10 ideal places in Vietnam for the elderly to relax

Pleasant atmosphere, gentle pace of life, the following locations are suitable for the elderly to enjoy a comfortable life.

The locations are selected according to the evaluation of US News & World Report magazine (USA).

1. Nha Trang

Nha Trang's clean and beautiful beaches captivate any visitor. Photo: Nguyen Dinh Thanh.

The ideal resort for the elderly must be a place where they can live happily with friends, travel, explore, not be too mentally or physically demanding. With that criterion, they rated the coastal city of Nha Trang as an attractive place for those of retirement age.

This coastal city has Ponagar Tower, Mineral Spring, Institute of Oceanography, Long Son Pagoda, Bao Dai Palace, many other interesting and suitable destinations for the elderly to never be bored. In addition, the suburbs of Nha Trang also open up a poetic space with a peaceful breath.

2. Da Nang

Known as the “most livable city” in Vietnam, Da Nang’s plus points create an ideal living environment for the elderly. The city is green, clean and beautiful with beaches that are considered the cleanest, safest and most attractive in Southeast Asia. Despite rapid development, this place still maintains a peaceful pace of life.

The roads are wide, the sidewalks are open for pedestrians, and the Han River flows through the center, creating a beautiful landscape. The climate here is ideally temperate, warm but not too hot, with a gentle sea breeze. The quality of life is high, but the cost of living is not expensive. From Da Nang, the elderly can easily travel to Hue, Hoi An ancient town, and My Son sanctuary for a change of pace.

3. Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is famous as a peaceful destination, likened to a wonderful pearl in the middle of the ocean. The quiet, gentle space with many beautiful beaches such as Sao beach, Ganh Dau, Dai beach, Ong Lang beach, Thom beach… is ideal for the elderly to relax on the sand.

Fresh seafood combined with the rich culinary culture will make meals here always delicious. Visiting Ham Ninh fishing village or going to the semi-wild park that opened at the end of 2015 will be unique things to do to make old age life not boring.

4. Hue

Panoramic view outside the Tomb of King Khai Dinh. Photo: Nguyen Dinh Thanh.

The pace of life of the people in the ancient capital of Hue is likened to the Perfume River, always slow, calm and profound. The landscape here, in addition to temples and mausoleums, also has old houses and tree-lined streets that create a sense of relaxation. Perhaps that is why this is a comfortable place for the elderly.

Listening to the bells of Thien Mu every day, enjoying a cup of fragrant tea, walking around the citadel relic site, sitting and talking about old stories right on the historical land will be interesting experiences in old age. Besides, Hue dishes, although rustic, are meticulously prepared, beautifully presented, focusing on quality rather than quantity, which is also quite suitable for the culinary tastes of the elderly.

5. Hoi An

Located in the Central region with harsh weather, Hoi An has the advantage of facing the sea, so the climate is quite pleasant. The peaceful old town corners, a highlight of Hoi An, will create a calmness suitable for the elderly.

This place still retains the familiar countryside scenery but the living conditions are not lacking, all amenities are met, ensuring a comfortable life. The cuisine is attractive with famous Quang noodles and chicken rice. The Japanese have chosen Dien Ban land near Hoi An to build a resort for the elderly. That proves that enjoying old age in this area is a right decision.

6. Vung Tau

Vung Tau has a good balance between hustle and bustle and peace. Walking along the coastal road in the morning is a fun and healthy activity for the elderly. This place not only has windy beaches but also many pagodas such as Nirvana Tinh Xa, Thich Ca Phat Dai... for the elderly to find a peaceful place.

In addition, not far from Vung Tau city, Binh Chau hot spring can be an attractive weekend destination. Relaxing in the hot water can help the elderly feel extremely comfortable, significantly reducing the feeling of bone and joint pain.

7. Dalat

Dalat is always poetic, peaceful and suitable for relaxation. Photo: Phuoc Binh.

More than a century ago, Dr. Yersin discovered Dalat, an ideal resort. Since then, Dalat has maintained that title, always being an attractive destination for many people. The year-round cool climate and poetic scenery of Dalat create an ideal space for the elderly to live leisurely and happily.

Especially in the city of thousands of flowers, the cool climate is very suitable for those who like to grow plants. Strolling around Xuan Huong Lake, going to Truc Lam Zen Monastery to worship… are both interesting and suitable activities for many elderly people.

8. Phu Yen

Phu Yen has vast green fields next to famous landscapes such as O Loan lagoon, Ganh Da Dia, Vung Ro, Huong Tich ancient pagoda… that make many people ecstatic. The charming scenery and simple people give this land a familiar beauty.

The elderly living here will not feel lonely when they can easily go around the city to sightsee or even in the inner city they can soak in the sea with many people. There are also many specialties here such as squid pancakes, chicken rice with perilla leaves, grilled corn with fish sauce... so just enjoying delicious food is also a joy for the elderly.

9. Con Dao

Con Dao has many beautiful, pristine beaches. It has a quiet space, great for retirement. Photo: Tran Minh Suong.

With sunshine and wind all year round, Con Dao still maintains a fresh environment, pristine nature, each beach has its own beauty with clear blue water next to soft sand. In 2011, Con Dao was listed in the top 10 most mysterious and charming islands on the planet. A secure, comfortable life, close to nature will be very beneficial for the health of the elderly. This place also has many attractive specialties such as snails, moon crabs...

Moreover, this is also a sacred land, full of heroic historical memories, it will revive many old memories of those who have gone through the bombs. Nostalgia is sometimes a spiritual medicine for the time of enjoying old age.

10. Ha Tien

Ten poems by ancient literati praising the beauty of this land have created the reputation of “Ha Tien Thap Canh”. Today, Binh Mountain, Tieu Pagoda, Thach Dong, Dong Ho, Hon Chong… still captivate those who come to admire it. With mountains, sea, islands and plains, Ha Tien is a very poetic natural picture.

In addition, the legends associated with historical relics have added majesty to the landmarks. This place is not noisy and bustling but quiet and peaceful like an ancient village with ancient moss-covered tiled roofs. Dishes in Ha Tien such as: Ha Tien sticky rice, steamed noodles, vermicelli with dried shrimp, rice vermicelli with pork skin, grilled spring rolls... combine the flavors of the Vietnamese - Chinese - Khmer ethnic groups, so they are very unique. Immersing yourself in the wonderful natural scenery, enjoying many strange dishes, surely the elderly will find a lot of joy in their lives.

According to Zing