especially in the southern part of the country) electrical sockets different from European ones. In this case, you will be provided with the necessary adapters.
Security: Vietnam is one of the safest countries in Asia. However, you should pay attention to the safety of personal belongings. When staying in hotels, keep valuables, documents and credit cards in safes.
At the airport: Safely keep the entry/exit form completed when entering Vietnam. You will need it when leaving the country. Airport tax - the amount of airport tax for flights on international flights is 14 US dollars. The fee is not charged for children under 2 years of age. Airport tax for flights on domestic flights is included in the ticket price
The judiciary includes the Supreme People's Court in Hanoi and lower people's courts in the provinces and major cities. The National Assembly may, in special cases, for example, when the interests of national security are affected, by its decision create a special judicial body. The Supreme People's Court exercises control over the work of subordinate institutions. Representatives of national minorities have the right to use their native language in court. At the state and provincial levels and in the army, there are people's inspectorates, each of which is led by responsible prosecutors, who carry out the tasks of monitoring the implementation of the law in state institutions, private organizations, military personnel and civilians. The judge considers cases at trials jointly with a council of people's assessors, consisting of five to nine people. There are more than 10,000 such councils in the country.
Armed Forces: Everything related to the Vietnam People's Army and other security forces is strictly classified. In November 1998, the National Council voted for the "transparency" of information in the field of public administration, after which the government developed a detailed program to familiarize the public with the financing of the services and departments it manages (it does not apply to the army, internal security agencies and party organizations). The number of military personnel in the country is estimated at approximately 0.5 million people, and security personnel - 2 million people.
Geography
Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia and stretches for 1600 km along the east coast of the Indochinese Peninsula.
More than 80% of the territory of Vietnam is occupied by low and medium-altitude mountains. Forests cover less than 30% of the country. In the north, parallel to each other, blocky-folded ridges of southeast strike - Hoanglyenshon (with the highest point of Vietnam, Mount Fansipan - 3143 m), Shusung Tyaotyay, Shamshao, are stretched, separated by narrow, deep longitudinal valleys. The Annam Mountains (Chyong Son) stretch along the western border. In the central and southern part of the country there are basement and basalt plateaus - Pleiku, Daklak, Lamvien, Zilin, Central Plateau. The largest and most full-flowing rivers of Southeast Asia, the Hongha and Mekong, end their course in Vietnam, flowing into the South China Sea. In the lower reaches and delta of Hong Hi in northern Vietnam, there is an alluvial-deltaic plain of Bac Bo. Here is the highest population density of the country (1100 people / km²-) and the capital of Vietnam Hanoi is located. The vast alluvial-delta plain of Nambo is located in the extreme southwest of the country in the Mekong Delta. It also has a high population density (450 people/km²-) and the country's largest city, Ho Chi Minh City, is located. Many small rivers flowing from the central plateau and the Annam Mountains at the confluence with the South China Sea formed a narrow strip of accumulative coastal plains.
Vietnam is located in the subequatorial monsoon climate, but due to the country's large length from north to south, the climatic conditions on its territory are somewhat different. Winter in the south is hot (26°C), in the north it is cool (15°C), the air temperature sometimes drops to 1°C due to the penetration of cold air from China. Frosts occur in the mountains at an altitude of more than 1500 m. The rainfall pattern also varies across Vietnam. Winters are dry in the south and wet in the north, and in summer monsoon rains water the entire territory of the country. In late summer and early autumn, the coast of Vietnam is visited by the destructive forces of typhoons. On the windward slopes of the mountains, 2500-3000 mm of precipitation falls annually, on the leeward slopes - 700-900 mm.
Climate
There are three regions in the country - the northern one with dry and mild winters and humid hot summers, the central one with high temperatures and humidity throughout the year, and the southern one, the climate of which is similar to the climate of the northern regions, but with higher temperatures.
In northern Vietnam, the dry season lasts from November to April, with the least amount of precipitation falling in December-January (about 10 mm). The maximum amount of precipitation occurs in July-August and varies depending on the location from 270 to 450 mm per month, and in the period from July to September, 80% of the annual precipitation falls, which is 1400-1700 mm. In mountainous areas, the amount of precipitation per year reaches 3000 mm. The coldest month is January with an average temperature of +18C during the day and +9C at night. In the mountains at altitudes of more than 1500 m in winter at night there are frosts, and snow is not ruled out. In the summer months, during the day, the thermometer rises to +30-32 degrees, at night it drops to +23. In the second half of summer and autumn, typhoons are not uncommon in the northern regions.
In central Vietnam in winter, daytime temperatures range from +21 to +24 degrees, nighttime temperatures from +15 to +18. The coldest month is January. During the summer, the air temperature remains almost unchanged - +34C during the day and +25C at night. By the nature of moisture in this region, a special area of ​​coastal lowlands stands out. They are protected from the southwest monsoon by the Truong Son mountains, so the maximum precipitation in Vietnam is not officially called the summer months, as in other areas, but the autumn. The wettest months are September and October, when 400-500 mm of precipitation falls. The rainy season lasts until January. The least amount of precipitation occurs in February-March (about 40 mm).
In the south, the rainiest months are also July and August, but more precipitation falls - from 400 to 700 mm. Rains most often occur during the day in the form of short showers. In January, the coldest month, the characteristic night and day temperatures are +21 and +30 degrees, respectively. The warmest month is April with an average night temperature of +23oC and a daytime temperature of +33oC.
Administrative-territorial structure
Vietnam is divided into 58 provinces (Vietnamese Tỉ-nh, tinh). Along with this, there are 5 cities of central subordination, which have the same status as the provinces.
Population
Vietnam is a multinational country. more than fifty-four ethnic groups inhabit the territories of Vietnam from the Northern Highlands to the southern tip of Ca Mau. The ethnic majority of Vietnam - Kinhi - tiny, dark-haired, with brown or black eyes, the indigenous people of the country make up a total of eighty percent of the total population of Vietnam. By the way, the total population of Vietnam reaches eighty-two million inhabitants. Some other ethnic groups include the H'Mong, Muong, Zao and Thai peoples living in the Northern Highlands of Vietnam. The peoples living in the Southern Highlands of Vietnam include the tribes of Bahnar, Ede, M'Nong, Giaray, Stieng. Each group has its own traditions and language, but the most popular and widely spoken language in Vietnam is Vietnamese.
Religion
The population of Vietnam - Buddhists 9.3%, Catholics 6.7%, Hoa Hao 1.5%, Cao Dai 1.1%, Protestants 0.5%, atheists and followers of local animistic cults 80.8%
The main religion of the Vietnamese is a system of folk beliefs, which is based on the rituals of "tho kung to thien" (the cult of ancestors), strictly performed by the majority of the inhabitants of the country. This cult does not have a formalized dogma, hierarchy of clergy and social organization (communities, parishes, etc.) and, therefore, does not have the status of a religious denomination. During the 1999 census, all persons who found it difficult to indicate their religious affiliation were recorded as atheists. It should also be noted that Buddhist temples often serve as places of worship of ancestors, which caused another popular misconception, according to which more than 80% of Vietnamese are Buddhists.
Economy
Vietnam exports crude oil, seafood, rice, coffee, rubber, tea, clothing and footwear ($57 billion in 2009). The main buyers are the USA 21.4%, Japan 14.4%, China 7.3%, Australia 4.4%, Germany 4.3%.
Vietnam imports industrial products, oil products, fertilizers, grain, cotton, cement, motorcycles ($65.1 billion in 2009). The main suppliers are China 20.9%, Singapore 9.6%, Japan 9%, Taiwan 8.2%, South Korea 7.7%, Thailand 6.4%, USA 4.3%.
In the past, the USSR and Vietnam cooperated closely in various fields: agriculture, oil production, construction and science, not to mention the military-technical industry. Now many projects are closed, but the Vietsovpetro joint venture in the city of Vung Tau and the Tropical Research Center of the Russian Academy of Sciences in Hanoi (with branches in Ho Chi Minh and Nha Trang) are still operating.
For a long time, the economic growth of Vietnam was hampered by the American embargo and the excessive guardianship of the Soviet state - foreign capital was not welcome in the country. In December 1988, the Vietnamese government passed a law on foreign investment, which guaranteed companies from other states that their property and profits would not be nationalized. Vietnam, the official name of Vietnam, was drawn first by companies from the countries of the Asia-Pacific region, primarily South Korea and Australia, and then by many others. And in 1997, the Vietnamese parliament allowed all provinces and districts to independently conduct foreign trade operations. On January 11, 2007, Vietnam became the 150th member of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Holidays
Public Holidays: Tet - Bank Holiday Week in January or February - Hung Kings Memorial Day (floating holiday - usually in April) - April 30 - South Vietnam Liberation Day - May 1 - Workers' Day - May 19 - Ho's Birthday Shi Ming - September 2 - Independence Day (from France since 1945). The Vietnamese celebrate their New Year - Tet - Po lunar calendar, respectively, the holiday does not have a fixed date.
Transport
Large and small air-conditioned buses run from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to all other cities in Vietnam. Air and railway communication has been established between all major settlements. You can rent a car, but only with a driver. the local traffic police do not recognize any driver's license other than Vietnamese. To rent a motorcycle, nothing is required other than a deposit. In cities, it is best to use a taxi. The fare in the same way is $ 1-1.5 per landing and then every kilometer 6-10 cents (depending on the class of the car). The slowest, but the most exotic means of transport are cycle rickshaws, which are best suited for exploring the old quarters.
Interesting Facts
There is a legend that the Vietnamese (Viets) are descended from a dragon and a fairy bird.
In the city of Vung Tau in southern Vietnam, a parish of the Russian Orthodox Church has been operating since 2002.
In Vietnam, near the city of Da Nang, there is the longest cable car in the world.
The shape of Vietnam resembles the Latin letter "S".

