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Some of the sanctuaries and tombs have survived countless years and can still be visited today. Apart from the historical aspects, the area is also one of astounding natural beauty with limestone peaks whose splendor is often said to surpass that of Ha Long Bay. It is true that this area is often referred to as the Ha Long Bay on land.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p><strong>Highlight tour:<\/strong><\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Visiting the Dinh and Le sanctuaries<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Tam Coc for a 3-hour boat trip along the Boi river. which makes for a truly unforgettable experience, passing between towering limestone peaks. 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