Images of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Words can only do so much justice to Ha Long Bay in Vietnam – you need to see the sinuous curves of the limestone islands dotting the bay for yourself, either through a day tour or by staying for a night or two aboard one of the luxury tourist ships that ply the waters. The early morning mist over the bay, the grottoes bored into the island walls, and the many activities you can pursue either on the bay or on one of the islands adjoining it – all these combine to make Ha Long Bay a highlight of any Vietnam itinerary. But that’s quite enough – let these pictures of Ha Long Bay tell the story.