Cat Ba Archipelago
Heritage Sites
Address
Cat Ba Island
GPS
20.7221491, 107.0543571
The Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago boasts limestone islands and lush islands, creating its unique natural charm.
On September 16, the UNESCO World Heritage Committee added the Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago to its list of world natural heritage sites. This latest recognition brings Vietnam’s tally to three natural heritages, five cultural heritages, and a mixed natural and cultural property.
According to the Department of Cultural Heritage, the Ha Long Bay – Cat Ba Archipelago earned UNESCO recognition due to its natural beauty, which includes limestone islands cloaked in foliage and limestone peaks rising above sea level. The area’s vistas, featuring lush islands, saltwater lakes, and limestone cliffs, contribute to its unique appeal.
