Visit Ngoc Vung Island, admire the magical scenery of Ha Long Bay

(CLO) When mentioning Ha Long tourism, people often immediately think of Ha Long Bay, Tuan Chau Island or Bai Chay... But here there is also a destination with wild and poetic beauty, a unique beauty. Beautiful and completely different from the rest of Ha Long, it is Ngoc Vung Island.

(CLO) When mentioning Ha Long tourism, people often immediately think of Ha Long Bay, Tuan Chau Island or Bai Chay... But here there is also a destination with wild and poetic beauty, a unique beauty. Beautiful and completely different from the rest of Ha Long, it is Ngoc Vung Island.

Ngoc Vung Island or Ngoc Island is an island with wild beauty located on Van Hai island line of Van Don district, Quang Ninh province. Pearl Island has an area of ​​12km2, located between Hon Net and Phuong Hoang Island. This place is considered a destination with great potential for eco-tourism and cultural development.

On Ngoc Vung Island, there are many unique and diverse natural landscapes, from primeval forests, white sand beaches, blue sea to aquaculture areas and farmland. Viewed from above, the island is as beautiful as a watercolor painting with sparkling points of light floating on the water.

Ngoc Vung Island or Ngoc Island is an island with wild beauty located on Van Hai island line of Van Don district, Quang Ninh province.

The name "Ngoc Vung" of this island comes from an ancient legend. Legend has it that, in the past, on an island there were often many rare pearls that radiated shimmering, brilliant light at night. Ships sailing out to sea can clearly see these streams of light just like burning torches in the sky. The name "Ngoc Vung" of the island was born from there.

Ngoc Vung Island is also a destination with many historical and cultural relics, proving the cultural and commercial exchanges of local people with other countries in the region since ancient times. There is Cong Yen wharf here, a part of the ancient Van Don port - a place for economic and trade exchanges with other countries in the region such as Japan, China, India...

During the resistance war against the US, Ngoc Vung Island was also one of the strategic bases that played an important role in the task of protecting the eastern sky of the Fatherland. This is where our soldiers stationed and fought heroically with foreign invaders. In 1937, on the sandy beach on the east side of the island, our people discovered stone tools for the first time belonging to the Ha Long cultural period, opening the way for excavation and research in the archaeological world. .

Đảo Ngọc Vừng cũng là điểm đến có nhiều di tích lịch sử, văn hóa, minh chứng cho sự giao lưu văn hóa và thương mại của người dân địa phương với những nước khác trong khu vực từ thời xa xưa.

The climate on Ngoc Vung Island is fresh and cool all year round, so visitors can visit this place at any time. However, visitors should avoid coming to the island during the cold winter or stormy months of the year such as September or October.

Instead, summer is the best time to visit this beautiful island. Because during this period, the weather is dry, the sea surface is calm, there are no waves, it is very convenient for moving and enjoying the natural scenery. Visitors can also experience and participate in recreational activities on the island more easily.

There are many means of transportation to Ngoc Vung Island for visitors to choose from. If you love adventure, want to travel and explore nature, a motorbike is the most suitable choice. However, the travel distance is quite far so visitors should consider carefully to ensure safety.

Có rất nhiều phương tiện di chuyển đến đảo Ngọc Vừng cho du khách lựa chọn. Nếu là người yêu thích phiêu lưu, muốn đi phượt và khám phá thiên nhiên thì xe máy chính là lựa chọn phù hợp nhất.

Besides motorbikes, cars are also a great choice for those departing from Hanoi. Tourists' travel route will go through Hanoi - Hai Phong, Hai Long - Van Don highways, then to Cam Pha. Visitors just need to go along Highway 18 to get to Vung Duc, then quickly reach Ngoc Vung Island.

If you want to save time, visitors can travel to the island by plane. After landing at Van Don airport, visitors just need to get on the bus to Ha Long and then go to the port to buy a ticket to the island.

Because the area is quite small, the main means of transportation on the island for tourists are electric cars, auto-rickshaws and bicycles. The road from the wharf to the central area of ​​the island is extremely poetic. Visitors will be able to admire the pristine nature and see the simple life of local people.

Ngoc Vung Island is famous for its crystal clear water and endless stretches of white sand, making anyone who sees it feel excited, as if they want to rush into the sea and immerse themselves in the cool blue water. Visitors can freely walk on the smooth sandy beach, breathe fresh air and immerse themselves in the beautiful natural space with sunshine and sea breeze.

