Resorts in Vietnam are becoming increasingly popular among Russians, there are several reasons for this, but the most important, perhaps, is the excellent climate and opportunities for year-round recreation. However, there are fears that it is better not to travel to Vietnam in the summer due to the rainy season. We will talk about the specifics of a vacation in Nha Trang in August, reviews of which testify to its attractiveness and safety.
Geographical position
Nha Trang is a Vietnamese resort located on the shores of the South China Sea. The convenient location in the center of Vietnam allows you to get here in various ways: from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. The relief and natural areas of Nha Trang are interesting and diverse. The surface of the territory gradually rises from east to west. Here are all the main features of Vietnam's nature: mountains, plains, rainforests, beaches. Vietnam, Nha Trang in August is an excellent place to relax, the sea off the coast is suitable for swimming all year round, and the shores are characterized by a pleasant descent. Nha Trang belongs to the Vietnamese province of Khan Hoa and is considered the unspoken capital of the country's beach holidays.
Climate
Nha Trang belongs to the subtropical climate zone with an annual temperature difference of less than 10 degrees. The region is characterized by tropical summers and non-tropical winters, with the allocation of dry and wet periods. The average annual temperature in Nha Trang is 23 degrees Celsius. The holiday season here lasts all year, but is divided into high (January – August) and low (September – December). The first is associated with a decrease in rainfall, and the second, on the contrary, is characterized by a large amount of rain.
The coldest months in Nha Trang are January and February, when the thermometer shows on average 22-24 degrees of heat. The hottest months are July and August, when the mark on the thermometer in the afternoon can rise to 35-37 degrees. However, such temperatures are tolerated quite easily due to the breeze and humidity. So, Nha Trang in August is quite comparable in sensations to Sochi in July. An unfavorable time for rest can be November – December, sometimes January, when big waves and storms come to the region, but this has little effect on the life of vacationers on the shore.
Weather in August
There are not many countries in the world where you can sunbathe year-round, and one of them is Vietnam. Nha Trang, the weather in August, which can compete in comfort with many Mediterranean resorts, is an excellent place to relax at the end of summer. It was at this time that local tourists prefer to come here, who know well when Nha Trang is beautiful. The average daily temperature is around 32-35 degrees Celsius, often the air warms up to +40. But it is worthwhile to understand that this heat on the seashore is much easier to tolerate than in central Russia. The sea breeze creates a very pleasant feeling, and the heat does not crush at all.
At night, the temperature drops to an average of 23 degrees, and this creates a comfortable feeling for entertainment. It is not surprising that in the evenings the local population goes out to eat and socialize. In terms of precipitation in Nha Trang in August, reviews about the rest of which are full of enthusiastic epithets, compared with Sochi. Usually it happens about 4 rainy days a month and about 70 mm of precipitation falls at this time.
Settlement history
Before French colonization, Nha Trang was a small fishing village. At the end of the 18th century, when the country became a colony of France, Nha Trang began to turn into a resort, here began to build residences for the rest of senior French officials and the aristocracy. The city is becoming a fashionable place where the French are actively coming. The Vietnamese nobility also reached for the colonialists.
In the 19th century, the emperor of Vietnam, Bao Dai, builds a palace here for his vacation. During the capture of part of the country by American troops in the 20th century, representatives of the highest authorities of South Vietnam and the US Army come to local beaches. After the war, Nha Trang fell into decay for some time. The new life of the city begins in the 21st century, when the tourism industry begins to develop here. Modern hotels are being built here, beaches are being equipped, infrastructure is being created. Today, about 400 thousand local residents live in the city and almost a million tourists from different countries come annually, in recent years a steady stream of tourists from Russia has been moving here.
Features of rest
Nha Trang is a dynamically developing, modern city. It differs in that it has a very convenient and compact tourist area, which houses hotels of different levels. But in general, the hotel base in the city is very good, but you should not expect any architectural delights. The city is focused on beach vacations, therefore, local authorities give great importance to the arrangement of coastal territories. The city has a lot of catering points, it seems that the Vietnamese eat constantly, especially in the evenings, when the streets turn into a solid open restaurant. Entertainment on the water contributes to the weather in Nha Trang in August. Reviews of tourists allow us to understand that the end of summer is an excellent time for a beach pastime.