Until recently, many people associated Vietnam with total poverty and did not arouse much interest among tourists. But today everything has changed - the country is considered one of the most popular resorts peace. And all because there are warm tropics, an unforgettable Asian flavor and affordable price policy tour packages. What will a vacation in Vietnam be remembered for, when and where it is better to go, how to get there, what entertainment the country can offer a demanding tourist - we will talk about all this later in the article.

Socialist Republic of Vietnam

During its existence, Vietnam, whose history begins from the first millennium BC, has experienced many attempts on its territorial integrity and charter. He had to go through the times of the French colony, the Japanese occupation and a large number of wars. And the blind inheritance of the Soviet form of economic management led the country to a serious crisis in the economy. It took years to restore relations with developed countries on the world map, as well as in order to partially liberalize the economic system and rise from the ashes.

The name "Vietnam" comes from the ancient people of the Viet, who lived on the territory of the modern republic, and from the word "us", which means "southern" in their language.

The territory of the modern state is spread over several climatic zones. That is why it is very important to find out before the trip where and at what time of the year it is better to relax in Vietnam.

Where is on the map

The republic is located on the Indochina Peninsula, which is located in Southeast Asia. On the western side, its neighbors are Cambodia and Laos; on the north, the country borders on China. people's republic, and from the south and east it is washed by the South China Sea.

The area of ​​the state, the heart of which is the city of Hanoi, reaches about 332 thousand km2. More than 93 million people live in cities and villages in Vietnam. They use the official Vietnamese language and the national currency, which is the Vietnamese dong.

How to get from Moscow

The direct distance between Moscow and Vietnam is 6735 km. And tourists prefer to overcome it exclusively by planes. In this case, the flight lasts about 9-10 hours.

Today, Vietnam is the leading exporter of black pepper and cashew nuts. The republic also occupies the second position in the export of coffee outside the country. It is characteristic that coffee plants are not indigenous to these areas and were introduced into the crop production of the state by the French colonists.

The easiest way to get from the capital of Russia to Vietnam is through the main air gate republics. They are airports in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Due to the strong competition between airlines, tourists in this direction are provided with a large selection of flights at relatively low prices.

