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However, even with those wonders alone, it's still not enough, because somewhere on this beautiful S-shaped land, one encounters similar scenes. What makes Mui Ne so famous can be called 'heavenly fate'.
By chance, Nature had chosen Mui Ne as the best place to observe the clearest total solar eclipse on the fateful day of October 25, 1995. Many people, including scientists and astronomy enthusiasts from all over the world, flocked here to witness the eclipse.
And in the end, they were not only satisfied with the fascinating phenomenon of the universe but also deeply impressed by the scenery of a pristine beach typical of the tropical region. Since that day, Mui Ne has officially 'connected fate' with tourism. From a 'rustic girl', in an instant, Mui Ne has 'upgraded' to a 'stylish figure' attracting the attention of the world.
A series of resorts sprang up like mushrooms after the rain following that eclipse event, from Western resorts to local ones, from internationally acclaimed five-star resorts to 'thousand-star resorts' only in name. Among the foreign tourists visiting Mui Ne, the Russians are undoubtedly the most numerous. They also invest heavily in tourism infrastructure here. Restaurants, hotels, and souvenir shops in Mui Ne are full of Russian language. Shopkeepers, whether in upscale shops or street vendors, all know a few common Russian phrases to greet tourists.
Mui Ne is divided into two distinct areas, including the luxurious area with resorts and high-end restaurants on Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street and the more affordable area along Huynh Thuc Khang Street stretching to Hon Rom. Actually, this division is relatively relative because in the affordable area for domestic tourists, there are also internationally acclaimed resorts, but the density of resorts here is not as high as in the first area.
Nguyen Dinh Chieu Street is indeed a true Western street with countless resorts, restaurants, hotels, and upscale bars lining both sides. Of course, all resorts are located on the beach, where tourists can indulge in the clear and warm waters of the Phan Thiet sea all year round. The lifestyle here is therefore very luxurious and very 'Western', simply because everything Western is Western.
The Vietnamese guests in this area make up a relatively small proportion and usually only those with ample wealth choose this place for vacation. It wouldn't surprise anyone if suddenly down the street there's an overly enthusiastic Russian guy standing on a Jeep, blasting his loudspeaker at full volume to initiate some kind of fun movement, regardless of the bewildered guests from other countries not understanding what's happening. Russians here are as natural as they are at home.
The working-class area on Huynh Thuc Khang Street is a whole different world. Here, there are no glittering lights from fancy restaurants illuminating the street day and night, nor are there extravagant resorts, but instead, there are countless hotels large and small with prices suitable for domestic guests and backpackers. Of course, the seawater here is not as clear as the section above, but compared to the beaches in Vung Tau, it is much more beautiful. This is also where we chose to stop when we came to Mui Ne.
An appealing point in this area is the plethora of eateries with very affordable prices. Just a short run down towards the Mui Ne market, you can reach the 'paradise' of the freshest and most delicious seafood at unbeatable prices. Clams, squid, scallops are the most famous and delicious types. Lobsters are also sold on the roadside, at fairly cheap prices, and of course, follow the rule of 'you get what you pay for'. The most interesting part is in the early morning, just take the trouble to go to the dock area with a few tens of thousands in hand, and you'll immediately have a satisfying meal with a variety of freshly caught seafood from the night before.
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Source: Travel guide from Mytour – According to Dantri.com.vn
MytourJune 26, 2015
