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ENGLISH 3

TOPIC: HA LONG-A FAMOUS TOURIST ATTRACTION

IN VIET NAM

Class: 2316ENTH1611
Group: 03
Lecturer: Lương Thị Minh Phương

HA NOI – 2023
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 CỘNG HÒA XÃ HỘI CHỦ NGHĨA VIỆT NAM

Độc lập - Tự do - Hạnh phúc

BIÊN BẢN HỌP NHÓM

(Lần1)

Học phần: Tiếng Anh 3

Giảng viên: Lương Thị Minh Phương

Lớp HP: 2316ENTH1611

Nhóm: 3

I. Thời gian và địa điểm

1. Địa điểm: Nhóm chat Zalo

2. Thời gian: 20h ngày 08 tháng 04 năm 2023

II. Số thành viên tham gia: 7/7

III. Nội dung thảo luận:

1. Tìm hiểu, nghiên cứu và tìm ra phương hướng giải quyết đề tài thảo luận, lập
đề cương cho đề tài.

2. Nhóm trưởng phân chia công việc.

IV. Đánh giá chung kết quả cuộc họp:

Các thành viên nhiệt tình trong quá trình thảo luận và nhận nhiệm vụ mà nhóm trưởng
giao.

Ngày 08 tháng 04 năm 2023

Nhóm trưởng

Đặng Thu Hiền

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 CỘNG HÒA XÃ HỘI CHỦ NGHĨA VIỆT NAM

Độc lập - Tự do - Hạnh phúc

BIÊN BẢN HỌP NHÓM

(Lần 2)

Học phần: Tiếng Anh 3

Giảng viên: Lương Thị Minh Phương

Lớp HP: 2316ENTH1611

Nhóm: 3

I. Thời gian và địa điểm

1. Địa điểm: Nhóm chat Zalo

2. Thời gian: 9h00 ngày 10 tháng 04 năm 2023

II. Số thành viên tham gia: 7/7

III. Nội dung thảo luận

Họp nhóm để tổng hợp phần nội dung, các thành viên đưa ra nhận xét, thống nhất ý
kiến và chỉnh sửa.

IV. Đánh giá chung kết quả cuộc họp:

Các thành viên hoạt động sôi nổi, tích cực góp ý để hoàn thiện bài.

Ngày 10 tháng 04 năm 2023

Nhóm trưởng

Đặng Thu Hiền

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 CỘNG HÒA XÃ HỘI CHỦ NGHĨA VIỆT NAM

Độc lập - Tự do - Hạnh phúc

BIÊN BẢN PHÂN CÔNG NHIỆM VỤ CÁ NHÂN

Học phần: Tiếng Anh 3

Giảng viên: Lương Thị Minh Phương

Lớp HP: 2316ENTH1611

Nhóm: 3

STT Họ và tên Công việc Đánh giá

15 Đặng Thu Hiền Word, nội dung II.3 9.5
(Nhóm trưởng)
16 Lê Thị Hoa Nội dung II.3 8.75

17 Vũ Quốc Hùng Nội dung II.3 8.5

18 Nguyễn Thị Thu Hương Nội dung II.2, Kahoot 9

19 Nguyễn Bạch Khánh Nội dung II.4 8.5

20 Nguyễn Thị Linh Nội dung I, III 8.75

21 Trịnh Thị Hương Ly Slide, nội dung II.1 9.5

Ngày 20 tháng 04 năm 2023

Nhóm trưởng

Đặng Thu Hiền

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 MỤC LỤC
I. INTRODUCTION..........................................................................................................5
II. CONTENTS................................................................................................................6
1. History.........................................................................................................................6
2. Characteristic..............................................................................................................7
3. Top tourist attractions of Ha Long............................................................................9
4. Speciality.................................................................................................................... 11
III. CONCLUSION.........................................................................................................12

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I. INTRODUCTION
Vietnam has many different tourist destinations, each with its own beauty. Because in
summer, the weather in Vietnam is quite hot, so most people always choose the places where
they can cool off and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Therefore, Ha Long is the perfect
choice for travelers. And that’s why our group chose Ha Long to introduce to everyone.
Ha Long is famous for attracting tourists for a long time. It is among top-notch
destinations in Vietnam for domestic and foreign tourists with a fantastic blend of pristine
natural beauty and effervescent city vibe.
Ha Long possesses enchanting scenery and an amazing bay with thousands of islands in
the sea. It has many beautiful beaches and natural beauty spots. Besides, there are historical
and architectural relics enabling the development of tours on land, sea and islands. The best
way to experience all these is to visit some of the best attractions that Ha Long has to offer.
Let’s explore the history, characteristic, speciality and famous places in Ha Long to prepare
for the trip to this incredibly beautiful destination!