If you prefer resorts in the south of Vietnam, it is best to fly straight to Nha Trang, Da Nang or Phu Quoc Island. But in this case, be prepared that the cost of the ticket will be much more expensive. To save money, many travelers choose flights to the Vietnamese capital, and then get to their destination by bus.

To purchase the cheapest tickets, it is better to use search engines, where comparable prices are provided. different airlines and many booking systems (Skyscanner and Aviasales). Practitioners say that in 90% of cases it is possible to save from 300 to 1000 rubles. But remember that on the eve of the holidays, as well as on weekends, the cost of the flight is much higher than on weekdays.

Consider yourself lucky if you manage to find tickets for the Moscow-Ho Chi Minh flight at a price of 27 thousand rubles. This is rare, but it is still possible to catch luck by the tail.

More than 40% of Vietnamese have the popular surname Nguyễn in the country, another 11% - Trần. So you already know half of the population of the republic.

Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh and other destinations

Vietnam through the spectrum of tourism seems to be very diverse. It only at first glance seems that, apart from rice fields and noodles traditional for the national cuisine, there is nothing interesting there. In fact, in the state there is a place and an activity for athletes, seafood lovers, connoisseurs of historical sites, those who prefer exciting adventures and quiet family holidays, couples with children and fans of exciting water world. But let's talk about all this in order.

For many travelers, Vietnam begins with the capital. Tourists are amazed by the beauty of the local lakes that surround the city, historical monuments of the metropolis and buildings that have been preserved since the imperial era.

Near the heart of Vietnam, there are many places that every traveler simply must visit. We are talking about one of the famous wonders of the world - dragon bay. It is located just 160 km from Hanoi and impresses with its purity, pretty islands that protrude thickly from the emerald water.

Also worth seeing is Halong Bay. This is an intensively developing resort with hotels, entertainment centers and various boutiques. Great place for shopping, entertainment and beach holidays.

The Vietnamese language is characterized by six different keys. Their use radically changes the semantic meaning of words. Therefore, do not even try to master it yourself.

Among travelers who know everything about Vietnam, this large resort city of Ho Chi Minh City is called the center of entertainment and the water world. Its attractions are the botanical garden, an amusement park, the Give Nam attractions, a zoo, a cinema, and the Dam Sen water park. This is one of the best variations. family vacation with kids.

Fans of active vacations and athletes are best to choose the city of Mui Ne on the map of Vietnam. By the way, here you don’t have to rack your brains trying to understand the language of the native Vietnamese. The fact is that the resort has a lot of Russian-language signs and appropriate attendants. And in some restaurants you can even offer borscht and donuts traditional for our cuisine.

In Vietnam, it is not customary to completely drink any drink from a cup. At its bottom must be up to 10% of the drink.

Kiters and surfers should visit the local bay. Here, for beginners, there are special schools for fast learning, especially since the prices for the services offered are relatively low. No less interesting in this exotic paradise will be a family with children. For them, beautiful hotels, wide sandy beaches and plantings of luxurious palms and pines stretch along the entire coast.

Those who prefer to enjoy masterpieces on vacation sea ​​food recommended by Nha Trang. The city is located in the most beautiful bay, therefore it constantly attracts tourists with its beautiful landscapes and mild climate. This resort will be remembered for exotic colorful dishes, warm sea, amazing souvenirs, parks, attractions, diving, nightlife and visiting temple complex. The place is suitable for children and adults. Your child will be delighted with the Vinpearl Land water adventure park on the island of Hon Tre, the Chi-Nguyen aquarium (Neptune's Palace), and the aquarium for a long time to come.

Going on such a long journey, do not forget to stock up on time with the necessary set of medicines and repellents. In Vietnam, tourists often suffer from the bites of dangerous insects, the fumes of poisonous plants, jellyfish burns and scorching sun, as well as from food poisoning, allergies and dirty local water.

Fans of a relaxing holiday should go to Phu Quoc Island. There you will not find noisy streets of megacities, bright entertainment centers, endless shops, restaurants and cafes. Only the sea, palm trees, sun-drenched beaches, fabulous sunrises and sunsets. And also pearl farms and huge plantations of black pepper. Tour operators often recommend such a vacation to families with children and elderly travelers, as well as people who are tired of the daily bustle of the city. But this pleasure is much more expensive than the above resorts.

Similar impressions await you from a visit to Vung Tau. In this place, you can also be alone with nature and improve your health. The resort is worth visiting the statue of Jesus Christ. And if you climb up its spiral staircase, you can appreciate the panorama of the entire Vietnamese town.

For those who dream of a developing journey and are eager to immerse themselves in the centuries-old history of Asian peoples, the resort town of Hoi An is very suitable. There you will be impressed by the Marble Mountains, the Haivan Pass, museums of architecture and sculptures, the Cham complex Michon. Ancient traditions can be studied even just by walking along the local streets. They often meet antique shops and ancient temples.

Da Nang Resort is the perfect place to get acquainted with local traditions. But its only "cons" are the high pricing policy in relation to tourists and some remoteness. resort area from the center. These inconveniences are connected with the industrial and economic direction of the city.

In crowded places in Vietnamese resort cities, and especially in the capital, tourists should be on the alert. Very often, local entrepreneurs, spoiled by the constant flow of wealthy travelers, deceive and shortchange their customers. Also very often there are cases when the price of a product is significantly overstated. Therefore, before buying anything in Vietnam, study the market and never leave your belongings unattended.

Weather in Vietnam: when is the best time to travel?

If you choose where it is better to go on vacation in Vietnam, do not be too lazy to find out in which equatorial zone the resort you like is located. This is due to the large length of the republic from north to south. In addition, the monsoons have a significant influence on the climatic conditions of the area.

In water

All year round, tourists have the opportunity to enjoy the clear waters of the warm South China Sea, located in the tropical climate zone. Its emerald waves are striking in their transparency - the seabed is perfectly visible even through a 10-meter water column. Plus, she's always warm. The sea temperature never drops below 23 °C. And in August it warms up to the 30-degree mark.

