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Vung Chua Dao Yen is an ideal stop for travelers visiting the land of Quang Binh. Just over 1km from the mainland, visitors can easily reach this place to enjoy the harmonious space of nature and sacred spirituality. Let's explore more about the journey to find this peaceful and interesting destination right below with NVK Travel.
Vung Chua Dao Yen is located in Tho Son village, Quang Dong commune, Quang Trach district, Quang Binh province. Rated as one of the most memorable tourist spots in Quang Binh, visitors will experience the pristine beauty with a harmonious connection between the island mountains and the long sandy beaches.
This place has a very favorable location, surrounded by 3 large islands including Hon Nom, Hon Gio, and Hon La. This creates a cool, sheltered atmosphere, extremely suitable for those who love nature and seek a sense of peace and tranquility.
Not only famous for its natural scenery, Vung Chua Dao Yen is also notable for its history and spirituality. Over 600 years ago, the renowned general Tran Dat - Tran Khai chose this place as his resting place. In 2013, General Vo Nguyen Giap was also laid to rest here.
The view of Vung Chua Dao Yen from above
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When visiting Vung Chua Dao Yen, travelers not only get to admire the stunning pristine natural scenery but also experience the deeply spiritual tourism. Below are activities that you must try when coming to this place, to make your trip perfect.
General Vo Nguyen Giap's grave is located on Tho Mountain, Dragon's Nose. The general's grave is situated in a location with the shape of a "coiled dragon sitting tiger," facing the vast sea. When visiting Vung Chua Dao Yen, don't forget to stop by here, not only to pay respects to the general but also as a way to thank the national heroes. It is also a place for each person's soul to find peace and tranquility.
Visit General Vo Nguyen Giap's grave to honor his contributions
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Just 30 minutes by boat from the mainland, visitors will arrive at Yen Island - a gathering place for thousands of swiftlets. Here, not only can you feel the nature of sky and earth, but it is also a place to listen to the sound of the wind, the chirping of birds, and to listen to your heart when immersed in the unique nature.
Yen Island is vast and poetic
One of the must-visit tourist spots when coming to Vung Chua Dao Yen is Hon La Beach. The long stretch of white sand with clear blue water attracts visitors to immerse themselves in the water to wash away all stress and fatigue.
Hon La Beach stretches out in a beautiful blue
The next unmissable destination when visiting Vung Chua Dao Yen is Tho Mountain. After a long climbing path, visitors will admire the majestic and poetic scenery.
Surrounded by the vast sea and majestic mountains, with a few temples peeking through. All create a vibrant, colorful natural painting that no pen can describe.
Enjoy the entire natural scenery from Tho Mountain
When visiting Vung Chua Dao Yen, travelers can also experience a diverse culinary scene rich in local Quang Binh flavors. Below are dishes you must try to make your trip complete.
Fresh seafood is one of the must-try specialties when travelers set foot in Vung Chua Dao Yen. With the advantage of being close to the sea, seafood dishes are always caught and prepared daily to maintain freshness and bring the most flavorful taste to visitors. Some seafood dishes include fish, shrimp, crab, and crab with simple cooking methods such as steaming, boiling, stir-frying, and roasting.
Fresh seafood from Vung Chua Dao Yen every day
Seafood pancakes bring the delicious flavor of pancake batter and fresh, rich seafood filling. The pancake shell is deep-fried, making it extremely crispy and fragrant, combined with shrimp, squid, and fresh bean sprouts. When eating, visitors will wrap it with fresh herbs and dip it in sweet and sour sauce to enhance the flavor.
Delicious and rich seafood pancakes
Oyster porridge is also a must-try specialty when visiting Vung Chua Dao Yen. The dish is made from simple ingredients but elevated when combined with green onions, Vietnamese coriander, and niang - a unique spice of Quang Binh.
Delicious and simple oyster porridge
Quang Binh tapioca cake is also a dish you must try when coming to Vung Chua Dao Yen. The cake shell is made from chewy, sticky tapioca flour with a filling of meat and shrimp cooked thoroughly to absorb the spices. The cake is wrapped in banana leaves and steamed, giving it a fragrant taste from the banana leaves. When eating, visitors dip the cake in fish sauce to enhance the flavor.
Sea lamprey is a unique specialty dish of Quang Binh, prepared by locals into many delicious dishes. Such as fried lamprey, lamprey porridge, lamprey cake, and lamprey with rice crackers... The rich flavor from the lamprey combined with many delicious spices brings a memorable dish.
Unique and delicious sea lamprey
Vung Chua Dao Yen is located in the central region, so the weather is divided into two distinct seasons: dry season and rainy season. To have the most complete travel experience, visitors should choose to visit during the dry season from March to August each year. At this time, the weather is dry, with temperatures ranging from 35 to 38 degrees Celsius, very suitable for climbing mountains, swimming, and enjoying the natural scenery.
The rainy season lasts from September to February of the following year. This is the time when the weather will be colder, accompanied by sudden storms and high humidity.
Travelers should not visit Vung Chua Dao Yen during this time because the mountain roads can be slippery, making it difficult to travel. Additionally, on stormy days, boat services will not operate, and you will not be able to visit Yen Island and some nearby points.
The best time to visit Vung Chua Dao Yen is from March to August
To have a safe and memorable trip to Vung Chua Dao Yen, travelers need to prepare all necessary items as well as be in good health:
Note these reminders for a safe trip to Vung Chua Dao Yen
Vung Chua Dao Yen is a unique tourist destination that combines diverse experiences from sightseeing, mountain climbing to spiritual tourism. This place will be a perfect choice for you to travel and relax with family and friends to have enjoyable moments together. To learn more about the tours in Quang Binh, please contact NVK Travel for a great experience.
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