Tourists take souvenir photos at Bau Trang scenic spot. Photo: THIEN LOAN Bau Trang landscape is surrounded by vast sand slopes, running long after each other, interspersed with low forest trees. In the midst of the blazing sun, the soft, smooth sand dunes around the water surface appear with magical beauty. The vast sandbanks and dunes stretch up and down, taking on various shapes, changing every day and every hour due to the impact of the wind, creating new faces and shades. Even in the hot season, visitors still have a very pleasant feeling thanks to the wind carrying the scent of lotus, grass, the salty scent of the sea, etc., which blends into the cool fresh water, forming a typical rustic smell the land here. Looking down from the sand hill, you can’t help but be surprised when you see a lake that is as calm as a mirror with iridescent pink lotus. Lotus here blooms in 4 seasons, but the most beautiful is still summer. Do not miss the opportunity to see the beautiful lotus lake here. Bau Trang landscape has been uniformly protected by Binh Thuan province with an area of ​​​​371.88 hectares. In addition to the beautiful natural landscape, Bau Trang also contains many historical and cultural values ​​associated with the process of exploring, creating and building the lives of generations of local people on this land. . In 2019, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism ranked Bau Trang as a national scenic relic. Many people used to be afraid that lying in the middle of the “small desert” area, Bau Trang would be gradually filled with flying sand, but the wonderful thing of nature, this “oasis” is still beautiful and captivating.