On the land

In the northern regions of the state, sunny weather does not last long. IN summer season the air warms up to 28–30 °C. And in winter, in the flat areas, the temperature drops to a stable 20 ° C. But in mountainous areas, the thermometer can fix only 5 ° C. These resorts are suitable for recreation only in summer, since it rains here from the beginning of September until the very end of May. Continuous showers will accompany you throughout February and March.

In Vietnam, there are no familiar shuttle buses and cars. The local population travels on motorcycles. In this country, every family has at least 2 bikes. And every day more than 10 million of such vehicles appear on the roads of the republic. In addition, it is not customary to let pedestrians pass at the crossings. Therefore, crossing busy highways constantly turns into an exciting and risky adventure.

It is best to go to the central zones of Vietnam in the spring and summer, because the rest of the year there are heavy rains. The climate of these areas is characterized by heat and high humidity. Average temperatures fluctuate between 35–40 °С in summer and 15–20 °С in winter.

The southern resorts of Vietnam are distinguished by year-round heat. The temperature here almost never drops below 25 °C. It also rains here, but they often fall only at night and do not last as long as in the north of the country. In addition, in the south, the air is never dry due to the constant evaporation of moisture.

Often, tour operators from Vietnamese resorts recommend to tourists:

• in the period from April to August - Hoi an;
• in the period from January to March, as well as in December and November - the island of Phu Quoc;
• in the period from February to September - Nha Trang;
• throughout the winter - Phan Thiet.

Vietnamese natives firmly believe in the mysterious power of snake wine, which is the country's national drink. It is prepared by preserving venomous reptiles in rice wine and grain alcohol. Moreover, local healers believe that the more dangerous the snake, the more useful the drink will be from it.

Popular beaches of the country

Today, almost the entire southern coast of the republic is popular with tourists. But only elite beaches deserve special love from travelers:

1. Condao. It is located on the island of the same name and is characterized by white sand, crystal clear sea, dense thickets of coke palms, mangrove forests. It is here that you can easily find a unique plant or meet an exotic animal face to face.
2. Mui Ne Beach. Represents a wide beach strip that stretches between the cities of Mui Ne and Phan Thiet. Local residents are accustomed to the constant influx of Russian tourists, so they adjust menus, signs and movie screenings in cinemas to suit them.
3. Lang Co. The beach is located in the resort of Hue, where travelers are indulged in a variety of entertainment centers and restaurants with national cuisine.
4. Ha Long. When the fantastic landscapes of this beach are opened for the first time, the pictures filled with modern special effects and computer graphics are fleetingly recalled. From a charming fairy tale, tourists are returned to reality by a dirty sea ​​water and a rather unpleasant nearby town.
5. Phu Quoc. It is located 15 km from Cambodia and is the subject of quarrels between these 2 states. All coasts of the island are covered with sandy beaches with slightly pinkish fine sand and turquoise clear water. It is here that you can take a beautiful selfie on a palm tree that has approached the very sea. Providing shade, these trees are very appropriate in hot tropical climates. Is it true, good roads not found on the island. But there is an airport.
6. Nha Trang. This is a pearl among all the beaches of Vietnam. It is characterized by a snow-white sand cover, stretching along the coast for 7 km. Since the area is located in a bay, which is almost completely hidden from high seas islands, the water here is never colder than + 24 ° C. Also here you can easily get acquainted with octopuses, shrimps, squids and other marine inhabitants that are found right off the coast.
7. Danang. The beach occupies about 20 km of the resort town, but is distinguished by a small selection of hotels on the coast. Therefore, housing during a holiday in these areas must be taken care of in advance.
8. Non Nuoc. Known for the sacred Marble Caves.
9. Vung Tau. Beaches in this resort can be found for every taste. For example, wild and little-known places are suitable for hermits, while demanding spoiled travelers will be offered all the amenities on large modern beaches, which in many respects are similar to European ones. Mulberry (difficult to access), Front and Back beaches are popular.

There is a man in the country who has not slept for over 40 years. This is 75-year-old Thai Ngoc. In the prime of life, he experienced a severe fever and then lost his desire to sleep. As a result of the test that fell to him, the Vietnamese is experiencing discomfort. He confessed to one of the local newspapers that he "feels like a plant without water."

Attractions and excursions

Discovering something new in Vietnam is endless. Moreover, the country is in an endless revival after the wars experienced. The local population is especially anxious about ancient historical monuments. Although, let's not hide, we can see some of them today only thanks to the intervention of UNESCO, which insisted on the reconstruction of the destroyed buildings. So, if you follow the map of attractions of famous resorts in Vietnam from north to south, you can find many places where you really should go.

In the capital of the republic, you can visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Hanoi Citadel, the Cathedral of St. Joseph, the Museum of Military History and the Thang Long Water Puppet Theater. Also here is the largest zoo in the country "Thu Le". Its peculiarity is not only in acquaintance with exotic wild animals, but also in the opportunity to ride a boat, take a walk with children and get a dose of adrenaline from local attractions. Also near Hanoi is the Bai Thu Long archipelago, famous for its 3,000 miniature islands.

The city of Hue is home to many aerial pagodas and ancient palaces from the time of the Nguyen Dynasty. Particularly noteworthy are the ruins of the citadel of Kinh Thanh. It is here that you can see with your own eyes the complex of the Nine Holy Weapons, the forbidden purple city of Dai Non and the royal theater. You can also look at the imperial tombs, each of which is a small town.

Despite the 20 ° C outside, the Vietnamese consider this weather to be cold and, as a rule, wrap themselves in warm jackets and hats. And they also decided to wear two-toed socks, which allow you to wear the famous flip flops even in winter.

In the museum city of Hoi An, which is located just south of the resort of Hue, you will be interested in everything. It is through this locality ran at that time the Great Silk Road. You will be amazed by the beauty of the temples, which in this city are like mushrooms after the rain. Among them are the legendary buildings of Fioklam, Kaodai, Kuan Kong.