II. CONTENTS
1. History
Hạ Long is a historical land with age-old culture. It is the capital and first-class
provincial city of Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam. The city is named after Ha Long Bay,
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which is located in the south of the city and a famous natural heritage of Vietnam. It was
founded in 1993, when the old capital, Hồng Gai, was merged with Bãi Cháy, the main
tourist area.
The city mainly lies on Ha Long Bay. Humankind has been present on here for a long
time. Over the years, archaeologists, researchers concluded that over the course of history,
there were three cultures known as Soi Nhụ, Hạ Long and Cái Bèo culture. It shows that the
bay and its surrounding areas were one of the cradles of mankind. The heartland of today's
Ha Long City is formerly just a fishing village, called the Oyster Coast. By the beginning of
the Nguyễn dynasty, it was renamed to Mau Le. The current city was then part of Hoành Bồ
District.
At present, Ha Long city has 21 wards and 12 communes. In addition to Ha Long Bay –
the world natural wonder and heritage, Ha Long also has other important historical relics and
interesting entertainment centers.
2. Characteristic

 Location and area:

Ha Long is a city located in the center of Quang Ninh Province. After being merged with
Hoanh Bo district, Ha Long's geographical position has changed. It borders Cam Pha city to
the east, Uong Bi city and Quang Yen town to the west, Bac Giang province and Ba Che
district to the north, Cat Hai district, Hai Phong city and Ha Long Bay to the south. Ha Long
has 3 main types of terrain: islands, mountains, valleys and coastal areas. Hills and
mountains have an average low elevation of 150 to 250 meters.
Ha Long city has an area of 1,119.36 km², the population in 2018 is 300,267 people,
population density reaches 268 people/km². The natural area of the city includes the land
area and hundreds of limestone islands in the bays of Ha Long, Bai Tu Long and Lan Ha.
Thus, currently, Ha Long is a provincial city with the largest area in the country, larger than
the three smallest provinces: Bac Ninh, Ha Nam, Hung Yen and approximate to the central
city of Da Nang. According to the 2019 census, the city's population is 322,710 people.

 Natural conditions:
Ha Long city has a diverse and complex topography, this is also one of the oldest formed
areas in Vietnam’s territory, the terrain here includes hills, valleys, coastal areas and sea.
The island is divided into three distinct regions: The mountainous area surrounding the north
and northeast, the coastal area south of National Highway 18A and the island area.
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 Specifically, the mountainous area covers the north and northeast with an average height
of 150 meters to 250 meters, running from Yen Lap to Ha Tu, the highest peak is 504
meters. This mountain range lowers towards the sea with an average slope of 15-20%,
interspersed with narrow valleys. The second region is the coastal area south of National
Highway 18A, the average elevation is from 0.5 to 5 meters. The last one is the island area
including the entire bay area, with plenty of islands, mainly rocky islands. The geological
structure of Ha Long city is solely gravel, gravel, sandstone, clay, etc. that is stable and has
high load-bearing strength, from 2.5 to 4.5 kg/cm², which is convenient for the construction
of buildings. construction. Minerals are mainly coal and construction materials.

 Climate:
Ha Long city belongs to the coastal climate zone with 2 distinct seasons: winter and
summer. The average annual temperature is 23.7 °C. Winter usually starts from November
to April in the next year, the average temperature is 16.7 °C, the coldest one is 5 °C.
Summer begins in May and lasts in October, the average temperature in summer is 28.6 °C,
the hottest one can be up to 38 °C. The weather in Ha Long is quite similar to Hanoi capital,
including two periods of interference between the rainy season and the dry season, helping
to form two more typical seasons of the North, spring and autumn.
The average annual rainfall of Ha Long is 1832 mm, unevenly distributed in 2 seasons.
In summer, it rains from May to October, accounting for 80-85% of the total annual rainfall.
Rainfall is highest in July and August, about 350mm. Winter is the dry season with little
rain, from November to April in the next year, it only reaches about 15-20% of the total
annual rainfall. Rainfall is the least in December and January, only about 4 to 40 mm, the
average annual humidity is 84%. At the same time, the climate in Ha Long has two distinct
types of monsoons: Northeast wind in winter and Southwest wind in summer.

