As society develops faster, people tend to slow down their lives. Places that have “nothing” but nature and a peaceful pace of life are calling many people to come - to see, feel andlivingstay there even for a few days. Check it outTop 6 peaceful destinationsSelected by Travellive magazine, to help you plan your trip as soon as possible.
Hue - Vietnam
Quiet. Slow. Not hurried, not jostling. It is probably not wrong to say this is the “identity” of the ancient capital.
Hue was the capital of the unified Vietnam throughout history, so Hue has a quiet, ancient beauty expressed through many mausoleums and temples. Also because of the great influence of the royal heritage, the life of the ancient capital has always maintained its charm and elegance. When mentioning Hue, people remember the "hugging" folk songs that contain the soul of Hue people, the intersection between spirituality and real life, the gentle "yes, sir" voice and especially the slowness in every way of life.
The slowness of Hue is the slowness of the cyclo rides, the leisurely bicycle rides around the city every morning, sometimes coming from the rhythm of the old ladies and women selling goods. Even though they have gone the whole distance, their cries have not stopped, the sound still echoes, lingering. It is also present in the meticulous, hard-working, and diligent character of the people of Hue. They always preserve and promote traditional values, spiritual values.
It sounds absurd, but it is true.slowHue's "slow style" is a type of development, because modern society is gradually turning that lifestyle into a trend. When people reach a certain bustling threshold of development, they often tend to return to the old life, wanting to find peace and slowness again. And, Hue's "slow style" will be the perfect choice.
Japan
Japan is famous for its beautiful landscape, modernity, civilization and hard-working people. Although this country still has to suffer many damages and dangers due to natural disasters, the strange thing is that the number of people coming to travel and live here has not decreased, but even increased. In recent years, Japan has always been in the top of the most livable countries in the world.
The land of cherry blossoms is also an ideal place for tourists to "calm" their souls because of the peace and tranquility in the Japanese lifestyle. Japan has developed from an agricultural society closely connected to nature, which is clearly shown through work, housing design, eating, dressing, living, customs, religion and even art and culture... The worship of natural phenomena and things is not because the Japanese are afraid of its terrible power, but because of their infinite gratitude for what nature has given them. Therefore, they always tend to respect nature to the maximum.
Furthermore, the Japanese are also famous for their profound philosophies of life. Their philosophies often teach people to live sincerely, gently, and kindly towards themselves and others, while also promoting a minimalist philosophy of life to have a happy life. Therefore, the land of the rising sun is clearly an ideal destination for those who want to meditate and calm their mind.
Bhutan
In the list of lands to find peace, we cannot fail to mention Bhutan - known as "the happiest country in the world". Located in South Asia, Bhutan has a very special terrain, located on high mountains and seemingly isolated from the world. The majority of people here follow Buddhism, for them, Buddhism is the root, the foundation and the source of life, morality, lifestyle and culture.
The government of this country values the spiritual life of all its people above all else. They even established a separate Ministry of Happiness to take care of the lives of their "subjects". Although there are no famous world heritage sites, the Land of the Thunder Dragon still attracts tourists with its simple things. Ancient stone fortresses and monasteries are impressive, typical sights of Bhutan. As a peace-loving nation, flowers are often planted outside the fortresses, and inside are temples to worship Buddha, symbolizing a peaceful lifestyle without material pursuits.
Bhutan is also the only country with a negative carbon dioxide index. The people here have a very high awareness of environmental protection. They believe that people live with nature and treat the environment in the same way. Bhutanese people live slowly and speak softly. They do not eat fish and rarely eat meat. Their food is mainly rice, butter, a little mixed vegetables, eggs and a lot of chili, and dessert is mainly sweets. Coming to Bhutan and feeling the gentle and simple lifestyle of the people will surely make all your stress and pressure disappear, leaving only moments of wandering and freedom like a paradise.
Netherlands
Located in the Northwest of Europe, the Netherlands is known as the country with the lowest elevation in the world. The Netherlands is a symbol of peace with the beauty of canals, fairytale villages, windmills, tulip fields... and many inventions ahead of their time.
Although it is a developed country with a high standard of living, the Dutch people choose a simple lifestyle and are close to nature. Bicycles are the main means of transportation encouraged in this country. You can see bicycles everywhere, in every corner, because nearly 60% of the population uses this means of transportation for daily travel. The Netherlands aims for a life that minimizes environmental damage and noise pollution. National parks with huge numbers of trees cover a large area, stretching across the country. The land of windmills also pays great attention to protecting wildlife. This country also builds separate artificial roads connecting two forests so that animals are not affected.
In addition to the poetic natural beauty, the personality of the people also contributes to the attractiveness of the Netherlands. Showiness seems to be absent from the dictionary of the people of this country. They are simple, egalitarian in their own personality and show it on the outside from the way they dress to the way they treat each other.
The people of the land of windmills are also famous for their philosophy of doing nothing (niksen). Niksen can simply be sitting in a chair or looking out the window, doing nothing but spending some time letting your mind wander. This method helps fight health problems such as stress and exhaustion. Thanks to that, for many consecutive years, the Netherlands has had a high quality of life and happiness index.
Ireland
Ireland is considered one of the countries with the best living conditions in the world and is ranked 5th globally in terms of human development index. Ireland possesses vast grasslands, blue skies and a cool climate. Life on this emerald island has a classic European feel. This is an ideal land for tourists to immerse themselves in a peaceful and leisurely life.
It is not an exaggeration to say that Ireland is beautiful in every corner and every location. Not only that, everything here has its own story. Each castle, field, valley or road… is associated with a legend that has been passed down to this day. Perhaps this “emerald” country was created specifically for those who love peace.
Life in Ireland is pretty simple. When you arrive here, one of the most common phrases you will hear is:What's the craic?(Any fun?). Craic is a way of life that many Irish people love: doing something simply because... they like it. It can be said that there are few places in the world where people are as welcoming to strangers as in Ireland. They can even buy you a drink, ask questions, chat or tell you about their lives very naturally. Irish people also have an endless passion for music. They believe that music brings positive energy and abundant love for life. You can often come across impromptu performances in pubs and on the streets across the country.
Nyingchi - east of Tibet
In the southeast of the Tibet Autonomous Region (China) there is a wild, beautiful and peaceful land.
Usually when mentioning Tibet, most people think of a mysterious land with rugged terrain with high mountains, glaciers, deserts; harsh climate of thin air and ice all year round. But few people know that, right in the place known as the "roof of the world", "the third pole of the Earth" there is a small, peaceful land located in the East, that is Nyingchi.
The average elevation of around 3,100 m makes Nyingchi the lowest, most fertile and most scenic region of the Tibetan wilderness. It is blessed with many beautiful lakes, deep gorges, vast forests, vast fields of rhododendrons and peach orchards that turn pink in spring.
Unlike the harshness of the Western region, Eastern Tibet is gentle, peaceful and beautiful with lush greenery and peach blossoms everywhere. The altitude is lower, there is more oxygen, the air is more pleasant, the colors are more diverse, the roads are easier to travel, and especially the living conditions are many times better than other areas of Tibet. This land has everything to become an ideal place for those who set foot in Tibet for the first time and want to find peaceful and gentle moments.
Conclusion
We often long to find peace and happiness in faraway lands, places that are completely different from the “frame” we see every day. But in fact, the truest peace that we need should come from within, when we create for ourselves a feeling of lightness and relaxation.
Therefore, it is not necessary to go to one of the six lands above to "find" peace. Right now, at this moment, a blade of green grass or a passing breeze can begift.
