Vietnam's beloved "Kissing Rocks," a pair of towering rock formations nestled within the picturesque Ha Long Bay of Quang Ninh province, are facing an unprecedented threat of collapse due to a combination of geological processes and rising sea levels. About the Kissing Rocks: Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site spanning an area of approximately 600 square miles, attracts both local and international tourists. An iconic feature of the bay is the Kissing Rocks, which are also affectionately referred to as Hon Trong Mai.
ANN/THE STRAITS TIMES – The iconic Kissing Rocks, emblematic of Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh’s northern province, face threats due to geological processes and rising seawater levels, as highlighted by a study from the Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources. Covering an area of about 1,553 square kilometres, the bay boasts significant geological and […]
HANOI (Vietnam News/Asia News Network): The iconic Kissing Rocks, emblematic of Ha Long Bay in Quang Ninh’s northern province, face threats due to geological processes and rising seawater levels, as highlighted by a study from the Institute of Geosciences and Mineral Resources.