 Travel events:
Although it is a famous tourist destination, the living environment in Ha Long is
relatively peaceful. Fresh air, rarely traffic jams in the inner city, security and order are
always guaranteed. The pace of life in the center of Ha Long is crowded and bustling but not
too busy. Ha Long is still extremely vibrant with cultural and entertainment activities held
continuously throughout the year such as festivals:
- Halong Carnival: Taking place in late April and early May every year, Halong
Carnival is a great street festival with the appearance of dance groups, music and

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 colorful costumes. This is a good opportunity to explore the local culture and enjoy the
special performances.
- Cua Ong Temple Festival: Cua Ong Temple Festival takes place on the two main
days of the 3-4/2 lunar calendar, but usually lasts until the end of the third lunar month.
The festival is organized flexibly, with activities such as sacrifice, procession of Tran
Quoc Tang's speech, incense offering ceremony and many artistic or sports activities.
- Halong Bay Light Festival: Held at the end of the year, Halong Bay Light Festival
gives visitors an impressive and memorable experience. Light is used to decorate
buildings, roads and boats on the bay, which creates a fairyland in the dark.
The festival is an indispensable spiritual dish in the cultural life of each land, and Ha
Long is no exception. The festivals here not only have a long history, bold culture and
tradition, but also are held on a large scale, attracting a large number of Vietnamese and
international tourists every year. Ha Long will always be an attractive destination with
countless new things for people to explore.
3. Top tourist attractions of Ha Long

 Ha Long Bay:
Being one of the most prominent tourist destinations of Vietnam, Halong Bay fascinates
visitors because of not only its heavenly natural beauty, but also its value in geology, history
and archeology.
Halong Bay covers nearly 1900 islets of different size, some very large such as Thien
Cung Cave or Surprise Cave, others as small as a few meters wide. The bay owns thousands
of pristine, mysterious, and beautiful islands and caves, and rich ecosystems. The famous
islands and beautiful caves in Ha Long Bay that you can refer to include Ga Choi island,
Ngoc Vung island, Con Coc island, Trinh Nu cave, Sung Sot cave, …
Nature lovers and adventure-seekers are drawn to Halong Bay to appreciate its
captivating landscape and diverse wildlife – both flora and fauna. But aside from the natural
world, there’s a range of activities and experiences that travelers can do while touring the
bay – from workshops and master classes on board the ship to water sports and cave
exploration.
With beautiful experiences and nature, Ha Long Bay was voted as one of the New 7
Wonders of the World in 2011 and one of the most worth-visiting tourist destinations in
Vietnam. The system of rocky islands with particular shapes and shades helps Ha Long Bay

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twice in a row to be ranked by UNESCO as one of the new natural wonders of the world. In
1994, Ha Long Bay was internationally recognized as a world natural heritage site for the
first time. In addition, in 2000, UNESCO once again named Ha Long Bay as a world
heritage site because of its outstanding geological value
Overall, Ha Long Bay offers an unforgettable experience that showcases the natural
beauty of Vietnam and is definitely worth a visit!

 Cat Ba Island:
Cat Ba Island is Halong Bay's largest island and the best stop if you want to do
something else besides exploring the deep turquoise waters. The island is home to some nice
hotels; Cat Ba National Park, which covers one third of the island; and a number of tourist
attractions connected to the Vietnam War–more notably the Hospital Cave, an underground,
bomb-proof hospital and safe house.
There are some excellent hiking trails on the island, including an 18-km route that leads
to a mountain peak. Most hikers stop by the kiosks in Viet Hai, a minority village where
snacks and lunch are served. Having a guide is not imperative but is recommended so you
can make sense of the verdant canopy of trees. Most tourists actually prefer to explore the
park on organized tours. You’ll get to explore its natural beauty highlighted by caves,
limestone forests, cascading waterfalls, and small streams flowing to the sea.
Cat Ba is also the starting point for adventurers wishing to get up close and personal
with Halong Bay. This is the best place to get a kayak, join a tour to explore the caves on the
island, take off on a hike through the national park (trails are clearly marked so you won't
get lost), or do some rock climbing. Organized tours are available if you want to try
something not included in your cruise package, but many visitors just pay a local for a ride
on their boat.
Cat Ba doesn't have many roads, so walking and biking are not only the easiest and
greenest ways to get around but also the best options to make sure you don't miss out on
anything–including opportunities to run into giant lizards or catch sight of a rare eagle in
flight.
Cat Ba also has its own three beaches that are perfect for swimming and quiet in the
mornings, before cruises arrive. Between May and September, it's also possible to snorkel
around the island.

