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Hai Phong has long been renowned as the largest port in the northern region, one of the country's leading economically developed provinces, and a popular hub for tourism and culture. The city boasts a rich and diverse natural landscape, featuring stunning tropical monsoon seascapes. When thinking about Hai Phong tourism, one immediately recalls its beautiful beaches, stretching along the city's coastline with famous names beloved by both domestic and international visitors.
Cat Ba Archipelago
Cat Ba, located in the Cat Hai district, lies to the south of Ha Long Bay, approximately 30 kilometers from the center of Hai Phong. Known as the green gem of the Gulf of Tonkin, visitors can reach the island by high-speed boat or ferry. Cat Ba comprises around 366 islands of various sizes, offering a chance to immerse oneself in the lush greenery of its tropical forests and the cool, crystal-clear beaches. The island features pristine forests with a rich variety of vegetation, limestone mountains, and serene beaches like Cat Co 1, Cat Co 2, Cat Dua (Monkey Island Beach), and Cat Ong, forming a stunning natural masterpiece that seems like a gift from nature to Hai Phong.
A visit to Cat Ba Island, a popular travel destination near Hai Phong, offers not only fresh air but also an opportunity to savor delicious seafood dishes such as squid, oysters, razor clams, shrimp, and crabs, all at reasonable prices.
The town center is the heart of the island, featuring numerous hotels, restaurants, supermarkets, and premium entertainment venues. In the evening, visitors can stroll around the town and shop at the Cat Ba night market while enjoying tasty local snacks.
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Do Son Beach
Do Son Beach is located 23 kilometers southeast of Hai Phong. This picturesque location features rocky outcrops towering over 100 meters, fine sandy beaches, and rows of casuarina trees whispering by the shore, making it an ideal destination for both local and international visitors. Historically, Do Son was a popular retreat for King Bao Dai.
Do Son is a well-known tourist spot equipped with complete facilities, including homes, hotels, and utilities. Visitors not only enjoy the beach but can also savor delicious local dishes, experience mountain climbing, and admire the majestic scenery surrounding the beaches.
Tourists can also visit the Dấu Island resort to view the century-old lighthouse or enjoy premium services on the artificial Hoa Phuong Island, along with the historic No.1 pier.
Trang Kenh
Located in a limestone mountain range, the Trang Kenh Temple is set against a backdrop of majestic natural landscapes. This temple complex consists of three temples and a Buddhist pagoda following the Truc Lam Zen tradition.
The Trang Kenh Temple is situated on the right bank of the Bach Dang River, offering a mild and pleasant climate year-round. The area is also home to numerous beautiful caves, and the site is often referred to as 'Ha Long on land' due to its collection of rocky mountains along the riverbanks and marshes.
When visiting Trang Kenh as part of an affordable Hai Phong tour, guests can take a boat to the historic Bang Dang River to explore its vital role in the resistance against invaders. You can also visit the temple grounds, intricately designed by skilled craftsmen, blending perfectly with the natural beauty that attracts visitors year after year.
Elephant Mountain
Elephant Mountain is an ideal destination in Hai Phong, featuring a series of high, interwoven hills and rocks that curve gracefully, located 20km from the city center. The mountain is home to numerous beautiful caves, with stunning stalactites that hang down in a myriad of shapes. The air around the Elephant Mountain area is incredibly fresh and cool, providing a sense of calm where all worries fade into the void.
If visitors come to Elephant Mountain during festival seasons, they will also have the opportunity to join the local people in experiencing and listening to folk legends that celebrate patriotism and the history of the nation. Visitors can also witness solemn ceremonies and participate in special cultural activities that honor and commemorate the heroes who fought to protect this land.
Leaning Pier
The Leaning Pier, also known as the unmarked pier, holds historical significance. It was at this location that the last colonial French soldiers boarded to leave Vietnam, marking it as a historic site, a testament to the heroic struggle of the Vietnamese people against foreign invaders.
Today, the Leaning Pier has become a popular tourist destination, known for its picturesque landscape and serene natural beauty. It is an ideal spot for visitors looking to relax and enjoy a short domestic trip in Hai Phong.
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