Traveling to the land of sunshine and wind, some people choose to stay at luxurious sea view resorts, fully enjoying high-class services. Meanwhile, many young people like backpacking, discovering the beauty of the sea in their own way. During the last holiday, blogger Mavis Vi Vu Ky (Nguyen Khanh Hoang Anh) traveled with her best friend around the most beautiful beaches in Central Vietnam. On the third day of the trip, the two received information that the epidemic was at risk of resurgence. 9X and close friends ensure a safe journey with full epidemic prevention measures. It helps the “foot-crazy” association to fully enjoy the beautiful scenery along the journey that other forms of tourism do not have. Traveling on sunny and windy roads Blogger Saigon spent 5 days conquering the coastal road of Binh Thuan – Ninh Thuan. This is one of the first roads that Hoang Anh has ever discovered since backpacking. Therefore, this road is associated with many beautiful memories of the female blogger’s youth. Share with Zing About the reason for making a long trip, 9X said: “The most beautiful places are not the destination, but the scenery along the way. Therefore, I chose to travel through the beautiful sea roads. Perhaps the trip would have lost half of its soul if I hadn’t gone by motorbike.” Beautiful roads run along the coast when viewed from above. Starting from Ho Chi Minh City, the 2 girls together conquered 3 unique coastal roads, including Bau Trang, Ca Na – Phan Rang and Vinh Hy – Binh Hung. Covered with immense sand dunes, the highlight of colorful virtual living landscapes, Bau Trang is a road crossing the sea that attracts young people to check-in. Meanwhile, the Ca Na – Phan Rang palace captures the hearts of backpackers with its winding road following the turquoise coast. Vinh Hy – Binh Hung is the coastal road that Hoang Anh is most interested in. On one side is a high cliff, the other side is a clear blue sea at the bottom. “Going for a while, I had to stop to take a few pictures, there were amazingly beautiful scenes,” 9X confided. The sunny weather helps her trip go smoothly. Cung Binh Thuan, Ninh Thuan are not too difficult to go, but the sea road is quite empty and roundabout, so the drivers need to move carefully. “There are quite a few homestays along the way, and the people in the Central region are also friendly, so it’s not difficult to find accommodation or ask for help,” 9X said. Having visited more than 50 provinces on the map of Vietnam, for Mavis, this is the most experienced trip. The landscape is diverse from mountains and sand dunes to the sea and bay. Each place has its own unique features, leaving many unforgettable impressions on young bloggers. 5 days 4 nights discover the beauty of the sea Day 1: HCMC – Phan Thiet – Ong Dia rock beach I departed from Ho Chi Minh City at 8am, arrived in Phan Thiet around 3pm. After stopping to eat fish cake soup, I went to Ong Dia rock to enjoy the wind. This place owns a rocky road with colorful basket boats. After bathing, watching the sunset, in the evening I go for a walk, eat around the city of Phan Thiet, then return to the homestay to rest after a tiring day of driving. Ong Dia rock beach is a familiar destination that attracts young people to check-in in Phan Thiet. Day 2: Mui Ne – Mui Ne fishing village – Bau Trang – flying sand hill – Co Thach beach 7 colors – Mui Dinh Early in the morning of day 2, I rode my motorbike to Mui Ne to hunt for a beautiful sunrise. Note that only the west coast of Mui Ne can see the sunrise directly. After that, I went to Mui Ne fishing village, gathered many boats anchored, creating a poetic scene. The unforgettable experiences in the early morning here are walking down the stairs to the fishing village, feeling the bustling atmosphere in the seafood granaries… Mui Ne fishing village is a place where you can clearly feel the rhythm of life in the coastal area of ​​Binh Thuan. After breakfast, I went back to the homestay to check-out, starting the journey to discover Bau Trang – a coastal road like the West sky. Along the way, I stopped at bright yellow buses to take pictures, then check-in the sand dunes. Here, you will admire the endless stretches of sand desert that change color continuously according to the time of day. Bau Trang is one of the impressive stops on the blogger’s trip. Leaving Bau Trang, I continued to move to Co Thach beach. The sea possesses clear water, above is a strange 7-color pebble beach. I had lunch here, then moved to Mui Dinh. To reach Mui Dinh, I have to take a jeep through the white sand dunes, then walk a bit more. Here, I rented a tent to camp by the beach. At night, I light a campfire, watch the full moon and the starry sky above, listen to the sound of waves lapping against the sand. Day 3: Mui Dinh Lighthouse – wind power field – Dam Vua salt field – Red island – Rai cave – Vinh Hy In the morning of day 3, I got up early to go to Mui Dinh lighthouse to watch the sunrise. To get here, you have to go through a steep path. Climbing to the top, the unspoiled seascape and the M-shaped road winding next to it are captured in full view. The wild and peaceful scene in Mui Dinh. Leaving Mui Dinh, I went to the wind power field, where there are giant “pinwheels” next to the cactus bushes, hidden in the blue sea in the distance. After wandering to take pictures here, I moved to the field. Dam Vua salt, where there are “white fields” – a specialty of the sea. After that, I continued to explore Hon Do cape. Through the sandy roads, Hon Do cape appears beautiful with rocks and green moss, where people often gather to fish. Stepping out onto the mossy beach is the color of clear sea water with strange sea creatures. Ninh Thuan owns unique check-in points. After exploring Red Island, I moved to Rai Cave, watching the sunset gradually fall on the rocks with strange shapes stacked on top of each other. That night, I asked to sleep at the house of an indigenous person in Vinh Hy, having dinner with their family. After that, I walked around the embankment, watching the starry sky above. Day 4: Vinh Hy – Binh Hung island – Hon Chut lighthouse – egg stone beach – Mui Ne On the 4th day of the journey, I woke up very early to hunt for a brilliant sunrise on the sea. After that, I set out to conquer the most beautiful sea route in the journey, from Vinh Hy to Binh Hung. Impressive sea crossing route Vinh Hy – Binh Hung. Walking along the sea route, I couldn’t help but admire the majestic and poetic beauty that nature bestowed on this place. Mountains and sea combine harmoniously to create an impressive natural picture. The winding road in the morning sunlight becomes more and more brilliant. After that, I got on a boat to go to Binh Hung island. I took a walk around the island, discovered Hon Chut lighthouse, egg stone beach. Binh Hung owns a wild landscape that is popular with tourists. Leaving Binh Hung, I returned to Vinh Hy, said goodbye to my family and asked to stay yesterday and then went to Mui Ne. On the way, I stopped at Bau Trang, went up to the sand dunes to watch the beautiful sunset. That night, I stayed in Mui Ne, went to the fishing village to eat seafood, and watched the peaceful night scenery in the land of the sea. Day 5: Mui Ne – Ho Chi Minh City The last day of the journey, I got up early, went to the west coast of Mui Ne to watch the sunrise. After that, I took advantage of swimming, enjoying the beauty of this place before driving straight to Ho Chi Minh City, ending a long vacation. The sunrise makes visitors fall in love in Mui Ne. What to eat when checking-in the coastal road? Here are the culinary addresses that Mavis experienced on the recent trip: Phan Rang – Thap Cham city (Ninh Thuan): – Que Huong pancakes – Cake soup with fish cake Nhuong – Tran Binh Trong spring rolls – Thien Ly Flower Restaurant – Khanh Ky chicken rice – Ms. Thao seasoned fish sauce vermicelli – Seafood at Vinh Hy and Ninh Chu raft houses Phan Thiet – Mui Ne (Binh Thuan) – Cay Bang seafood restaurant – Phuong Cay Pancakes – Lan Nguyet Can cake – Ba Ly fish cake soup – Co Xi fish cake soup – Loan squid teeth – Bread waiting Some notes for a long trip – Need to maintain the car, check the spare parts carefully before going on a trip. – Always pay attention to refuel because there are not many gas stations on the road. – Carefully calculate the schedule to have the most comfortable trip. – You need to slow down on the pass sections with bends out of sight such as Vinh Hy or Ca Na. – Avoid going after 18:30 because the road crossing the sea has very few street lights. – Should talk to locals to find strange check-in places and delicious, nutritious and cheap restaurants. – You can ask to stay at people’s houses when traveling. However, you should observe and ask to see if it is a safe place before deciding to stay. Note: In the complicated situation of the Covid-19 epidemic, you need to strictly follow the 5K Message of the Ministry of Health when traveling to protect yourself and the community.

