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Located about 12km from Hue city, Tam Giang lagoon is dubbed as the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia. Tranquil and captivating, Tam Giang lagoon exudes a pristine and serene charm. Many believe that a trip to Hue without visiting Tam Giang lagoon is incomplete. Let's uncover what makes Tam Giang lagoon so mesmerizing for travelers.
Getting to Tam Giang lagoon
Tam Giang lagoon is part of the Tam Giang - Cau Hai lagoon system, spanning across Phong Dien, Huong Tra, Quang Dien, and Phu Vang districts. It is recognized as the largest brackish water lagoon in Southeast Asia, covering an area of 52 square kilometers.
Tam Giang Lagoon shines brilliantly in the dawn, Photo by Etienne Bossot
To reach Tam Giang Lagoon, you can travel by car or motorbike in two directions. One is to take the National Highway 1A or ride through the villages and ancient streets of Hue city. According to backpackers' experience, you should choose this route to enjoy the rural villages, rice fields, and bamboo forests...
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For those stepping foot in Tam Giang Lagoon for the first time, undoubtedly, everyone is excited to witness its beauty. However, some may wonder when is the best time to visit Tam Giang Lagoon.
Rú Chá Forest - a precious remaining mangrove forest on Tam Giang Lagoon
The time from 5:30 am to 5:30 pm daily is the most beautiful and dazzling time at Tam Giang Lagoon. It's best to visit during the dry season for a smoother journey. For a more exciting trip, don't forget to visit the fishing villages of Thai Duong Ha, Ngu My Thach, Rú Chá forest...
Admire the 'spectacular' beauty at the largest lagoon in Southeast Asia
Thinking about watching the sunrise and sunset at the same time is truly amazing, isn't it? Rest assured that before such a scene, hardly anyone can contain their emotions. Because at Tam Giang Lagoon, there are no waves, so when sitting on the boat, you will feel calm and romantic.
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Especially, admiring the lagoon at sunrise or sunset is incredibly beautiful. It's the image of floating docks on the river dyed yellow by the morning light. The purple hue of the sky envelops the shrimp farming lagoon. And the sun gradually turns red on the water's surface, becoming even more golden. Sitting on the boat, you can immerse yourself in the vast sky and water, enjoying this romantic scene like no other.
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Travelers can't help but be amazed by the pristine and romantic beauty of Tam Giang Lagoon. But they also witness the simple and rustic life of the locals here. It's the image of people carefully collecting shrimp, crabs, and fish for their meals.
Floating markets at Tam Giang Lagoon, Photo by @laresidencehue. @hai_nguyenn.
And of course, when you come to Tam Giang Lagoon, don't miss out on the local specialties. The seafood items here such as squid, shrimp, and crab are very fresh, sweet, and firm. Although the seafood is somewhat scarce compared to beaches, the flavor and prices are much cheaper.
Fresh seafood straight from the sea
You can visit Chuon Lagoon (part of the Tam Giang Lagoon system) to enjoy seafood. There are many restaurants here such as Chuon Hoi Quan, Chuon Huong Quan, Chuon Viet Quan,... Amidst the vast sea, enjoying seafood while feeling the breeze is incomparable. If you have the opportunity to visit Hue, don't forget to visit Tam Giang Lagoon.
Posted by: Nguyen Thanh Nghia
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