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Situated approximately 8 kilometers from Phan Rang city, Nam Cuong sand dunes have long been a sought-after destination for numerous travelers. Discover what makes Nam Cuong sand dunes so captivating through this insightful article!
Where exactly are the Nam Cuong sand dunes located?
The mesmerizing Nam Cuong Sand Hill spans approximately 700 hectares, nestled in Tuấn Tú hamlet, An Hải commune, Ninh Phước district, Ninh Thuận province. Departing from Phan Rang city, travelers can reach Nam Cuong within a 30-minute motorbike ride. Despite its proximity to the city, this hidden gem remains relatively unknown and untouched by tourism, thus preserving its inherent pristine beauty.
What makes Nam Cuong Sand Hill so captivating?
Unlike the prominent Mũi Né Sand Dunes or the praised 'sand mobility' of Quảng Bình, Nam Cuong quietly conceals itself behind winding roads, bamboo groves, vineyards, and apple orchards. Yet, one of its fascinating characteristics that sets it apart is its ever-changing landscape, transforming hour by hour, day by day. With a strong gust of wind sweeping across the golden sand, the graceful curves of the dunes ripple, creating an enchanting and uniquely mesmerizing sight, resembling distant undulating waves.
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The most breathtaking moment to behold the sand dunes is at sunrise. At this time, the first rays of indigo sunlight gradually spread across the golden sands, illuminating distinct layers in shades of bright and dark, then gradually tinged with a pale orange hue. Some areas lie flat and stark, while others rise tall and obscure the horizon, and some undulate with graceful curves.
If fortunate enough to visit the sand dunes on windy days, travelers will have the opportunity to witness the constantly changing and surprisingly fast transformations of the landscape. The expansive sand dunes stretch like ethereal silk in the sunshine and wind.
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From the towering peaks of the dunes, one can gaze out to the deep blue East Sea and to the southwest lies Chà Bang, the legendary mountain range of the Cham people. Ascending the lofty sand dunes, travelers will be treated to an impressive vista, capturing the very best that the desert has to offer. The four directions of Nam Cuong Sand Hill are enveloped by mountains, sea, villages, and rice fields, orchards, creating a unique ambiance for artistic inspiration when visitors step foot on this land.
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The sprawling sand dunes stretch endlessly to the distant horizon like a dreamy peach silk ribbon in the sun and wind. With each step on the sand dunes, one feels the 'gentleness' of the tiny grains of sand, soft and smooth like velvet embracing the feet, enticing and inviting, lingering. And then... footprints in the sand become trails, only to be erased by the wind overnight.
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Nam Cuong sand hills are closely intertwined with the daily life of the Cham ethnic people. The most beautiful sight for visitors here is the Cham girls wearing conical hats, gracefully walking through the sandy hills; and the shepherd boys herding sheep in the green fields under the peaceful and simple evening shadows.
An engaging activity when visiting Nam Cuong sand dunes is hunting for sand lizards. These Phan Rang sand lizards resemble fluffy geckos, but with smoother skin adorned with dark green spots. They are incredibly fast and only inhabit sand caves, making them adept at burrowing. To hunt them, locals use slender rods and digger sticks to flush them out, then shoot them with slingshot bullets, injuring them before tying them up with cords.
There are many delicious dishes made from sand lizards
Sand lizards in Ninh Thuan are considered a delicacy and a medicinal remedy, capable of being transformed into various tasty dishes such as salads, grilled dishes, grilled with lemongrass and chili, steamed, congee... Sand lizard eggs are listed among the finest delicacies, always sought after by food enthusiasts for their rich but not overpowering flavor, leaving diners always wanting more.
Leaving Nam Cuong sand dunes, there are still many other interesting places to explore in Ninh Thuan that you shouldn't miss on your trip such as the historical site of Po Klong Garai Tower, Vinh Hy Bay, Ca Na Beach, My Nghiep traditional weaving village, Bau Truc pottery village,...
Poklong Garai Tower (photo by st)
Vinh Hy Bay (photo by st)
Here are the travel experiences of Nam Cuong sand dunes that Vntrip.vn has compiled. Hopefully, with these experiences, you will have a joyful trip to this white sand region with many interesting memories.
