Binh Dinh: Discovering beauty from blue sea to ancient Cham towers

Not only a land of martial arts, Binh Dinh also attracts tourists with pristine beaches such as Ky Co, Eo Gio and the thousand-year-old Cham Pa cultural heritage.

Explore the Wild Sea and Islands

Binh Dinh has a long coastline with breathtaking landscapes. The most prominent are Eo Gio and Ky Co, two places often mentioned together. Eo Gio impresses with majestic rocky mountains surrounding the blue strait, while Ky Co is considered a resort paradise with fine sand and clear water.

Eo Gio stands out with rocky outcrops surrounding the clear blue strait.

If you are looking for peace, Cu Lao Xanh and Hon Kho are ideal choices. Cu Lao Xanh, or Van Phi Island, retains its pristine beauty with fresh air. Hon Kho has a unique beauty with dry rocky mountains stretching out to the sea, below is a brilliant coral reef system.

Cu Lao Xanh is considered one of the most beautiful islands in the Central region.

Right near the center of Quy Nhon, Ghenh Rang Tien Sa is a group of rocky mountains winding along the coast. Here is Hoang Hau Beach, also known as Da Trung Beach, famous for its countless unique round smooth stones. Not far away, Bai Xep offers a rustic fishing village space with a crescent-shaped golden sandbank and poetic coconut rows.

Ghenh Rang Tien Sa impresses with its winding rocky beach along the foot of the mountain.

Imprints of Champa Culture and the Tay Son Dynasty

Binh Dinh is home to unique Cham architectural heritages. The Twin Towers, located in the heart of Quy Nhon, are one of eight remaining Cham tower clusters in the province. Banh It Tower, shaped like a traditional cake, was once voted into the list of 1,001 architectural works worth visiting in a lifetime. Meanwhile, Duong Long Tower in the old Tay Son district (now Gia Lai province) is the tallest brick Cham tower cluster in Southeast Asia, a testament to a prosperous period.

Banh It Tower is recognized as a National Architectural and Artistic Monument.

This land is also the cradle of the Tay Son uprising movement. Quang Trung Museum, built on the old house of the three Tay Son brothers, is a place to preserve many precious artifacts and commemorate the hero Quang Trung. The museum is open daily from 7am - 11:30am and 1:30pm - 5pm.

Quang Trung Museum is where many artifacts associated with the Tay Son uprising movement are kept.

Back to Nature and Spiritual Place

Not only the sea, Binh Dinh's nature is also diverse with lagoons, lakes and sand dunes. Thi Nai lagoon is the largest saltwater lagoon in the old Binh Dinh province (now Gia Lai province), famous for its mangrove ecosystem and Thi Nai sea-crossing bridge. Phuong Mai sand dunes offer the experience of a miniature desert with long stretches of fine white sand.

Phuong Mai sand hill has a wild and attractive landscape.

If you love green spaces, Ham Ho tourist area and Nui Mot lake are destinations not to be missed. Ham Ho is surrounded by primeval forest, suitable for activities such as trekking and kayaking. Nui Mot lake has a wild, peaceful beauty with a large water surface and Ba Na villages along the lake.

Nui Mot Lake is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Binh Dinh province.

Binh Dinh is also home to many sacred pagodas. Ong Nui Pagoda (Linh Phong Son Tu) attracts visitors with the largest sitting Buddha statue in Southeast Asia. Thien Hung Pagoda impresses with its ancient royal architecture and 12-storey bell tower, while Long Khanh Pagoda, over 300 years old, is an ancient Asian architectural work in the heart of the city.

Ong Nui Pagoda is famous for the largest sitting Buddha statue in Southeast Asia.

Practical Experience for the Trip

To have a complete trip, visitors should note the following points:

• Ideal time: The best time to explore Binh Dinh is from March to September, when the weather is dry, sunny and the sea is calm, favorable for outdoor activities.
• Dress: When visiting beaches, prepare hats, sunglasses and sunscreen. For historical sites and temples, choose polite and discreet clothing.
• Transportation: From the center of Quy Nhon, you can easily rent a motorbike or car to travel to the attractions. Some islands such as Cu Lao Xanh or Hon Seo require traveling by canoe or boat of local people.

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