In Nha Trang, it is worth taking a look at the Cham towers, of which only 4 have survived to this day. Also of interest is the Buddha statue, the Long Son pagoda and the marine fauna museum, which contains up to 8 thousand exhibits. Children should be shown the Chingyuen Aquarium, which is a lake divided into 3 parts, each of which is inhabited by decorative, edible and predatory fish.

For lovers of extreme sports, the Dalat mountain resort is very suitable, which is located 60 km from the port of Cam Ranh. For great experiences, you should look into the "madhouse" of the Hang Nga Hotel, as well as visit the Thung Lung Tinh Yeow Valley, Madame Dang Gallery and the Vion Hoa Da Lat Flower Gardens.

In Dalat, which is famous as "Vietnamese Paris", there is even a copy of the Eiffel Tower.

The cheapest diving and other outdoor activities

For obsessed divers, this corner of the planet is considered sacred. And all because it was in Nha Trang Bay that corals began to form for the first time on the planet. Today there are about 400 species of them, which is a record number. Few people know that there is a real coral reserve near Moon Island.

The most interesting places for diving are:

• the area around Madonna Rock and its underwater tunnels;
• coral garden reef, where hard corals grow;
• the area near Mushroom Reef, where flying fish and reef sharks are quite common, as well as colorful clown fish, moray eels, squid, giant turtles, seahorses and barracudas.

You don't have to go too deep here. Sea beauty can be seen already 5 m from the surface of the sea.

For beginners, diving clubs will offer paid training, after which a special certificate is issued. Experienced tourists who are fond of the underwater world advise, when choosing centers, to give preference exclusively to foreign establishments, and not to Vietnamese ones.

For some reason, all Vietnamese bathe in clothes. They do not swim, but go into the water to a sufficient depth and splash in warm waves. Inexplicably, they also snorkel dressed.

Among other types active rest in this exotic country, you may be offered to dive without scuba gear. This type of entertainment is called freediving. Depending on the level, its cost is in the range of $150–250. The most suitable area for such dives is Whale Island, located 80 km from Nha Trang. It is famous for its turtle farm, so it will be of interest to both beginners and experienced divers.

During the day, everyday Vietnam resembles a large anthill, in which every resident is immersed in his worries with his head. And at night he does not stop, but on the contrary, with renewed vigor, he is reborn into something new and mysterious. Night Vietnamese cities are famous for grandiose parties and sexual adventures. Seeing off the sun at sunset, people begin to celebrate. And it doesn't need a reason to do so. Such a tradition arose here during the Vietnam-American War, when, after hard days, the soldiers of the army of the United States of America took their souls away with noisy parties. Young Vietnamese were also often invited to them. The idea was so liked by the indigenous people that it was firmly rooted in their lives.

Don't lose your head from Vietnam at night. Be vigilant even under a degree of strong drinks. Do not make dubious acquaintances and do not invite to hotel room strangers. Indeed, often, when the morning comes and the veil of holiday euphoria leaves the eyes, travelers do not find a mysterious "night butterfly" near them, nor money, nor documents.

If you want to taste all the delights of the Vietnamese night emancipation, then feel free to go to the capital of the Republic of Hanoi and the northern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh, called Saigon in local circles. It is in these two centers that the nightlife of the country is concentrated. Even despite the prohibitions of local authorities, bars, restaurants, gay clubs and other similar establishments, imitating their closure at midnight, continue to let customers in from the back door until the morning. Of course, not all nightclubs act this way, which should be taken into account when making plans for the night. Be prepared that you can not only be invited to a dance, but also be offered delicate services.

The famous Saigon club "Apocalypse Now" is considered a leader in the Vietnamese sex industry. It has existed for several decades and does not lose the status of the main sex attractions of the republic. There are so many pretty priestesses of love in this institution that it will be oh so difficult to choose. You can recognize the institution even from a distance by bright signs and barkers that hang around the doors with a simple slogan “lady, boom”. Along with brothels, street prostitution is also flourishing in the country. Often on the streets of Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi you can meet pimps riding motorcycles with a frightening menacing look.

Guests of the capital and resort Nha Trang will also be provided with erotic massage. In such salons, local bars are full of people any day and at any time of the year. Most of them are foreign tourists. But the Vietnamese themselves also do not refuse fun.

Other Vietnamese cities, especially resorts, also live their own nightlife, but, as a rule, it lasts only until midnight.

In search of hot entertainment in Vietnam, do not forget about contraception. At first glance, this seems like a silly reminder for schoolchildren. But practice shows that in the heat of passion and drunk alcohol, tourists forget about elementary condoms, as a result of which they return from vacation with a bunch of venereal diseases.

There are many places where you can relax from the heart in Vietnam at night. For example, several metropolitan clubs:

• "Funky Monkey" (address: 31 Hang Thung) - known for a variety of cocktails, pool games, exotic dances and musical preferences in the style of house, trance or techno;
• R & R Tavern (address: 10 Tho Nhuom St) - famous for excellent beer, rock music and unforgettable landscapes that open directly from the terrace;
• "Solace" (address: Chuong Duong Do) - is a youth institution that prefers non-stop music, fiery dances and lighting effects;
• "The Spotted Cow" (address: 23C Hai Ba Trung) - lovers of football, billiards, darts and beauties pave the way here.

Accommodation features

Vietnam is unique country not only with respect to tropical exotic fauna and flora. Also here are not quite usual conditions for us to move along the streets, live and have a very specific cuisine. Let's consider everything in order.

During a night of fun in Saigon, watch your wallet, purse or bag. After all, bikers rush around the metropolis, who do not miss the opportunity of easy material extraction. It is best to leave all valuables in the hotel safe.

Transport

In this country, there are all types of modern transport - from a scooter to an airplane and international taxis. But the locals seem to have taken a liking to motorcycles for a long time. They move in a chaotic manner through the streets of large cities and small villages.

In any case, there will never be any problems with transport in Vietnam. Of course, inconvenience on the road and frequent transfers are quite likely, but you can get to the right place.

The republic's air transport is mostly represented by the major carrier Vietnam Airlines and small companies Vietnam Airlines, VASCO, AirMekong, and VietJet. They fly exclusively to major cities and resorts of the country. In some popular places among tourists, you can find special taxis that will take you to the airport.

