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Yang Bay is an ecotourism area located approximately 45km from the center of Nha Trang. With fresh air, majestic natural scenery, and a variety of recreational activities and delicious cuisine, Yang Bay stands out as a special destination.
Yang Bay - A Unique Ecotourism Destination Not to Miss in Nha Trang
The Yang Bay Ecotourism Area is located in Ngã Hai village, Khánh Phú commune, Khánh Vĩnh district, Khánh Hòa province. It attracts a diverse range of tourists who enjoy new experiences alongside exploring the city of Nha Trang. There are numerous experiences to enjoy at Yang Bay, such as waterfall bathing, watching cultural shows of the Raglai people, mud bathing, and indulging in local cuisine.
The first highlight to mention is the deity tree. No one knows when the deity tree appeared, but it is estimated to be over 500 years old. The deity tree is a spiritual symbol deeply ingrained in the lives of the Raglai people. Locals believe that the deity tree has 8 faces representing 8 aspects of life: health, love, career, education, family, wealth, aspirations, and peace of mind.
The Raglai people believe that the deity tree is highly responsive, so they often come to offer incense and prayers. Therefore, when visiting Yang Bay, you have the opportunity to convey your wishes by tying red and yellow silk ribbons onto the sacred deity tree.
Discover the beloved attraction at Yang Bay, the 80m-high Yang Bay waterfall, stretching 2,000m. It's the main waterfall in the trio of Yang Bay, Yang Khang, Ho Cho. The cascade resembles a strip of white silk draped across a green garment when viewed from above. According to the Raglai people, Yang Bay translates to 'heavenly waterfall'. Beneath the waterfall lies a wide water pond where visitors can immerse themselves or enjoy underwater activities.
Located in Khanh Vinh district, where 70% of the population are Raglai, Yang Bay vividly portrays the traditional culture of the Raglai people. Visitors can delve into Raglai culture through traditional costumes, stilt houses, dances, and musical performances. Not only can they enjoy performances on stage, but they can also engage directly in playing traditional musical instruments and join the dance troupe like authentic Raglai villagers.
The Yang Bay tourist area is blessed with natural mineral mud springs containing numerous beneficial minerals. The mineral mud is extracted using modern equipment and utilized as a beauty and healthcare service. Visitors can enjoy the majestic mountainous scenery while immersing themselves in the soft, smooth mud layer and applying high-quality cosmetic mud masks.
Visitors can further experience the sensation of immersing themselves in natural hot mineral water flowing from the earth's core, at the Ho-cho waterfall area of Yang Bay. The moderate warmth provides a comfortable sensation and health benefits, alleviating joint pain, promoting rosy, smooth skin. With high mineral content, soaking in hot mineral water is highly beneficial for your health.
Additionally, there is a bird garden with over 1000 birds of various species such as swallows, quails, bulbuls, Taiwan barbets, parrots, pigeons, doves, and pheasants. Visitors not only have the opportunity to admire various bird species but also get the chance to hand-feed the birds and try riding ostriches.
When you visit Yang Bay, don't miss the chance to spend a night here. After a day filled with exciting activities like waterfall rappelling, mineral bathing, ostrich riding... the night turns into a grand forest feast. If you're with family or friends, the night at Yang Bay will be an unforgettable memory with lively singing and dancing around the roaring campfire.
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Reference: Travel guide by Mytour
MytourFebruary 23, 2023
