American newspaper honors a destination in Vietnam among the most beautiful in the world

The world's most beautiful destinations are voted not only beautiful but also have ancient historical imprints, friendly locals, rich cuisine. Here are some typical destinations in the 71 most beautiful places of CN Traveler .

Mount Fuji, Japan

On a clear day, you can see Fuji from Tokyo; one of the best ways to see this active volcano is to take the shinkansen bullet train all the way there.

Bali, Indonesia

Minutes from the motorbike-bustling Ubud are peaceful, artsy villages, vibrant green rice paddies and lush forests. Bali is one of Indonesia’s 17,000 islands and has an average temperature of around 30°C year-round.

Maldives

An archipelago nation in the Indian Ocean, home to some of the world's most beautiful resorts and unparalleled beaches.

Mongolia

One-third of Mongolia is covered by desert, and despite being the 18th largest country in the world, its 3 million people make it the most sparsely populated.

Bayon, Cambodia

Built in honor of one of Cambodia's most famous kings, Jayavarman VII, Bayon is a 12th-century temple that is a unique architectural feat at the heart of Angkor Thom.

Zhangye National Geopark, China

The swirl of colors that make up Zhangye is more reminiscent of an artist's painting than a mountain range. Located along the border between China and Mongolia, this spectacular site is made up of eroded sandstone.

Shark Bay, Australia

The westernmost point on the Australian mainland and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the area is incredibly diverse – with beaches made entirely of tiny white shells, stromatolites on the shores of Hamelin Lake and the salt mines at Useless Loop, which produce the purest salt in the world.

Cappadocia, Türkiye

Visit this fairytale-like destination made from moonstones where erosion has created strange sculptures resembling mushrooms or towers.

Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

It would be “criminal” not to include the Cliffs of Moher on this list. This majestic sight of towering rocks over the Atlantic Ocean

Paris, France

With stunning architecture, grand boulevards, world-class art, bakeries and classic accommodations, this is the city that never sleeps.

Grand Canal, Venice, Italy

The canal runs straight through the centre and has inspired many artists including Canaletto, Monet and JMW Turner. Flanked by buildings dating from the 12th to 17th centuries, it is the largest waterway in the Floating City.

Valley of the Kings, Egypt

In Egypt, every corner offers a visual delight, from pyramids to temples and lost cities. The Valley of the Kings is one such delight, with rock-cut tombs for pharaohs and Egyptian nobles.

Avenue of the Baobabs, Madagascar

One of the most recognizable sights in Africa, the Avenue of the Baobabs is a long stretch of road lined with towering, majestic trees that are some 800 years old.

Paracas, Peru

A small coastal town in Peru's Ica region, Paracas is where the desert meets the sea. No trip to the area would be complete without a boat trip to the Ballestas Islas, rocky islands off the Pacific coast known for their diverse wildlife, including colonies of sea lions and baby penguins.

Angel Falls, Venezuela

The world's tallest waterfall, located in the UNESCO-protected Canaima National Park and the inspiration for Disney's Up, is only accessible by boat or plane.

Antelope Canyon, Arizona, USA

The rippling canyon of eroded rock formations and sunlight creates orange filters and bright patterns

Hoa Binh is about 100 km from Hanoi , the gateway to the Northwest region, and is home to the H'mong, Muong and Dao people. This land is known to tourists for Kim Boi hot spring, Mai Chau valley or Hoa Binh hydroelectric power plant and beautiful vast rice fields.