The railway sector of Vietnam is characterized by weak development. It is difficult to even call it a network, since trains run from north to south, with stops in Saigon, Hanoi, Sapa, Haiphong and Halong. Transport of this type is of two categories:

• SE - make stops only in megacities and therefore are considered high-speed and very comfortable;
• TN - regular trains.

The fastest train in Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi takes 29 hours.

For convenient and high-speed movement around the state, travelers choose buses. The category that is intended for international transportation is equipped with sleeping places, and you need to enter such transport barefoot with shoes wrapped in a bag. There is also an Open Bus transport system.

If you decide to see the local islands, then you can’t do without a public boat. For example, along the Mekong Delta, it is convenient to quickly get from Ho Chi Minh City to Kanto water transport, which departs from Saigon's Ton Duc Thang Avenue pier at 8:00 and arrives at its destination in 5 hours. The cost of such a trip is $1.

For tourists in Vietnam, there is also a taxi. But experienced travelers do not use it very willingly, since almost always all attempts to use this service end in disputes. Taxi drivers want to charge as much as possible from foreigners, and for this they twist meters and invent many ways to get their own.

Vietnamese socialist republic ranks second in rice consumption. Each average citizen of the country eats about 169 kg of this product per year.

But do not expect to see taxi cars familiar to us on the streets of this state. Mostly motorcycle taxi services are offered. This method of transportation is considered the cheapest and riskiest. An hour trip will cost $2, and a 12-hour trip will cost $10. If you have to travel outside the city, the cost of the trip will increase to $15.

Nutrition

Vietnamese cuisine has absorbed the traditions of Indian, Chinese, French, American and at the same time has not lost its uniqueness, retaining a zest of originality. But at the same time, it is not suitable for all tourists. After all, not everyone can eat dog, snake, turtle or rat meat, and seafood often causes an allergic reaction in European tourists.

Very rarely, the Vietnamese eat beef, and you will almost never find duck and goat dishes here. But frequent guests on the table are chicken and shrimp.

A characteristic feature of the cuisine of this people is a rich variety of sauces, fresh herbs, fruits and vegetables. Local chefs will always decorate any dish with coriander, basil, mint leaves and serve some kind of dipping sauce to it.

Most of the dishes are based on rice, which is simply adored here. Its green sprouts even decorate tables in cafes and restaurants instead of flowers. And don't expect to find a lot of different dishes on the menu for every taste. It won't be there. You will be offered only traditional rice and noodles with different sauces.

Before tasting the masterpieces of Vietnamese chefs, make sure that there are no products in the composition of the dish that can trigger your allergies.

Housing

In Vietnam, you can independently rent housing for every taste. True, you need to deal with this issue in advance (a few months before departure). Depending on your financial capacity, you may consider:

1. Gests and guest houses, which are a small room with a minimal set of furniture, a bathroom and Wi-Fi. This option is intended for undemanding travelers. If the accommodation is rented by the day, the payment includes the cost of electricity. If you plan to live there for a month or more, then you will have to pay for the light by the meter. As a rule, this amount ranges from $10 to $70.
2. Rooms in small hotels. Here you will get the same conditions as in the guesthouses, only with the best service and maintenance.
3. Homestays. These are family-type houses with or without owners. They are offered in the north of the country. As a rule, cleaning and change of linen are included in the price.
4. Apartments and studios. This option is for wealthy tourists who plan to stay in Vietnam for at least a month. The range includes large houses with several bedrooms, balconies, large windows and modern appliances. You can also be offered reception services, which will solve all your domestic issues, and security.
5. At home. They provide a large yard and parking space, so they are preferred for family travelers with children and a car.
6. Villas. This is a premium property. It is located in a closed area, which is guarded.

Against the backdrop of this luxury that is offered to tourists, the Vietnamese themselves live in very narrow, like school pencil cases, houses without windows and with a minimum of furniture.

Shopping in Vietnam

For zealous shopping fans, Vietnam is a real paradise. After all, the country is gradually beginning to win the status of the second after China "things workshop of the world." Here you can buy absolutely everything: from watches, clothes, shoes to furniture and pearls. Moreover, Western tourists are satisfied with both the price and the quality of goods.

If you are in Vietnam, be sure to pay attention to local silks, jewelry, gems, tea, coffee, ceramics, wooden souvenirs and poisonous snake balms.

Feel free to bargain - in local shops this is exactly what they expect from you. Therefore, the prices of goods are very inflated. The country appreciates bargaining, which is built on mutual respect for the interests of the buyer and seller.

For example, in Ho Chi Minh City, for a successful bargain, you should go to the Ben Thanh market or to the Diamond shopping and entertainment complex. Also, the Tax Trade Center department store is perfect for these purposes.

Fortunately for shopaholics, there are plenty of places in this country where you can spend all your money and be satisfied with your purchases.

We hope that our advice will be useful to you and will help you plan an unforgettable vacation in Vietnam, which will be reminded of for a long time by purchased souvenirs and bright life-affirming photos.

Socialist Republic of Vietnam.

Viet-nam means "country of the southern winds".

Capital of Vietnam. Hanoi.

Vietnam Square. 332,000 km2.

Population of Vietnam. 79939 thousand people

Location of Vietnam. Vietnam is a state in the Southeast, in the east of the Indochinese Peninsula. In the north it borders with, in the west - with and. In the southwest, east and south it is washed by the waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

Administrative divisions of Vietnam. It is divided into 52 provinces and 3 cities of central subordination.

Form of government in Vietnam. Republic.

Head of State of Vietnam. President elected for a term of 5 years.

Supreme Legislature of Vietnam. Unicameral National Assembly, whose term of office is 5 years.

Supreme executive body of Vietnam. Government.

Major cities in Vietnam. Haiphong, Ho Chi Minh.

State language of Vietnam. Vietnamese.

Religion in Vietnam. 55% of the population profess, 12% - Taoism, 10% - Catholicism, 23% - Islam, Protestantism, paganism.

