Cua Van fishing village has been named among the world’s 22 most enchanting towns and villages by Buzzfeed.
Ranked at 7th, Cua Van is the largest of all the floating fishing villages amongst the islets of Ha Long bay (Quang Ninh province) with over 170 houses roped together.
“The backyard view of emerald water and jutting limestone karsts isn't too shabby,” said the website.
Ha Long Bay is one of the most popular tourist destinations which attracts a large number of foreign tourists. It has been twice recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage. And Cua Van fishing village has become a favorite place for travelers coming to Ha Long Bay.
Other hot spots that make the list are Cesky Krumlov (Czech Republic), Annecy (France), Oak Bluffs (Massachusetts-the US), Ronda (Spain), Chefchaouen (Morocco), Pelourinho, Salvador (Brazil), Siglufjordur (Iceland), Vernazza (Italy), Gasadalur (Faroe Islands), Wuyuan, Jiangxi (China), Marsaxlokk (Malta), Hallstatt (Austria), Reine (Norway), Ouro Preto (Brazil), Stowe (Vermont), Tenby (Wales), Procida (Italy), Valparaiso (Chile), Rovinj (Croatia), Castle Combe, Wiltshire (England), and Marvao (Portugal).