Foreign visitors immerse themselves in the beauty of Bau Trang’s “blue sky, white sand, sunshine”. Photo: Thanh Ha / VNA Located about 60 km north of Phan Thiet city center, Bau Trang is a majestic, poetic beauty gifted by nature for thousands of years. Bau Trang landscape complex is located in Mui Ne National Tourist Area (Binh Thuan province). There are 2 lakes here called Bau Ong, Bau Ba and sand hill called Trinh Nu hill. Although located in the middle of a year-round, windy, arid region, the water in the bowl is extremely abundant and cool. Thanks to that, the surrounding trees grow and lush like an oasis. The highlight is Bau Trang which is surrounded by Virgin sand hill with white sand color, stretching flexibly like silk ribbons. Besides being famous for its natural beauty, during the two wars against the French colonialists and the US imperialists, Bau Trang is also known as a famous revolutionary site associated with the Le Hong Phong resistance base. The place marked the years of fierce, heroic and arduous fighting and sacrifices of the army and people of Binh Thuan. With such unique terrain, terrain and beautiful scenery, Bau Trang has entered the Top 100 impressive destinations of Vietnam in 2013, the favorite destination of ASEAN in 2014 and the Top 100 tourist destinations that are loved in the region. South of 2016. In recent years, the number of tourists coming to Bau Trang has continuously increased and has become an indispensable destination for tourists when coming to Binh Thuan. Along with Mui Ne (Phan Thiet city), Bau Trang has been attracting many domestic and international tourism investment projects. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Bui The Nhan – Director of Binh Thuan Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism said: To preserve and promote effectively the value of Bau Trang landscape, in the coming time, Department will coordinate with departments, branches and the People’s Committee of Bac Binh district to continue to consolidate and consolidate the Management Board of Bau Trang landscapes in the direction of having sufficient qualifications and professional capacity in management and promotion. the landscape value is more and more effective. The Department and locality also strengthened the communication and promotion of the unique features of Bau Trang landscapes; organize surveys, functional subdivisions in the scenic area, advise the provincial People’s Committee for approval to invite and attract qualified enterprises to participate in investment.

1. Which province has flying sand dunes? Quang Binh
Binh Thuan
Pacify Mui Ne sand hill stretches from Binh Thuan to Ninh Thuan, also known as bay sand hill. In this “little desert”, winds sweep the grains of sand, forming many interesting shapes on each hill. Visitors here have the opportunity to experience sliding on the sand, admiring the shape, color, contrast … at different times. Early morning or sunset is a good time for you to visit this sand dune, so avoid noon because the temperature is high, which can cause burning feet. Image: Poheni . 2. How many marine protected areas does Binh Thuan have? 2 marine protected areas
3 marine protected areas
4 marine protected areas 2 marine protected areas Cu Lao Thu (Phu Quy) and Cu Lao Cau (Hon Cau) are destinations that attract travelers. At Cu Lao Cau, you have the opportunity to see the diverse vegetation and coral, try catching fish and shrimp on colorful rocky reefs or check-in at Yen cave, Ba Hon cave, Nam Hai temple. … Cu Lao Thu gives visitors the experience of fishing, canoeing on the sea, visiting islands such as Tranh island, Egg island, Cao Cat mountain, Linh Son pagoda, Doi cape (Mo Thay) .. . Image: Apollo.aa . 3. What is the famous freshwater lake in Binh Thuan? Sea Lake
Tuyen Lam
White intercession Bau Trang is a famous landmark about 60 km from Phan Thiet city. This is the only freshwater lake in Bac Binh district, Binh Thuan province. Bau Trang is divided into 2 parts by a crossing sand hill. The dry season will be a good opportunity for you to conquer this most beautiful sea route in Vietnam. The ideal time for you to visit and take photos at Bau Trang is around 5am-9am or 16pm-18pm. Image: Trmy16_. 4. Which rocky beach in Binh Thuan has the most colors and shapes in Vietnam? Rock Jumping Beach

Dinh Cau floating rocky beach

Co Thach stone beach The rocky beach at the foot of Co Thach pagoda is also known as Ca Duoc beach or Bay Mau rock. This rocky beach stretches for more than 1 km, concentrating countless stones of different shapes and colors, adding sparkle whenever water waves crash. Image: Hoshino_aoi . 5. Which Cham Pa Temple does Binh Thuan have? Ponagar tower

