In recent years, many tourists have flocked to the pristine islands, of which Ly Son Island is a “must-go” destination in Vietnam. Different from other Vietnam trips, a trip to Ly Son Island would be really attractive and memorable, especially for those who wish to conquer and explore a new land.
Scenic Beauty of Ly Son Island
When you set your foot on Ly Son Island, you will be deeply impressed by the harmonious combination of the sun, clouds, water, mountains, and rocks along with nice and friendly local people. Being covered by the immense sea, Ly Son is captivating visitors for a plenty of stunning beaches and the black stone abysses formed by the sediment left by volcanoes jutting far out to sea.
In addition, Ly Son Island also possesses the colorful coral reefs under the turquoise sea water. All are made together to sketch a magnificent and poetic painting. Visitors can see the seaweed and many kinds of fish swimming under the crystal clear water. From Ly Son, you can spend about one hour to travel by boat to the small Ly Son Island, which has a small number of populations. The island features rocky holes in the seaside cliffs to create striking beaches.
Tourists should visit Ly Son Island one of the “must-go” destinations in Vietnam with waves flapping on the steep cliffs all year around to witness the sunset on the silver waves as well as to watch the destitute of planting garlic from the white sand.
Must-see Attractions in Ly Son Island
Thoi Loi Mountain
When visiting Ly Son Island, Thoi Loi is always the first stop of the tour. From the foothill to the summit of the mountain, the road is rather zigzagged and winding, so tourists often hire an electric car to get there. However, some people take motorbikes so that they can stop on the way up to capture beautiful and panoramic photos of the whole island.
Around the mountain, there are many scenic spots including the Light House, Hang Pagoda, the National Flag Pole,… After the tough pass to get to the top of the mountain, the spectacular view of the natural landscapes will make the tourists feel overwhelmed. From the top, the sea and the sky seem to harmonize together, creating a majestic paradise on Earth. There is also a freshwater lake on top of the mountain, and you can use this water to wash the sweat out of your face and your hands.
If you visit The National Flag Pole, you can look further and see the Hoang Sa Island. The Flag Pole is about 20 meters high, and the main side of the pole printed the ordinate of Ly Son Island. An interesting thing is that the stand is painted red as a match to the color of Vietnamese National flag, which is a symbol for Vietnam’s maritime sovereignty.
