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15 fascinating insights about Nha Trang tourism shared on Herdailydigest.com will give you a deeper understanding of this famous coastal tourist city of Vietnam.
Nha Trang, my mother's hometown, holds a special place in my heart. I've always cherished this sunny and beautiful city in Khanh Hoa province, and I often visit whenever I get the chance. I feel incredibly fortunate to explore Nha Trang, indulging in its culture and cuisine as a true local. The following 15 intriguing experiences are my personal encounters with Nha Trang tourism, and I hope you find them fascinating too.
15 fascinating insights about Nha Trang tourism
1. Nha Trang Beach consistently ranks high on lists of the world's best beaches. For instance, Nha Trang was among the top 3 beaches worldwide in a survey conducted by Expedia.com.au in 2011.
2. Local residents enjoy swimming at the beach at dawn or around 5 to 6 in the evening.
Feel free to park your motorcycles and bicycles on the sidewalk, right by the beach, without worrying about theft.
Besides the famous islands in Nha Trang like Hon Tam, Hon Mun, Hon Tre,… there are still many beautiful uninhabited islands here. If you're bold enough, you can embark on an adventure similar to 'Robinson Crusoe'.
Nha Trang is a land of many vibrant festivals, especially the Po Nagar Festival - considered one of the 16 major festivals in Vietnam, taking place from the 21st to the 23rd of March in the lunar calendar annually.
The Vinpearl cable car stretches 3,320 meters, making it one of the longest cable car routes over water in the world. You'll experience riding at a height of 60 meters above sea level when visiting Vinpearl Land.
In the rural areas of Nha Trang, you'll find shops selling delicious and fragrant 'banh uot' (wet rice cakes), perhaps the cheapest street food in Vietnam at only… 500 dong per piece.
Tran Phu Street is regarded as the most beautiful road in Nha Trang. There are plenty of beautiful hotels along this street, and you just need to cross the road to reach the beach.
Local folks often call plastic bags 'bị', an amusing term unlike anywhere else.
At the entrance to Nha Trang city, you'll be greeted by the majestic ancient 'Dau Doi' tree, over 200 years old, standing about 30 meters tall. This tree is considered a symbol of the region's strength and its people.
Exploring Hon Tam in Nha Trang during Tet (Lunar New Year), you'll be surprised by the beauty of the Apricot Blossoms, a type of tree planted along the rocky slopes. Apricot Blossoms have a pink color, somewhat resembling cherry blossoms, but what's most special about them is that this flower can be processed into food, often used as a salad ingredient with vinegar.
Dam Market is the largest and most uniquely designed market area in the central area of Nha Trang city. You can find all the specialties and souvenirs here, and always remember to haggle before buying anything.
If you ask an elderly person in Nha Trang the question 'What color is the ocean?', you'll receive the answer 'The color of the ocean is the color of the sky'.
People in Nha Trang go to bed quite early. Only the central area of the city and the bars are bustling at night.
Indulge in the delightful specialty dish found only in Nha Trang, the Jellyfish Noodle Soup.
As per San San (Herdailydigest.com)
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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour
MytourNovember 20, 2015