Poshanu Tower
Banh It Tower Poshanu Cham Tower is 7 km from Phan Thiet city center. This place preserves outstanding architectural features of ancient Cham culture. In the golden brown background and the quintessential lines of the Cham Tower, you can easily take pictures of the mysterious and artistic beauty. Image: Somaly_ng. 6. Which typical garden in Binh Thuan? Pineapple
Dragon fruit
Sugarcane During your trip to Binh Thuan, do not forget to visit the dragon fruit garden with fruit trees to check-in and watch the sparkling night scene here. Summer is also a good time for visitors to enjoy the sweet and cool dragon fruits. Image: Tienhappys . 7. What is the name of the tallest lighthouse in Vietnam in Binh Thuan? Ke Ga Lighthouse
Tien Sa Lighthouse

Mui Dinh Lighthouse Ke Ga is the tallest lighthouse in Vietnam with 65 m. To reach the top, visitors will have to go through 183 spiral stairs. The top of the lighthouse has a fairly large balcony. From here, you have the opportunity to enjoy a panoramic view of the vast sea. The lamp in the tower can illuminate for nearly 40 km. Besides guiding the way for boats, Ke Ga lighthouse is also a place to attract young people to check-in. Image: Lis_roma. Mui Ne is pristine beauty under the camera angle from above Mui Ne is the arrow of a sea in the city of Phan Thiet, Binh Thuan. This is a tourist attraction that attracts local visitors by the idyllic beauty of white sand and blue sea.

If you intend to come to the coastal city of Phan Thiet, you can refer to my 3 day 2 night schedule below.

Day 1: HCMC – Phan Thiet

We choose to stay at the Meraki Oasis hotel. This place stands out with 2 colors of white and blue, especially with a swimming pool located next to the sea. The space is designed in Mediterranean style, decorated with cactus, harmonious bamboo frame. This place is suitable for those who love to take pictures. The hotel is divided into two zones with 2 different swimming pools, so do not miss any virtual living corner.

Refer to online booking pages, room rates on weekends range from 700,000 to 1.7 million VND / room / 2 guests, including breakfast. I book the standard double bed room (price 750,000 VND / night), quite nice and clean.

In addition, guests can have lunch at the hotel with a menu of 3 salty dishes, 1 stir-fried dish and 1 soup for 449,000 VND.

The hotel is close to the sea with many virtual living corners.

16h30, I walk from the hotel to the Chameleon Beach Bar restaurant takes about 3 minutes.

Chameleon Beach Bar is a Thai restaurant with a romantic sunset view of the sea, you should go early to choose a beautiful location. Thai dishes here use fresh ingredients, deliciously processed, reasonably priced (from 75,000 to 250,000 VND / dish). Sitting under the coconut tree, enjoying a cool cocktail, eating Thai food and watching the sunset is an unforgettable experience.

Day 2: Jeep tour

I have breakfast at Meraki and start my journey to discover Phan Thiet by jeep. Visitors can choose a Jeep tour for 500,000 VND / car, go from 2 to 5 people, experience places such as flying sand dunes, Bau Trang, take pictures and relax at the yellow car cafe, beautiful coastal roads. most of Vietnam.

Note: You can bring your outfit for change and check-in at the sand dunes.

9am, I go back to the hotel to have breakfast and rest before check-out.

Jeep tour with VND 500,000 brings visitors to discover the most beautiful sea route in Vietnam.

I choose to have lunch at Bo Ke Hong Phat seafood restaurant, good taste, small seafood. The shop is quite empty. In my opinion, if you want to eat fresh seafood in Phan Thiet, customers should choose Cay Bang restaurant.

I moved to The Cliff Resort & Residence. Monday night, this place is a reasonable resting place. The Cliff has a luxurious, clean design and beautiful view without criticism. Since I had to get up early to take a Jeep tour all day, I wanted to stay at the 4-star resort.

I book the Terra Ocean View room (area of ​​142 m2) with full amenities, especially a jacuzzi tub. Room rates range from 3.6 to 4.9 million VND for weekdays and weekends.

Guests can have dinner at Vista restaurant located on The Cliff. The menu with many dishes, I am most impressed with the hot pot with fresh seafood, sweet and sweet bone broth, Phan Thiet fish sauce and roasted peanuts, smooth, rich and fragrant porcelain bananas. This is a Phan Thiet specialty that visitors should not miss.

Day 3: Phan Thiet – HCMC

During my last day in Phan Thiet, I mostly rested and took photos gently in the resort’s premises. There are many beautiful check-in corners, arranged in every detail for you to choose from. Don’t forget to prepare a colorful dress.

The Cliff is famous for its jacuzzi sea view.

In addition, visitors can visit to take photos at Cesar Homestay before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the afternoon. With a total cost of about 4 million VND / person, I have had interesting experiences, visiting many attractive places and enjoying typical sea food.

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