Nha Trang beaches
The main reason tourists come to Vietnam is beach vacations. Nha Trang is a recognized leader in the tourist area thanks to its beautiful coastline. There are 6 beaches in the city, each of which has its own characteristics. The main one is the central city beach, whose length is 6 km, it stretches along the entire coastline of the settlement. The beach is sandy, it is quite clean, although it is very crowded during the season. In August, Vietnamese travelers fill Nha Trang, and they prefer to spend time on the city beach. Therefore, it is noisy here. But the beach is well equipped, there are many cafes, travel agencies and equipment rental shops nearby.
The second most popular beach is called Long (Wai Dai), it is spread over 15 km. It is located a bit far from the city, driving to it for about 15 minutes. It is also quite crowded in the high season, but there are fewer cafes and other service facilities. The descent to the water is even, the sandbank is quite long.
Paragon Beach is located next to the cable car, it is considered an elite place. It is very comfortable to swim here, as two breakwaters have been erected to eliminate the waves.
The farthest Monkey beach is on the island of the same name. There is nothing exceptional in it, but getting here is not very convenient, which contributes to a small number of vacationers. The island is not in vain bears such a name, there are many monkeys that can significantly complicate the rest. You can not leave things unattended, as these animals can easily drag them away.
The two beaches farthest from the city - Dock Let and Jungle Beach are distinguished by cleaner water and very beautiful nature. Tourists usually come here for the whole day because of remoteness, the infrastructure here is not very developed, but there is everything necessary for relaxation. In August, there are fewer people on these beaches than on urban beaches, so you can spend time here with great comfort.
sights
Arriving in Nha Trang in August, you should not spend all the time on the beach, because there are a lot of interesting things. The main attraction of the city is the Long Son Pagoda. The temple was erected at the end of the 19th century, a little later it was moved from the top of the Treithu hill to its foot. The pagoda is part of the main Buddhist temple of the Khan Hoa province. The architecture of the temple is an excellent example of oriental architecture, with its bright colors, expressive details in the form of masks, images of dragons, statues.
In addition to this famous pagoda, there are 14 more similar structures, but smaller ones. It is also worth visiting the villa of Dao Bai, the Vietnamese emperor. Today it is a museum complex where you can see an unusual combination of colonial French architecture and oriental traditions. The majestic cathedral of St. Mary. For more than 1000 years, the towers of Po Nagar from the kingdom of Champa, which are a real masterpiece of ancient culture, have been standing on the top of Mount Ku Lao. Nha Trang also has many natural attractions: Monkey Island, Hong Moon Island, Young Bay Waterfall.
Entertainment
Holidays in Nha Trang in August are for entertainment, especially water. You can give pleasure to body and soul in the mud clinic Thap Ba, which is made in the oriental style and simply sets up for meditation. There are pools with thermal water, as well as a variety of healing treatments. For a more active holiday, you should go to the Winperl theme park. You can get to it by cable car, and there are simply many options for classes: an amusement park, a circus, a musical theater, fountains. Curious tourists are advised to visit the luxurious oceanarium, one of the largest in the world, in the park. Since the weather in August is hot, tourists want to spend more time near the water. All beaches have various entertainment points, and there is also a rental of various equipment.
Vacation with children
Nha Trang in August is ideal for families with children of all ages. The sea and beaches in Nha Trang are clean, well equipped, in each shopping center there are special playgrounds. When resting with children, it is worth remembering that the sea off the coast of the city is quite deep, although the descent is smooth, but you should still watch your bathing children. Children will enjoy the amusement park as well as the water rides on the beaches. Eating babies does not cause problems, you can buy traditional baby food in shopping centers, and in the city markets they sell the freshest fruits that children love so much.
Tourists reviews
The weather in Nha Trang in August, according to tourists, is quite comfortable, although high humidity can be difficult to tolerate. Adaptation to the climate takes several days, and after that the heat is not felt at all. Vacationers note that in August, prices in the city rise slightly due to the large influx of local tourists. The rest of the Russians highly value the resort and its infrastructure.
Tourism in Nha Trang is developing rapidly, with each season there is something new. Vacationers also note the low cost of food and accommodation, which significantly reduces the budget of the trip. Also in reviews it is often noted that the Vietnamese are a very friendly and peaceful people, however, with a specific attitude to cleanliness. Sterility in hotels should not be expected, but in general everything is at a very decent level.