Ha Long Bay was recognized by UNESCO in 1994 and 2000 as a World Natural Heritage.

Ha Long Bay is a small bay on the west coast of the Gulf of Tonkin in the Northeast sea area of
Vietnam, including the island area of Ha Long city in Quang Ninh province.

Ha Long Bay is famous for:

- The presence of thousands of islands of different sizes and interesting caves cluster together
into a world that is both lively and mysterious.
- Ha Long Bay is also a place of high biodiversity with a typical ecosystem with thousands of
extremely rich and diverse species of flora and fauna.

Ha Long Bay is of great importance:

- Ha Long Bay is not only a beautiful tourist destination, but also has historical and cultural
value.
- It has a diverse marine ecosystem, with many rare flora and fauna species.
- Ha Long Bay has become a symbol and attractive destination not only for Vietnamese people
but also attracts millions of tourists from all over the world.
- It contributes to Vietnam’s tourism and economy.
 Ha Long Bay is not only a famous tourist destination, but also a cultural, natural and
scientific treasure that Vietnam and the world cherish.

-Ha Long Bay is a place associated with the history of the Vietnamese army and people during the
period of solidifying and defending the country with places such as Van Don, an ancient coastal place
in Northern Vietnam in the 12th century. The book Dai Viet Complete History tells about the
formation of Van Don trade: “Ky Ty, (Dai Dinh) was recognized by UNESCO in its 10th year and is one
of the famous tourist destinations in Vietnam.

-Ha Long Bay has environmental, biodiversity and cultural value. The importance of preserving Ha
Long Bay can be seen through the following points:

1. Environment: Ha Long Bay is a unique ecosystem with a system of limestone islands, caves
and mangrove forests. Conservation of Ha Long Bay ensures the existence of rare animal and
plant species, protects the water environment and ensures the ecological balance of the
region.
2. Culture: Ha Long Bay also has great cultural value, with historical and cultural relics of the
Vietnamese people. Traditional fishing villages, temples, pagodas and sandbanks also play an
important role in preserving and developing culture