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Ban Than Cape, situated in Tam Hai commune (within Nui Thanh town, Quang Nam province), stands as a picturesque Hoi An tourist spot that travelers should not miss. It's likened to a precious gem hidden amidst the untouched fishing village by the sea, waiting to be explored by nature lovers and adventurers.
Ban Than Cape – The Hidden Precious Gem in the Fishing Village
Located over 10km east of Nui Thanh town, Ban Than Cape is renowned as a famous landmark in Tam Hai island and Hoi An tourist destination in general. The locals marvel at the smooth, glistening black rocks reflecting the sunlight, creating a mystical atmosphere reminiscent of coal. Hence, the name Ban Than Cape emerged and gradually became familiar to the people.
This place features numerous colossal rock formations with peculiar shapes, resembling sea monsters drifting ashore from afar. Standing out amidst the rocky expanse is a towering black rock wall, over 42m above sea level, composed of stacked slabs extending for 2 km. Thanks to the clever arrangement by the hand of nature, the scenic beauty here appears like an exquisite feng shui painting, offering a fantastic spectacle for visitors to admire and explore.
Against the backdrop of deep blue sea, blackish-brown rock walls emerge with strange ornate patterns, irresistibly captivating. Under the influence of the ocean waves, the rock formations of Ban Than Cape split into two distinct areas. The Nồm beach consists of two elongated rocky outcrops reaching out into the sea, locally known as Mr. Đụn and Mrs. Che. On the North beach, tourists will encounter rock slabs taking the adorable forms of sea lions, sea turtles, and more.
Particularly, around the tourist spot of Ban Than Cape, there is a vast coral reef stretching over 10 km. This place is perfect for engaging in thrilling recreational activities: diving to admire coral reefs, catching lobsters, and various types of shells.
Though not widely known, Ban Than Cape has become a preferred Hoi An tourist destination for those who love exploration and appreciate nature.
What to See at Ban Tham Cape?
With its pristine and picturesque scenery, Ban Than Cape always ranks among the enticing Hoi An destinations for explorative-minded travelers.
Visiting Ban Than Cape provides travelers with the opportunity to witness a dreamy natural landscape. Along the Tam Hai coastline for about 4 km, you'll encounter two small islands known as Mang Island and Dua Island. Between Mang Island and Dua Island stretches Lao Ho Reef with an underwater coral strip at a depth of about 3 meters. Further south, near Ly Son Island, Quang Ngai, lies Cham Island.
In the evening, the two islands light up with a red hue of basaltic soil and a lush green color of seaweed, harmoniously combined with each wave lapping against the rocks, creating a mesmerizing scenic beauty reminiscent of seaflower, enchanting every onlooker.
For adventure enthusiasts, don't miss the chance to stand atop Ban Than Cape and admire the scenery. From here, just cast your gaze to witness an expansive seascape, with the distant outline of Cu Lao Cham Island and the faint silhouette of Hon Ong beyond the vast ocean.
Moreover, to the west of Ban Than Cape lies a picturesque coconut palm forest—a wonderful place for travelers to cool off, chat, and experience the serene life of the peaceful fishing village. With the potential to develop into an eco-tourism destination in the future, this area will become an ideal tourist spot in Hoi An for nature lovers.
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