Descending Dragon Bay
It's considered to be one of the seven wonders of the world, and you'll understand why if you spend a few days here. Local legend suggests that the bay was formed when a dragon arrived to thwart Chinese invaders, spitting out jade stones and pearls that eventually became the islands. The name "Ha Long" translates to "descending dragon," which is how it got its name. The area has been shaped by mountains forming over tens of millions of years, by rising and falling sea levels, and by moving tectonic plates, which is quite incredible when you think about it.
The seascape consists of about 2000 limestone karsts of all sizes, shapes, and shades of green, rising dramatically from the ocean. It's a unique site on Earth, and regardless of the weather, a cruise on Halong Bay is always a fantastic experience.
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Descending Dragon Bay
It's considered to be one of the seven wonders of the world, and you'll understand why if you spend a few days here. Local legend suggests that the bay was formed when a dragon arrived to thwart Chinese invaders, spitting out jade stones and pearls that eventually became the islands. The name "Ha Long" translates to "descending dragon," which is how it got its name. The area has been shaped by mountains forming over tens of millions of years, by rising and falling sea levels, and by moving tectonic plates, which is quite incredible when you think about it.
The seascape consists of about 2000 limestone karsts of all sizes, shapes, and shades of green, rising dramatically from the ocean. It's a unique site on Earth, and regardless of the weather, a cruise on Halong Bay is always a fantastic experience.
Prints & Downloads are available on my 👉 H O M E P A G E