Ethnic composition of Vietnam. 88% - Vietnamese, 12% - Chinese, Muong, Thai, Meo, Khmer, Man, Cham.

Currency of Vietnam. Dong = 100 su = 100 hao.

Flora of Vietnam. About 40% of the territory is covered with tropical. Above 600-700 m in the north and 1000-1200 m in the south, pine and broad-leaved trees (oak, beech, chestnut) grow in mixed tropical forests. Bamboo is common along the rivers. Significant areas, especially in, are covered; mangroves are found in the south.

Fauna of Vietnam. The animal world is represented by elephants, deer, bears, tigers, leopards. Among the small ones, the hare, squirrel, and monkey are especially widespread. A variety of birds and reptiles are observed. Of the latter, crocodiles, lizards and snakes live here.

General information

Vietnam is an extraordinary country. Thanks to his geographic location, namely the length of the country along the sea from north to south, as well as its rich history, Vietnam, like no other country in Southeast Asia, is an ideal place to travel.
Hanoi - Halong - Hue - Hoi An - Nha Trang - Dalat - Phan Thiet - Saigon - each has its own flavor and character.
Hanoi is the capital of the country, as well as the northern and cultural capital, a traditional and austere city, but at the same time graceful and calm, a city of shady alleys and millions of motorcyclists.
Halong is one of the most beautiful bays in the world.
Sapa is a land of flourishing valleys and mountain ranges, inhabited by numerous rare mountain peoples, flocking in their colorful national dress to the weekly Sunday market
Hue is the imperial capital of the country, the arena of many historical events, which has seen not a single emperor and preserved in memory of many of them - tombs - complexes of peace and tranquility and magnificent examples of French-Vietnamese cuisine.
Hoi An is a museum city open sky, protected by UNESCO and not lost its appearance after 200 years.
Nha Trang - from white sandy beaches, a rich underwater world and an innumerable number of restaurants with excellent seafood.
Dalat - city - garden, city - park, Vietnamese Alps, where artists and poets create, where the country's elite rests, where vineyards grow for Vietnamese wine "Dalat", where strawberries are harvested three times a year, and flowers bloom 12 months a year .
Phan Thiet is a year-round resort with white beaches, cozy green hotels located along the coastline, and cute restaurants.
Saigon is the capital of the southern part of the country, a stronghold and "hotbed" of capitalism, bearing the imprint of the colonial past and French culture. A city of contrasts - neon lights, nightclubs, vices and freedom.

Impressions of any country are complemented by acquaintance with its cuisine. And the cuisine of Vietnam, which has absorbed the best of the cuisines of the peoples of neighboring countries and supplemented this mixture with sauces and recipes from French - the most exquisite cuisine in the world, is one of the most delicious in Southeast Asia.

In addition, there is no good or bad season for those who want to relax in Vietnam, because if one part of the country is too humid or too damp, then there will always be a place where it is sunny and warm at the same time.

Explore, conquer, conquer and love Vietnam with us!!!

Vietnam is a country with ancient history and culture, has a huge number of valuable historical monuments, diverse landscape and more than three thousand km of coastline of the rich South China Sea. Vietnam strikes, first of all, with its natural beauty. A strip of wonderful beaches stretches along the coast, and mountains covered with dense forests rise in the center of the country.

It is home to Ha Long Bay, Vietnamese for "Descending Dragon", with over two thousand islands rising from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin. According to legend, this bay was created by a huge Red Dragon that descended from heaven. According to local residents, he still lives in the local waters. To see this, you can go on a junk in search of a monster or visit the numerous caves and grottoes on the islands, and when the search tires you out, sunbathe and swim in the crystal clear waters of the bay and enjoy a lunch of squid, crabs, lobsters and shrimp cooked according to special Vietnamese recipes...

Tourists can see unique architectural complexes, whose age is often dated back to not a single millennium, which has absorbed all the charm and flavor of Hoi An East, the picturesque Ha Long Bay and its two thousand islands ... Each of these places in Hoi An deserves not just a detailed description, but a visit and a thorough study of all the sights and beauties, for which the land of the Viet is so rich.

The best beaches South China Sea, also located on the territory of Vietnam, has long attracted Europeans who know a lot about great vacation. The classic combination of bright sun, warm sand and the blue expanse of the sea makes these places ideal for getting away from all everyday problems and immersing yourself in the world of a coastal fairy tale. Diving enthusiasts will be able to enjoy their favorite activity to the full - the rich underwater world of the warm sea, combined with the relatively low prices for equipment and related services, make the waters of the South China Sea very tempting to dive.

Many hotels on the coast have their own massage rooms and SPA-complexes, in the arsenal of which there is a unique healing clay that can rejuvenate the body and improve health, undermined by the stresses of modern civilization. Proponents of non-traditional forms of treatment will discover the art of Vietnamese healers, which has been perfected for thousands of years - with proper use, these tinctures made from snakes, marine life, bird nests and rare herbs can work wonders. Aesthetes will discover mountain resorts, for example, Dalat, built by the French colonialists, as a sanatorium city for the local nobility: mountain air, coniferous forests and cool mountain waters can get rid of the blues and heal any ailments.

And of course, a separate line should take out information about the service. To say that he is of European class is to tell only half the truth about him: the highest technical equipment hotels and the competent organization of the work of the staff are complemented by a truly oriental respect for the guest - here you will not see strained smiles and a formal attitude - you can be sure that you are welcome here!

