Ha Long, October in Autumn

Nature has bestowed upon Ha Long Bay a uniquely stunning beauty amid the grandeur of countless limestone islands. These islands are not just dull, monotonous rock masses; each one carries its own distinct charm, with glimpses of lively images of various creatures. Hidden within are mysterious, enchanting caves waiting to be explored. On the islands, lush vegetation thrives all year round, while beneath the clear waters that stretch over a thousand square kilometers lies a rich and diverse world of marine life in Ha Long Bay…

Ha Long seems beautiful in every season. Each season carries its own unique charm. In winter, when everywhere else feels cold and withered, here the green still shines. In spring, Ha Long is veiled in mist, like a serene and hazy ink painting. In summer, it’s the season of the southern monsoon winds that have inspired poems and songs; the sea sparkles like woven threads of gold and silver shimmering across the water…

And in autumn, Ha Long in October offers gentle, cool weather that captivates visitors. The October sunlight over the Bay is no longer harsh, yet the sky remains clear and blue, the sunlight still golden—perfect for creating breathtaking photographs.

The crowds and noise have faded away, replaced by peaceful quiet. Gentle footsteps slowly ascend the stone steps to enter a cave... Or on the clear blue water, fishermen softly paddle their boats, skillfully steering through caves just above the water’s surface. You can almost hear the slow, steady drip of water falling...
All of this wrapped in a silence so profound it leaves you breathless, touched by the beauty of Ha Long in October’s autumn.

The early autumn chill only arrives late in the afternoon, just enough to make a full day at the beach comfortably relaxing. October in Ha Long often brings sudden storms and rains that pass quickly… yet these are the very reasons for those moments when you let yourself “hide away” in your room, lying back on the bed watching the sudden rain fall, shedding all the worries of daily life, and truly feeling the value of each passing moment…
Before the storm comes, and after it passes, the scenery becomes extraordinarily beautiful.

When October comes, the rhythm of life in Ha Long seems to slow down. In the fresh breath of the sea, the scent of autumn gently weaves and lingers along every street. All the hustle and bustle of life feels forgotten, replaced by the endless expanse of the sea and the vastness of blue surrounding us.

Ha Long in October bathed in the gentle hues of autumn, with its poetic landscapes, stirs the heart, lingers long after departure, and evokes deep longing whenever one thinks of Ha Long in October.

Translated by Thuy Ha