 Bai Chay Beach:

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 Bai Chay Beach is a beautiful long sandy beach located in Bai Chay, which is a popular
tourist destination in Vietnam's Quang Ninh province. The beach stretches along the coast
for about 500 meters and is a great place to relax, sunbathe, and enjoy the stunning natural
scenery.
The beach is surrounded by hills and mountains, which provide a picturesque backdrop
for visitors to enjoy. The clear blue waters of the Gulf of Tonkin lap gently against the shore,
making it a great place for swimming, kayaking, and other water sports
There are plenty of amenities and facilities available at Bai Chay Beach, including
restaurants, cafes, and beachside bars where visitors can grab a bite to eat or a refreshing
drink. There are also plenty of sun loungers and umbrellas available for rent, so visitors can
relax and soak up the sun in comfort.
Bai Chay Beach is particularly popular in the evening, when locals and tourists alike
come to enjoy the sunset and take a leisurely stroll along the shore. It's a great spot to watch
the sun sink below the horizon and see the sky turn shades of orange and pink.
Overall, Bai Chay Beach is a beautiful and relaxing destination that should not be
missed when visiting the Quang Ninh province of Vietnam
4. Speciality

 Squid rolls:
Squid rolls Ha Long is a popular specialty that you can buy as a gift when traveling to
Ha Long. You can buy it at almost any market in Ha Long, but I think you should go to Ha
Long market 1 and Ha Long market 2 to buy it, especially Ha Long market 2.
Behind this market area, on the left side of Vincom Ha Long, there will be a row of
kiosks selling Cha Muc. Here you can choose the type of “Cha” according to your budget,
for example, 1kg of Cha Muc for 350.000 VND will be mixed (mixed from many squid
ingredients such as type 1 , type 2 and type 3 squid). 400.000 VND will mix less and
480.000 will be type 1 squid without mixing. All are arranged in a foam tray that looks very
polite with a quantity of about more than 30 pieces. Note that you should buy vacuum-
packed squid to avoid being affected by the smell in other luggage.

 Tien Yen hill chicken:

Tien Yen hill chicken is one of the specialties of Ha Long and is loved by many people.
It is naturally raised on the limestone hills of Tien Yen commune, Tien Yen district, Quang

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Ninh province. Chickens are fed naturally and do not use growth hormones. This is why
chicken meat has a distinctive and delicious taste compared to other types of chicken.
Chicken are fed in Tiên Yên hill has a fragrant, chewy and sweeter meat than other types of
chicken. Tiên Yên hill chicken can be processed into many different dishes such as fried
chicken, steamed beer chicken, ginger chicken.

 Sa sung:
If you have ever set foot here, you will surely know about Sa sung - one of the
specialties that cannot be missed when traveling to Ha Long. Sa sung is considered a
delicious and nutritious specialty for anyone who intends to buy gifts for family and friends.
This strange marine creature has high nutritional value, thick and white flesh, a special
fragrance, so its price is often quite salty when it falls into 400,000 VND - 500,000 VND /
kg. To buy genuine Sa sung, please go to reputable seafood and dried food stores in Ha Long
to avoid buying expensive gifts but mistakenly buying fake goods.

III. CONCLUSION
If you are making plans for a trip to this land, please refer to the content we have
mentioned above such as characteristic, speciality or top tourist attractions of Ha Long City.
In Ha Long, you can not only admire the majestic beauty of nature, but also enjoy
participating in many interesting activities.
Visiting Ha Long tourist attractions become more perfect if you can have time to stay
on nice cruises overnight on the bay or stay at beautiful resorts.

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 Last but not least, with Mrs Lương Thị Minh Phương's support, group 03 has built
and discuss about topic “Ha Long – a famous tourist attraction in Viet Nam” for our
research and exploration in this subject. The discussion of our group may have
shortcoming but we are looking forward to receiving positive comments from teachers
and other learners to make the article become more and more completed.

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