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Chup Chai Mountain is a familiar symbol of Phu Yen province, located approximately 4km from the heart of Tuy Hoa city. Apart from well-known attractions like Ghenh Da Dia, Long Thuy Beach, Vung Ro, and the Nhạn Tower, make sure to explore Chup Chai Mountain and savor the special goat meat delicacy here.
1. Phu Yen travel: A visit to the mountain that... attracts lightning
Chup Chai Mountain stands about 391 meters tall, resembling a giant needle-like tower emerging in the suburban plains of Tuy Hoa city. The ascent to the mountain is relatively short but steep.
In the late months of the year, drizzling rain adds a touch of mist to the mountain top, creating a picturesque scene amidst the trees. During this time, Chup Chai Mountain looks like a fairyland when viewed from above, offering a panoramic view of Tuy Hoa city.
However, due to the mountain's summit housing a system of TV broadcasting towers, radio transmitters, military radar, etc., for the entire city, it is quite common to experience lightning strikes during the rainy season. Hence, locals playfully refer to the mountain as the 'sky-struck mountain.' A piece of advice for you when traveling to Phu Yen and climbing this mountain is to be cautious when using your mobile phone.
2. Goat meat... authentic delight
Surrounding Chup Chai Mountain are numerous eateries offering dishes made from locally-raised goat meat. The goats are nurtured on the mountain slopes, and their meat is skillfully transformed into delectable dishes.
From steamed, grilled, skewered to various stews and stir-fries, all made from fresh and high-quality goat meat with unique cooking techniques, each dish carries a distinct and delightful flavor compared to goat meat dishes elsewhere.
Some dishes you should try when visiting:
Steamed goat with fig leaves: The first notable aspect of this dish is the dipping sauce, with two options - soy sauce or shrimp paste, both prepared by the restaurant. You'll be impressed as it is served with two hot bowls of flavorful, not overly intense, dipping sauces, accompanied by fresh goat meat, ginger, a variety of herbs, and of course, fig leaves. This dish appeals to the palate with the combination of the unique flavors of various herbs blending with the delicious aroma of goat meat.
Grilled goat in betel leaves: This dish involves intricate preparation. The goat meat is finely minced, seasoned to perfection, including lemongrass and sesame, then wrapped in betel leaves and grilled until fully cooked. Particularly, white rock salt is used to dip this grilled goat, as betel leaves have a distinctive fragrant and rich taste, well-known in the Central region. In Phu Yen, there's also a dish featuring chicken cooked with betel leaves, becoming a beloved specialty.
Beer-stewed goat neck: Succulent goat neck meat simmered in a flavorful broth infused with beer, complemented by a medley of vegetables, dried grapes, served with bread. This dish boasts a uniquely delicious aroma and offers therapeutic relief, reducing fatigue and providing a cooling sensation.
Additionally, there are many other delectable dishes such as skewered grilled goat, tender goat ribs, steamed goat legs, all priced around 80,000 VND. After relishing these aromatic goat dishes, don't forget to enjoy a glass of pure fresh goat milk.
As featured on KEM (Traveltimes.vn)
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourSeptember 16, 2014