There is also a natural rock rapid located at the end of the beach, with many heaving rocks as if protecting the coast from natural fluctuations. If you stand here, visitors will be able to fully admire the beauty of this crescent-shaped beach, or see as far as Nut Dat Island, Van Canh Island. In a quiet space, the whisper of the wind and the sound of the sea make the surrounding landscape come alive more than ever. Visitors can let their soul follow the wind and enjoy the feeling of relaxation while watching. Looking at the sunset on Ngoc Vung Island.

When coming to Ngoc Vung Island, in addition to the blue sea and beautiful white sand beaches, there are many attractive attractions that visitors should not miss.

Nguyen Thuy Linh, a tourist from Hanoi shared: "This island gives me an unusual feeling of peace, it is not too hustle and bustle like Ha Long Bay or Bai Chay. I really like the natural scenery and space on this island."

When coming to Ngoc Vung Island, in addition to the blue sea and beautiful white sand beaches, there are many attractive attractions that visitors should not miss. The most prominent is Truong Chinh beach. This is considered the most beautiful beach on Ngoc Vung Island, an ideal place for tourists to relax, swim or participate in water games such as boating, surfing...

This beach is also where Ngoc Vung lighthouse is located, which is 110m high and is the tallest lighthouse in Vietnam. Standing from this lighthouse, visitors can fully see the entire natural scenery of Ngoc Vung Island and surrounding islands. This is also an ideal place to watch the sunset over the sea. Visitors can climb up to the lighthouse to see the optical and electronic equipment serving marine traffic here.

After having fun at Truong Chinh beach, visitors can cycle on the concrete road stretching across the island. This road runs along Truong Chinh beach, connecting from Cong Yen port to the center of the island. Amidst the cool space imbued with the flavor of the sea, beautiful nature and charming poetic scenery will certainly bring visitors the most wonderful moments of relaxation.

Đảo Ngọc Vừng chính là điểm đến tuyệt vời dành cho những ai muốn khám phá vẻ đẹp của thiên nhiên hoang sơ và trải nghiệm cuộc sống làng chài bình dị, nhộn nhịp.

Tourists can also visit Ngoc Vung ancient citadel. This ancient citadel was built in Binh Ngoc village, Ngoc Vung commune, Van Don district. This is an architectural work that appeared during the Mac Dynasty. During the Nguyen Dynasty, it was renamed Tinh Hai Fort. After many years of natural impacts, Ngoc Vung ancient citadel can no longer retain its original shape. However, this is still a destination with high historical and cultural value that tourists should not miss when traveling to the island.

In addition, according to many tourists who have been to Ngoc Vung Island, Cong Yen wharf is also one of the extremely impressive places to visit here. Located in the north of the island, Cong Yen wharf has both poetic and nostalgic beauty, and is one of the most attractive virtual check-in spots. Therefore, visitors should remember to bring a camera to take beautiful photos to take home.

Another very famous check-in point on Ngoc Island is the National Flagpole with a height of over 100m. Not only does it create an extremely cool virtual living background for tourists, this place is also known as a military base, known as the "12mm artillery hill". Therefore, when visiting and experiencing this place, visitors should remember to ask for advice and permission from the border guards first.

Ngoc Vung Island with its wild and poetic beauty has attracted many tourists to visit and experience.

Besides the places mentioned above, visitors can also visit other places here such as: Yen Tu temple, Ngoc Thuy lake or Dau Go cave,...

Ms. Tran Thi Thuy, a tourist from Nghe An shared: "Previously when traveling to Quang Ninh, my family often visited and had fun mainly in the Bai Chay area. This was my first time coming to this island but the experiences I brought made me very satisfied. Being able to swim, walk, have fun and relax, and visit many other places, I feel extremely comfortable, it's a true stress-relieving trip."

After having fun and enjoying the wild nature, visitors can go to the traditional fishing village to visit and learn about the daily life of local people. Visitors can try to experience a day of being a fisherman on Ngoc Vung Island. One day as a fisherman on the island, visitors will be able to rake clams, catch fish, scoop shrimp on the beach... In addition, visitors can also participate in traditional cultural and artistic performances of the people. local.

With attractive attractions, interesting activities and unique cuisine, visitors will definitely have a wonderful vacation on this island.

On Ngoc Vung Island, there is also a seafood paradise for visitors to enjoy. Seafood on the island is often caught by people and sold on the same day, so it maintains its freshness. Some famous delicious seafood dishes here include: grilled prawns, grouper hotpot, steamed blue crab, Ngoc Vung clams,...

Ngoc Vung Island is a great destination for those who want to explore the beauty of pristine nature and experience the idyllic, bustling fishing village life. With attractive attractions, interesting activities and unique cuisine, visitors will definitely have a wonderful vacation on this island.

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Update day : 26/02/2024