Weather and Climate

When choosing tours to Vietnam, we advise you to pay attention to the climate: the climate is tropical monsoon, formed under the influence of summer humid (south and southwest) and dry winter (northeast) monsoons. The winter monsoon comes from the northeast between October and May, bringing rain to the north of Nha Trang but dry and sunny weather to the south. In autumn, the weather is unstable - typhoons hit the coast. Average temperatures are little changeable and fluctuate from +26 C in December to +29 C in April.
South Vietnam - subequatorial climate (Saigon, Vung Tau, Phan Thiet).
wet season: May - November. At this time, usually in the afternoon there are heavy, very short showers.
Dry season: December - April.
In Saigon, the average annual temperature is +27C. Air humidity - 80%. In April, the average daily t is + 30C. In January - +21C. The absolute minimum temperature recorded in Saigon is +14C.
The rainy season in South Vietnam is different than our tourists usually imagine. It rains 10-15 minutes a day, and if there are cloudy days, it gives a pleasant respite and brings a little cooler weather. In general, the weather during the rainy season is very pleasant, and we can say that in our Russian summer it rains much more often than in the south of Vietnam. There are two main seasons: wet - from May to November and dry - from December to April. The average temperature is +27C, the average humidity is 80%. It rains about 2000 ml. in year.
Central Vietnam(Da Nang, Nha Trang, Da Lat) is divided into two parts: coastal plains and mountains. In the coastal zone near Da Nang, typhoons are possible from October to November. Fog and drizzling rain are frequent in the central mountainous regions.
Wet season: September-January.
From December to February, the ocean is quite rough, so diving is difficult at this time.
Air temperature: +25 - 27C
in winter: during the day: + 17-20С, at night: + 10-12С.
in summer: during the day: + 32-35С, at night: + 25-27С.
In the north, two main seasons - winter from November to March - are quite cool and rainy; and summers from April to October are hot and dry.

Holidays and weekends

On the full moon or new moon, special prayers are held in Vietnamese and Chinese pagodas. Most Buddhists eat only vegetarian food these days. Some of the major religious celebrations are celebrated according to the lunar calendar.
- Tet (late January - early February) - the new lunar year - the most important holiday of the year, which lasts a whole week (and the ceremonies begin a week earlier);
- Day of wandering souls (Trung Nguyen) - celebrated on the fifteenth day of the seventh moon (August), the second most important holiday of the year, when wandering souls forgotten dead gifts and food are presented;
- Tit Doan Ngo (Midsummer Solstice) is celebrated in June. During it, the same burning of human figures is carried out in order to satisfy the need for the souls of the army of death;
- The Feast of the Dead (Thanh Minh) is celebrated in April in honor of deceased ancestors.
When planning the dates of your tour to Vietnam, try to combine them with holidays, and then you will have the opportunity to get acquainted with vivid fragments of the unique Viet culture.
Weekend:
January 1 - New Year
End of January - beginning of February - Tet (Vietnamese lunar New Year)
February 3 - Founding Day of the Communist Party
March 8 - International Women's Day
April 30 - Saigon Liberation Day
May 1-2 - International Labor Day
May 19 - Ho Chi Minh City's birthday
May 28 - Enlightenment of the Buddha
September 2 - Vietnam Day
September 3 - the day of the death of Ho Chi Minh

Vietnamese cuisine is famous for its unusual and refined taste. It does not look like either Chinese or Korean or Japanese, although it borrowed a lot from them. Mint leaves, coriander, lemongrass (lemongrass), shrimp, nuoc mam fish sauce, ginger, black pepper, garlic and basil give Vietnamese dishes a unique flavor. Not scorching, but delicate and savory spices, minimal use of fats, emphasis on fresh ingredients, a variety of rice, vegetable and seafood dishes make Vietnamese cuisine not only tasty, but also healthy, and also very popular with both the most sophisticated gourmets and for healthy eaters.
Traditional favorites of Vietnamese cuisine among locals are fish, chicken and pork dishes, along with cooked vegetables and rice or noodles. In addition, young bamboo shoots are eaten in Vietnam - a very healthy and tasty product, although it does not have a pleasant smell. Even the Vietnamese themselves consider "repulsive smell with excellent taste" as a characteristic feature of their cuisine.
The French influence in Vietnamese cuisine is felt in the abundance of fresh baguettes, pâtés and cheeses, which can be bought everywhere from street vendors. The country also inherited the French love for coffee. Vietnamese coffee usually has a very strong chocolate aroma and mocha flavor and is served in a small glass or cup topped with condensed milk.
The national cuisine is quite different in different regions of Vietnam: in the North, Central and South. Each of them has its own unique Vietnamese recipes and cooking traditions. The north is best known for its famous noodle soup, grilled meats and seafood. In the Centre, especially in the area of ​​the ancient capital of Hue, perhaps the most complex dishes of Vietnamese cuisine are prepared. This is due to the imperial past of the city, when chefs sought to create special and exotic dishes of Vietnamese cuisine for the emperor and his court. In the South, there is a great abundance of spices, and accordingly, all dishes are much more spicy. In addition, in the presence of a long kilometer coastline, a great variety of delicious seafood: crabs, shrimps, lobsters, squids, and, of course, hundreds of varieties of fish.
In Vietnam, tourists will be able to enjoy national cuisine both in gourmet deluxe restaurants and in democratic street cafes - food is quite cheap and different everywhere. high quality

The Vietnamese currency is dong. Banknotes are in circulation in denominations of 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 20000, 50000, and 100000. The most popular foreign currency is the US dollar, it is accepted everywhere. 1 dollar equals approximately 15,000 dong. Major credit cards are also accepted, such as Visa, Master card. It should be noted that Vietnam is a very convenient country in terms of currency exchange. The thing is, you don't have to do it at all. In any place - in a cafe, on the street, in national parks - they will accept dollars from you and give you change in dongs. The course is the same - about 15,000 dong. The only exception is, perhaps, only state museums, where the entrance fee is usually 10,000 dong, but they can take 1 dollar without change.

Visa and customs control

From January 1, 2009, for citizens of the Russian Federation for up to 15 days, entry into the country is visa-free. For a trip lasting more than 15 days, as well as for citizens of the CIS to obtain a visa to Vietnam, you must have permission from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Vietnam - visa support - which is issued by Vietnamese travel companies. When obtaining a visa on arrival, CIS citizens pay a consular fee of $25 per person.
Design entry visa you can get it in Moscow (the processing time is 7 working days) or you can get it at the airport upon entry.
Documents required for obtaining a visa to Vietnam:
1. Passport (the period before the expiration of the passport is at least 3 months)
2. 1 photo 4x6
3. Questionnaire
4. visa support