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Since the success of the movie 'Yellow Flowers on Green Grass,' tourism in Phu Yen has been increasingly recognized and focused on for further development.
Phu Yen Travel: The Ultimate Guide (November 2022 Update)
Phu Yen is a coastal province in the South Central Coast region. In recent years, Phu Yen tourism has become famous for its beautiful and mysterious landscapes. The climate of Phu Yen has two distinct seasons. The rainy season is from September to November and the dry season is from December to August every year. During the summer, Phu Yen tourism reaches its peak.
Transportation and Getting Around
The transportation infrastructure in Phu Yen is increasingly developing, so it's not difficult for you to choose a suitable means of transportation to travel to Phu Yen. You can explore Phu Yen by plane, train, or bus, all of which are reasonable options.
Once you're in Phu Yen, you don't need to worry too much about getting around. To meet the needs of tourists in Phu Yen, transportation services such as shuttle buses or motorbike rentals are very popular, and the prices are quite affordable depending on the type of service.
Refer to the detailed article 'Traveling to Phu Yen: Easy Transportation Tips for Travelers' for more information.
Dong Cam Dam
Dong Cam Dam, situated in the west of Phu Hoa district, spans 688m with over 2,500 large and small items. It has two water channels: the Chinh Bac and Nam channels, irrigating the entire Tuy Hoa rice area covering 220 km². Dong Cam Dam is a structure of both high aesthetic and technical value. It holds significance in terms of economy, history, along with its beautiful landscape and unique architecture. On 09/08/2022, Dong Cam Dam was recognized as a national scenic and historical monument.
Vung Ro Bay
Vung Ro is a small bay located in Hoa Xuan Nam commune, Dong Hoa district, Phu Yen province, situated near the edge of the Deo Ca mountain range. The bay also serves as a natural boundary at sea between Phu Yen and Khanh Hoa provinces. When viewed from the peak of Deo Ca towards the East, Vung Ro Bay captivates visitors with its poetic and majestic scenery, where lush greenery merges with azure waters. The ideal time to visit Vung Ro is during the summer – the season of shrimp and fish, the season of scorching sun which allows visitors to fully appreciate the pristine and serene beauty of this coastal bay.
Mang Lang Church
Mang Lang Church is located approximately 35km from Tuy Hoa city, Phu Yen. It is designed in a Gothic architectural style deeply influenced by Europe. The Mang Lang Church is entirely coated in gray paint, adorned with the color of moss over time. Particularly, Mang Lang Church is noted as the place where the first book in Vietnamese written in the Latin script by the missionary Alexandre de Rhodes is preserved.
Van Hoa Plateau
Van Hoa Plateau is situated approximately 40km from the city center of Tuy Hoa, located at an altitude of over 400m above sea level, hence boasting a cool and refreshing climate, picturesque landscapes, often likened to a 'mini Dalat' of Phu Yen. The natural scenery of Van Hoa Plateau with its numerous lakes and beautiful waterfalls, along with its majestic natural landscapes, will be an ideal destination for you.
Ganh Da Dia
This national scenic spot is a collection of basalt columns arranged closely together, one rock connecting to another on a vast expanse of mysterious black rocks, adjacent to the waves. From a distance, Ganh Da Dia resembles a giant natural beehive, where rocky outcrops protrude into the sea with a unique structure, the rocks here are erected into tightly interlocking columns, all neatly arranged.
Nhan Tower
Nhan Tower is located near the summit of Nhan Mountain on the northern bank of the Da Rang River, belonging to Tuy Hoa city, Phu Yen. It was built around the 12th century. This is one of the rare architectural works of the Cham people that have survived. This artistic architectural structure holds high historical and research value, recognized as a national architectural art monument.
Nghinh Phong Square
Nghinh Phong Square is located at the intersection of Nguyen Huu Tho and Doc Lap streets, in Tuy Hoa city. The architectural structure is inspired by the stacked rock blocks at Ganh Da Dia. The special feature and highlight of Nghinh Phong Square is the Nghinh Phong Tower.
Nghinh Phong Tower faces directly at Nghinh Phong Square, consisting of two tall tower columns, shaped like stacked rock blocks. The space between the two tower columns is just enough for two people to stand and at the same time, this space is calculated to create a 'wind gap'. Every time the wind blows through this gap, it creates a different melody, never the same.
Son Lake artificial reservoir
Son Lake artificial reservoir is located in the Son Lake residential area, along Tran Phu street. This artificial construction was 'born' not long ago with a plan for sustainable urban development to adapt to climate change. The lake not only serves the purpose of regulating water sources but also creates a green, public space for residents, tourists to visit and organize interesting recreational activities. Especially at sunrise and sunset, the sun reflects beautifully onto the lake.
Xep Beach
Xep Beach is located in the north of Tuy Hoa city, about 500m long, beautifully wild with two black rocky cliffs enclosing both ends of the beach. After the success of the film 'Yellow Flowers on Green Grass', the vast scenery in the kite flying scene here by the child characters in the movie has attracted many tourists to visit.
Stone Tablet Mountain
Stone Tablet Mountain, also known as Thach Bi Son or colloquially as Mr. Mountain, is the tallest peak in the Dai Lanh mountain range of the Deo Ca range. The mountain is famous for its giant stone tablet about 80m high at the summit, visible from a distance. Clouds often shroud the stone tablet, creating a majestic and impressive landscape. From here, one can overlook the surrounding sea, seeing Vung Ro of Phu Yen to the south or Van Phong Bay of Khanh Hoa. On clear sunny days, tourists may even catch a glimpse of Nha Trang city.
