Ha Long Bay
Photo provided by www.etravelphotos.comHa Long Bay is a group of offshore islands that is the best example of marine invaded tower karst in the world. The Bay holds over 1.600 islands and islets. There are caves and grottoes, with stalactites and stalagmites. Its limestone pillars are an unique natural feature of great scenic beauty and biological interest. The great extent and the richness of its forms sets it apart from other sites. The site was first inscribed in 1994, and extended in 2000 to include natural criterion (I).YearDecisionComments1994InscribedReasons for inscription1993DeferredBureau - Agreed not cultural but natural values are OK - however boundaries etc need redefining to exclude induct areas. Also better Management planReviewshuongnguyen (Vietnam): Out of my expectation! This was the first time I stay overnight on boat. It gave me a strange feelings, romantic and authentic...Date posted: March 2009Lopez Mr (USA): There is a best way to enjoy your cruising in halong bay that is renting...