Vietnam dramatic landscape through photos

The WorldPost's "Through Your Lens" series brings you stunning photos taken by social media users in a different country around the world every week. This week, we explore the striking geography and local cultures of Vietnam.

From the solitary beaches of Ha Long Bay to the chaotic streets of Ho Chi Minh City, travelers to Vietnam (with a bit of patience) will be rewarded by the country's dramatic landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

Check out some of the beautiful images taken in the country below, and tag your Twitter and Instagram photos from around the world 

The Sung Sot Cave aka the "Amazing Cave" in Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
A photo posted by b®enda alexander-quach (@brendalexander) on Mar 11, 2015 at 3:07pm PDT

Went exploring in Phong Nha Cave in central northern Vietnam today. The cave itself is is 7729 m long, contains 14 grottos, with a 13,969 m-long underground river. Only 1.5km of area is accessible for tourists, with some caves with roofs towering up to 40m in height. See the full width shot at my Facebook page /jimmydauphotography

Halong bay, Vietnam 2013
A solitary temple on a beach surrounded by huge limestone formations out in Halong Bay.
A photo posted by Spencer Elzey (@spencerlz) on Nov 30, 2014 at 3:56pm PST

A photo posted by @bradwilletts on Feb 11, 2015 at 11:52pm PST

Been bullied into hurrying up and posting some photos from my trip to SE Asia. So here's one of an old lady selling lottery tickets at the side of the road in Huế, Vietnam. There are very few beggars in Vietnam since the police started cracking down on them. So now, they all sell lottery tickets instead.
A photo posted by Nick C (@midvale99) on Feb 3, 2015 at 6:31am PST

The Long Bien Bridge in Hanoi is a traditional spot for wedding photos. We were convinced we were going to be hit by a train and didn't spend too long on the tracks. #Vietnam #Hanoi
A photo posted by Eric Stoen (@travelbabbo) on Dec 8, 2014 at 6:00am PST

Mister Traveler @vanderploatsen || Phố Trịnh Hoài Đức Barber || Hanoi, Vietnam || #mistertraveler
A photo posted by #mistertraveler (@mister.traveler) on Dec 26, 2014 at 6:22pm PST

I spent four days riding through the backcountry of Northern Vietnam getting to know a place of extraordinary beauty. I rode through rice fields and over mountains, all the while interacting with some of the most down-to-earth, kind people I have ever met. I took this picture on the side of a small country road. It was the Golden Hour in the Golden Land.

Rush hour makes this city a sight to see. #saigon #hochiminh #Vietnam #anewbreedoftraveller #movingmeowtains #goexplore #letsgosomewhere #neverstopexploring #travelvibes #travel #travelgram #traveling #igtravel #instatravel #instapassport #rgphoto #travelwithfathom #thinklesstravelmore #getlostnow #travelstoke #lonelyplanet #huffpostgram #theexpatlife #discoveryourworld
A photo posted by Lauren & Seth (@movingmeow_tains) on Jan 28, 2015 at 2:31am PST

A lady having a smoke by the waterside in the beautiful picturesque city of Hội An in Vietnam.
A photo posted by Nick C (@midvale99) on Feb 3, 2015 at 11:13am PST

Hoi an, Vietnam 2014 This woman sold flowers to float on the river.

Playing a tourist on New Years Day in this beautiful city // Thank you @grierface for letting me use your phone ☺️
A photo posted by Charl🌹tte (@charlottemaryrose) on Feb 19, 2015 at 1:06am PST

Sa Pa, in Northwestern Vietnam, was my favorite place I visited. Cool, foggy mornings would give way to bright, sunny days. It was just beautiful. Side note: Thanks to @visuals4all for a recent feature! Much appreciated!

Lantern stall, Hoi An, Vietnam #hoian #vietnam #southeastasia #asia #lanterns #ig_captures #igtravel #travelgram #travelingram #instapassport #instatraveling #worldplaces #ig_worldclub #guardiantravelsnaps #wonderful_places #travelasia #globe_travel #huffpostgram #exploringtheglobe #lonelyplanet #rising_masters #myworldpost #igspecialist #ilovevietnam #lovetheworld #vietnamcharm

Foggy evening in the nortern part of Vietnam. #nakedplanet #NatureAddict #DoYouTravel #awesomeearth #TheGlobeWanderer #OurPlanetDaily #EarthPix #TravelAwesome #BeautifulDestinations #fantastic_earth #BestVacations #DiscoverEarth #wildernessculture #wonderful_places #luxwt #warrenjc #travelstoke #WelcomeToNature #allshots_ #hot_shotz #jaw_dropping_shots #epic_captures #BeautifulPlaces #Canon_Photography_ #vietnam #fog #worldshotz #huffpostgram
A photo posted by Tommy Simonsen (@tommysimonsenphotography) on May 13, 2015 at 10:05am PDT

A water buffalo in a field just outside of Hoi An, Vietnam. #latergram #vietnam
A photo posted by Nicole S. Young (@nicolesy) on May 13, 2015 at 9:30am PDT