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Wondering about the whereabouts of Phu Quoc?Is Phu Quoc a district or which province does it belong to? These are the hot topics that have caught the interest of many readers online. To provide answers to these questions, please read through the following article. Surely, the information below will make your trip more enjoyable.
Where is Phu Quoc exactly?
The Enchanting Beauty of Phu Quoc Island (Photo by ST)
Phu Quoc, an island separated from the mainland, stands as the largest island in Vietnam, covering an expansive area of 574km². Situated in the southwest of Vietnam and nestled within the Gulf of Thailand, the island spans from 9º53′ to 10º28′ latitude north and 103º49′ to 10405′ longitude east.
Phu Quoc Island is in close proximity to Cambodia, approximately 14 nautical miles from the shores of Kampot province. In terms of our country, the island is 65 nautical miles (equivalent to 120km) from Rạch Giá city and about 25 nautical miles (equivalent to 45km) from Hà Tiên town.
Which province does Phu Quoc belong to?
Rowing in the Waters of Phu Quoc (Photo by ST)
Known as the Emerald Isle, Phu Quoc boasts a collection of 22 small islands that collectively form the Phu Quoc District, Kieng Giang Province. Among them, Phu Quoc Island holds the title for the largest land area in Vietnam. The island is currently home to two major towns, An Thoi and Duong Dong, along with eight communes. According to the 2015 statistics from Kieng Giang Province, the island's population has reached 102,000 people.
Indulge in a resort getaway on Phu Quoc Island (Photo by ST)
Phu Quoc Island Travel Guide Map
As the largest island in our country, exploring all the beauty of this island is no simple task. Therefore, having a map or a travel guidebook for Phu Quoc will help tourists easily and comfortably discover the beauty of this charming island.
Phu Quoc Map (Photo by ST)
From the image of the Phu Quoc map above, you can see that the island's terrain stretches down to the South and expands to the West. The Northern part of the island is home to pristine primary forests with a diverse and rich ecosystem. Meanwhile, the Southern part of the island is dotted with many seemingly untouched and attractive beaches.
The town of Duong Dong enjoys a highly convenient location in the heart of Phu Quoc Island. From here, tourists can explore various directions leading to different tourist destinations.
Phu Quoc Travel Map (Photo by ST)
Heading north, travelers will enjoy a cool and refreshing atmosphere, perfect for a resort getaway. If you're looking to have fun at beautiful beaches, the south is the most accurate choice.
Below are some main routes for your reference to explore the tourist attractions of Phu Quoc.
Explore coral reefs underwater in Phu Quoc (Photo by ST)
– National Highway 46: This is the main road connecting the two towns of Duong Dong and An Thoi. Traveling on this route, tourists will pass by some famous attractions in Phu Quoc. Among them are historical sites like Phu Quoc Prison, Bai Sao, Bai Khem, and An Thoi Port. Locals often refer to this road as 'Nguyen Van Cu.'
– National Highway 47: This highway connects the town of Duong Dong with the two communes of Ham Ninh and Duong To. This road also leads to National Highway 46.
Phu Quoc – Paradise Retreat (Photo by ST)
– Nguyen Trung Truc Street: From Duong Dong town, travelers can reach Bai Thom commune via this road.
– Duong Dong - Cua Can - Ganh Dau Route: This road segment connects Duong Dong town with two communes, Ganh Dau and Cua Can. Traveling along this route, tourists can visit tourist attractions such as Bai Dai, Ganh Dau Beach, Vung Bau Beach, Cua Can Beach, and Ong Lang Beach.
Phu Quoc Island - Ideal Check-in Spot (Photo by ST)
– Suoi Cai - Duong Cape Road: This route is a red dirt road that will lead you to the trail of Phu Quoc National Forest. You can also travel from Ganh Dau commune or Nguyen Trung Truc Street.
– Tran Hung Dao Street: If you plan to visit the Long Beach area, this is the road to take.
Admire Dinh Cau Temple from a distance (Photo by ST)
– 30th April Street: One of the main roads in Duong Dong town that will take you to Dinh Cau Temple, National Highway 47, Hung Vuong Street, and Tran Hung Dao Street.