O Loan Lagoon
O Loan Lagoon is a brackish water lagoon, located right by the sea entrance, about 22km from Tuy Hoa city. Looking down from above, you'll see O Loan Lagoon lying right under the foot of Quan Cau Pass, resembling a phoenix spreading its wings, creating an indescribable beauty here. The most sought-after moments at O Loan Lagoon are sunrise and sunset.
Xuan Dai Bay
Xuan Dai Bay is a small bay located at the foot of Gang Hill in Song Cau town. The bay features several beautiful beaches and pools like Vung La, Vung Su, Vung Chao, along with many islands and peninsulas. The beaches here boast clear and shallow waters, allowing tourists to swim far without danger.
Dai Lanh Lighthouse
Bai Mon - Dai Lanh cape located in Dong Be hamlet, Hoa Tam commune, Dong Hoa district, about 35 km southeast of Tuy Hoa city. Dai Lanh mesmerizes with its pristine Bai Mon, the vast expanse of sandy beaches. The most exciting part is following the trail, climbing up the lighthouse, admiring the expansive azure sea, the slow-moving trains, and the peculiar-shaped rock mountains. Here, you can also welcome the first rays of sunlight across the country.
Spouting Gorge
Spouting Gorge is nestled in the Black Rock mountain range, amidst lush forests and rolling hills, creating a very romantic landscape. Especially from the bottom of the gorge upwards, there are many vertical rock formations. Surrounding the gorge is a pristine forest, and below the gorge are many large rocks that cause the water to splash vigorously. Here, tourists can admire a charming landscape of mountains and water.
Hon Nua Island
Hon Nua Island is located at the foot of Cau Pass, on the border between Phu Yen and Khanh Hoa, with a peak height of 105m above sea level. Not only does it have stunning scenery, but you can also participate in many exciting water activities here. You can come with a group of friends and camping here will also be very enjoyable.
Traditional Festivals in Phu Yen
Ô Loan Lagoon Festival
The Ô Loan Lagoon Boat Racing Festival is held on the 7th day of the 1st lunar month in An Cư commune, Tuy An district. The festival aims to pray for a calm and peaceful year for the local fishermen to harvest abundant seafood.
Horse Racing Festival
The Horse Racing Festival takes place in An Xuân commune on the 6th day of the 1st lunar month. The festival serves as a reminder of the martial spirit of the region, showcasing the indomitable will and extraordinary strength of humans against the majestic nature.
Nhạn Mountain Lantern Poetry Festival
The Nguyen Tieu Night Poetry Festival is a gathering of poetry lovers in Phu Yen. The event takes place at Dien Hong Flower Garden, Hai Phu Library, and Nhan Mountain Courtyard, offering the most romantic and picturesque spaces. It is held on the full moon day of the first lunar month every year.
Buffalo Stabbing Festival
The Buffalo Stabbing Festival is a culturally rich activity of the Ba Na ethnic group, typically held from the last month of the lunar year to the third month of the lunar year. The festival lasts for three days and nights in Dong village, Phu Mo commune, Dong Xuan district, Phu Yen province.
As a coastal region, Phu Yen's delicious dishes are undoubtedly related to seafood. However, this does not mean that other dishes here are inferior. Explore the diverse and abundant cuisine of Phu Yen below.
For more details, check out the article 'Explore the Unique Cuisine of Phu Yen' during your Phu Yen journey.
Blood cockles in O Loan lagoon in Phu Yen are much larger than elsewhere, appearing frequently throughout the year and easy to catch. When catching blood cockles, locals often prepare them into various dishes such as grilled with fat and scallion, grilled with tamarind sauce, stir-fried with salt and chili, or cooked in porridge. You can enjoy the blood cockles while having conversations and admiring the scenic beauty of the landscape, creating a truly delightful experience.
Pork intestine noodle cake
The noodle cake is so essential to Phu Yen that locals say: 'If you haven't tried this dish here, you haven't really visited.' That's the pork intestine noodle cake of Phu Yen. In Phu Yen, the noodle cake is made from rice flour and undergoes a meticulous and elaborate cooking process. It's usually served with scallion fat and accompanied by roasted pork, grilled meat, pork intestines, etc. This dish is indispensable on occasions like festivals, ancestral worship, weddings, temple offerings, and cultural events, reflecting the culinary culture of the region.
Ocean tuna eyes
Ocean tuna eyes are a dish that instantly brings Phu Yen to mind. Although it's a signature dish, tuna eyes often make diners hesitant because they look 'too big and intimidating.' However, once you try this dish, you'll be enchanted by its flavor even after leaving Phu Yen. Each place in Phu Yen has its own cooking method and presentation, but the delicious taste remains consistent.
Sausage made from dông fish
A type of sausage similar to spring rolls but made from dông meat, a small reptile resembling a gecko. It may sound intimidating, but this is a fascinating specialty when traveling to Phu Yen. Catching dông is not easy at all. After catching them, dông are cleaned, skinned, gutted, and have their tails and all legs removed. The dông meat is minced, mixed with spices, and then rolled into sausages. Surely, this will be an extremely enticing dish.
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MytourNovember 10, 2022
