Go Co Village – A centuries-old settlement in Quang Ngai.

Go Co Village boasts a history of thousands of years, located in Pho Thanh ward, Duc Pho town, Quang Ngai. This coastal village still retains its simple wooden homes and pristine natural surroundings.

Introduction to Go Co Village

Go Co Village lies along the Sa Huynh coastline. It is an attractive community-based tourism destination with customs, traditions, and cultural intersections of Dong Son, Champa, and Sa Huynh. The enduring cultural essence of these three periods seems to linger in every inch of the land and in the very bloodline of its people. The land of Go Co has witnessed significant historical transformations, from the trials of prolonged resistance wars to a period of near-forgotten obscurity, before experiencing a remarkable resurgence.

The village was discovered by both local and international experts in 2017. A survey team was there to establish the Sa Huynh cultural space and present it to UNESCO for recognition as a World Heritage site. At that time, the village was almost unknown to the public. Experts concluded that the Go Co area, along with the An Khe lagoon, is the heart of the Sa Huynh culture. This is followed by the Champa culture, marked by numerous relics such as stone roads, Champa wells, inscriptions, stone walls, Champa towers, and stone-based irrigation systems.

Best time to visit Go Co Village

In 2018, the residents of Go Co Village began learning the ropes of community-based tourism. By 2019, they formed a community tourism cooperative, and in 2020, the village was recognized as a 3-star tourism destination under the OCOP standards. They have meticulously organized groups to offer services such as homestays. Today, anyone in the village can engage in tourism to supplement their income. The village has undergone a transformation and now proudly bears the name ‘Heritage Park Village’, reflecting the values of a miniature geological park.

The climate in the village is distinctly divided into two seasons due to the influence of the Northeast and Southwest monsoons. The dry season, which corresponds to summer, typically runs from April to early September. During this time, the weather is mostly dry with calm, clear seas and sunny days. This period is considered the best time to visit Go Co. Travelers should remember to pack a light jacket, a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water.

How to get to Go Co Village

Go Co Village is located in the Sa Huynh region. When asking for directions to Go Co, simply mention Sa Huynh, and the locals will easily guide you there.

By Air:

There are flights from Hanoi/Ho Chi Minh to Chu Lai operated by Vietjet and Vietnam Airlines. After arriving at Chu Lai airport, take a bus to Quang Ngai city, and then catch bus route 2 to Sa Huynh. Bus tickets range from 7,000 VND to 34,000 VND. Alternatively, you can land at Phu Cat airport (Binh Dinh) and continue your journey to the village by either bus or car rental.

By Bus:

If you're traveling from the north, you can choose bus companies like Hoang Long, Sao Vang, Chin Nghia, or Phuong Trang. For those coming from the south, you can head to the Eastern Bus Station in Ho Chi Minh City and buy tickets to Sa Huynh, Quang Ngai with bus services such as Chin Nghia, Phuong Trang, Tuan Tu, Rang Dong, or Hoang Huy.

By Train:

For a scenic journey, you can take the train to either Duc Pho or Quang Ngai stations. Afterward, board bus route number 2 to the Cây Xoài intersection on the national highway and take a motorcycle taxi for a quick 5-minute ride into the village. For groups traveling by minibus (7-35 seats), there’s a new road running along the An Khe Lagoon that goes directly to the village.

According to Mytour.vn

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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour.vn