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Endless stretches of pristine beaches, gentle and refreshing streams, and cascading waterfalls with foamy white spray await travelers in Hue on hot sunny days.
Lang Co Beach
Situated 70km south of Hue and 20km north of Da Nang, Lang Co has long been renowned as one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam. It boasts over 10km of white sandy shores and crystal-clear blue waters. From April to July, the atmosphere here is pleasant and cool.
Visitors to Lang Co can enjoy activities such as fishing and snorkeling. Indulge in local delicacies like crab noodle soup, vermicelli with crab and pork, or the famous Lang Co blood cockles.
Thuan An Beach
Where the Perfume River flows into the Tam Giang and then flows into the East Sea, about 13 km east of Hue Imperial City, King Thieu Tri ranked it as the 10th beauty spot in the Twenty Scenes of the Imperial Capital.
Approximately 30 minutes by motorbike from the city center, Thuan An Beach stretches 12 km with gentle and cool waves. Visitors usually come here from April to September, during the hottest weather.
Travelers can rent tents and stay wild right on the beach, immersing themselves in the cool water. At night, you can stroll along the beach or savor the taste of freshly grilled seafood on the fragrant charcoal stove.
Canh Duong Beach
From Hue, take National Highway 1A south for about 70 km to the area of Loc Tien commune (Phu Loc). From here, turn left and go about 8 km further to Canh Duong Beach, located next to Chan May port in Loc Vinh commune.
Stretching over 8,000 meters, about 200 meters wide, the fine white sandy beach, with rows of umbrella pines casting shade, and the crystal-clear sea create a dreamy natural landscape that captivates every visitor's heart. Coming to Canh Duong Beach is embracing the pristine beauty, enjoying the fresh and gentle air, dispelling the heat, fatigue, and the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Moreover, visitors will be captivated by a variety of fresh and affordable seafood such as steamed clams, grilled squid, shrimp, catfish, and more.
Vinh Thanh Beach
Located 30 km southeast of Hue city, Vinh Thanh Beach blends sunlight with blue skies, white clouds, rhythmic waves, foamy white splashes, a stretch of white sand, and deep blue sea.
With convenient transportation, clean beaches, and affordable fresh seafood, Vinh Thanh is the choice of many travelers, especially during the summer.
Ham Rong Beach
Situated across the Tam Giang estuary in Cau Hai, belonging to Vinh Hien commune (Phu Loc), Ham Rong Beach is a destination that every visitor wishes to return to after their first visit.
Although lacking the 'brand' of beaches like Lang Co, Canh Duong, and Thuan An, Ham Rong Beach boasts a quite beautiful location and poetic landscape. With the nearly 800-meter-high Linh Thai mountain as a backdrop, adorned with lush, winding forests embracing the nearly 6 km long beach. There are three beaches here: Ham Rong Beach, Dong Duong Beach, and Dam Beach.
The sea at Ham Rong is always crystal clear, adorned with large and small rock formations stacked on top of each other, creating a beautiful natural scenery. Visitors can freely immerse themselves in the cool water, frolic with the silver waves to chase away fatigue and heat.
Elephant Spring
From Hue city, head south 60 km, or from Da Nang, go 40 km, then drive another 3 km west, across Thua Luu district, Loc Tien commune, Phu Loc district, Thua Thien Hue, following a small concrete road, visitors will reach Elephant Spring. It is a spring with many large waterfalls pouring down under a thick primeval forest.
The spring is named Elephant Spring because there is a rock that looks exactly like an elephant with its trunk drinking water at the foot of the waterfall. There is also a water pond named Elephant Pond, a natural bathing pool about 30 m2 wide, over 2 m deep, situated between two waterfalls. The cool, clear water allows visibility to the bottom.
About 1 km upstream from here is Da Bang Spring. At the head of the Da Bang waterfall, visitors can freely explore nature, then go fishing for carp, pick giang leaves to cook sour soup, or boil watercress dipped in anchovy fish sauce.
Truoi Lake Stream
From Hue city, heading to Truoi Bridge in Loc Hoa commune, Phu Loc district, turn right for an additional 10 km, and you'll encounter the summit of Bach Ma, perennially shrouded in white clouds. Beneath Bach Ma's feet lies the azure Truoi Lake stretching as far as the eye can see.
Four streams, namely Hop Hai, Vung Thong, Ong Vien, and Ba Trai, flow into Truoi Lake, each boasting its own unique beauty.
During the hot summer, hundreds of visitors come here daily for sightseeing and outdoor activities. Within the stream, tourists can immerse themselves in the cool, refreshing water, participate in activities like fishing and casting nets, which are extremely attractive. Enjoying grilled fish or delicious fresh fish porridge made from their hard-earned catch is a delightful experience.
Nhi Ho Waterfall
Nhi Ho Waterfall is located in Hoa Mau hamlet, Loc Tri commune (Phu Loc), about 45 km south of the city center of Hue, approximately 4 km from National Highway 1A. The waterfall resembles a natural masterpiece with cascading falls from the mountain creating two adjacent cool, green lakes.
For quite some time, Nhi Ho has drawn numerous tourists, especially the younger generation, seeking refuge from the summer heat, immersing themselves in nature, and savoring the rich local specialties.
Notably, the convenient location of Nhi Ho Waterfall allows tourists to combine visits to other places like Truoi Dam – Elephant Spring – Lang Co.
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Source: Travel Guide Mytour – By: DNSG
MytourJune 28, 2013
