Da Nang: attractions and excursions. Danang landmarks, central vietnam Cham Sculpture Museum

The next city in the central part of Vietnam for us was ( Da nang, Danang). It is the largest city in central Vietnam. After Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, Da Nang is the third largest and most important city in Vietnam. According to data for 2014, the population of Da Nang exceeded 1 million.

During the French colonization of Indochina, Da Nang wore beautiful name Turan (Tourane). As you know from the last article, Da Nang became the heir to Hoi An as the most important port of central Vietnam. Now Da Nang is gaining momentum among beach lovers.

The city has not yet been spoiled by the attention of tourists, as it is still considered a port city.

In Da Nang itself there are one, two, and countless attractions. From what is in the city I can single out Da Nang Museum, Ho Chi Minh Museum and Museum of Cham culture... We managed to visit only the last one, and while we came to the Da Nang Museum, it was already closed.

Da Nang Museum or Local History Museum

Cham Museum in Da Nang located near the Dragon Bridge (at its tail). Among the exhibits of the museum you can see altars, lingas, images of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu, carved from sandstone. It is in this museum that the largest collection of Cham culture is located. Most of the exhibits are from the capital of the Tyamp Empire (Cham) - Michon and the Buddhist center of Cham - Dong Duong, which is located 20 km south of Michon. The ticket price is 40,000 dongs (a little less than $ 2).

Museum of Cham Culture

Modern landmarks include, of which there are nine in the city. Each bridge has its own unique uniqueness.

The most unusual of them

• Dragon Bridge, whose structure is made in the form of a giant dragon winding around a bridge (see photo above);
• Chan Ti Li Bridge or Sail, the height of which is over 700 meters, and its shape resembles a mountain or a non-isosceles triangle;
• Han River Bridge(did not bother with the name). Every weekend at midnight, the bridge is raised for ships and boats;
• Tuan Phuoc Bridge, reminiscent of the Golden Gate in San Francisco.

The city has a very beautiful embankment with a wide sidewalk (in comparison with Nha Trang and Mui Ne), which is a pleasure to walk along. For me, time always flies by and you can go a lot without feeling tired. The embankment is decorated with beautiful marble sculptures.

In the evening, the city is transformed. Everything is highlighted and Da Nang sparkles with all the colors of the rainbow. The Vietnamese obviously do not spare funds for lighting. By the way, they do this not only for tourists, but, for the most part, for city residents.

Da Nang Square

Da Nang, like Singapore, has its own merlion. In fact it is dragon fish... In Asia, koi carps are very common (they can be found in almost every pond). It is they who are fed from a baby bottle at the Young Bay Falls. There is a legend that every self-respecting carp dreams of becoming a dragon all his life. When he grows up a little and gains wisdom, he gets to the magic river and swims against the current. Sharp underwater rocks, shoals, eddies and rapids lie in wait for him on this dangerous path. If his spirit is not broken and he overcomes all difficulties, soon the so-called dragon gates will open in front of him: jumping over them, he will turn into a dragon - big, brave, wise and immortal. At the moment of jumping through the gates, the transformation takes place.

Most recently (in 2014), a beautiful amusement park opened in Da Nang - Asia Park... It is still under construction, but a larger area is already open to visitors. The Ferris wheel in the park is clearly visible from any bridge.

8 kilometers from the city center (we take the Dragon Bridge as the starting point) Marble mountains, in which marble is mined to this day and very beautiful sculptures are made.

Outside the city, towards Hue, there is an observation deck - Hai Van Pass, which overlooks the coastline surrounded by mountains. Locals love this place for romantic evenings.

If you are coming to Da Nang for a few days, I would highly advise you to visit the mountain. Unfortunately, the weather was not predisposed and we did not visit it. Probably our whole trip began because of this mountain. Once I saw beautiful photos on Instagram and realized that I simply had to visit here. Firstly, the mountain can be reached by cable car (one of the 10 longest cable cars in the world). Now the price on the official website of Ba Na Hills is 550,000 VND in both directions per adult. Secondly, on the mountain there is a beautiful castle, an amusement park, the oldest wine cellar (in operation since the 1950s) and, of course, Buddha statues and a pagoda. Mount Ba Na was founded in 1919 by French colonialists and this has left a significant mark to this day. In short, the mountain is a must-see. For myself, I just raised the priority for this attraction on my next trip to Vietnam

Photos from the Internet

If you also have a strong desire to explore the mountain, you will need, first of all, to get to the cable car, which is located 20-25 km from Da Nang. I have not found that there are buses running to the cable car, so I advise you to use a taxi (negotiate for a fixed amount) or on a rented bike. The Vietnamese cable car will be "cap treo" or "cap cheo". So you can tell the taxi drivers what you need on the Ba Na Hills cap cheo. Next, buy a ticket and enjoy a bird's eye view of the mountains and Da Nang.

Ruins of Michonne- the most distant attraction of Da Nang, located 50 km from the city. The closest to the ruins is Hoi An. Michonne - temple complex Empire Champa. It is often compared to the Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia, but the size of the Vietnamese complex is very modest. During the Vietnam-American War, the complex was practically razed to the ground, most of the buildings were badly damaged and now they are a pile of stones overgrown with grass. This was the main reason why we did not go to Michonne. And taking into account the fact that on our account the Ponagar towers in Nha Trang, the Poklongorai towers in Phan Rang and the Poshanu Cham towers in Phan Rang / Mui Ne, it was decided not to waste time visiting the ruins in Da Nang.

How to get to Da Nang?

Da Nang has international Airport, which can be reached by direct flight from Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Cambodia and South Korea... As for Vietnamese cities, flights here are carried out from Haiphong and other cities.

Since there is a well-developed bus service in Vietnam, it will be enough to choose only a carrier. Sleeping buses are very popular in the country, where you ride half-lying. In this position, a distance of several hundred kilometers will be much more comfortable to overcome than sitting.

You can also get to Da Nang from neighboring cities by bike. For example, Hoi An is only 25-30 km away, and Hue is 100 km from the city.

Choose the most comfortable and convenient mode of transportation for you and go ahead to meet new impressions and unforgettable emotions.

Where to stay in Da Nang?

You can find good prices for hotels and guesthouses in Da Nang on Booking.com or Agoda.com. You can rent an AirBnB apartment. When renting on AirBnB, you can take advantage of a $ 21 discount on your first booking.
It is better to compare hotels through the HotelsCombined.com service, it checks prices for a dozen booking systems.

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Millions of tourists are eager to visit Da Nang, which is one of the twenty cleanest cities in the world. Modern infrastructure, clean air, warm sea and a feast of fireworks - all this attracts travelers. We will describe the current sights of Da Nang and its environs, of which there are so many that you will not be able to see everything in one visit.

Lady Buddha (Linh Ung) and Son Tra Peninsula

Wherever you are in Da Nang, this statue will be visible. This is because its height is 67 meters. This is equal to the height of a 30-storey house.

Only at first, it seems that the statue is just a stone's throw away. In fact, to get to this attraction, you need to overcome a difficult path along the serpentine. Therefore, you can get there on sightseeing bus, or a rented bike (car).

The sculpture stands on a plinth, which is made in the shape of a lotus. Inside there is a staircase that leads up to the seventeenth floor. But tourists are allowed only to the first floor, inside of which there is an altar where religious services are held.

Local residents and tourists also call Lady Buddha the Goddess of Mercy, as she fulfills all desires.

• Free admission. There is a donation box in the parking lot.

Son Tra Peninsula

Not only Lady Buddha with the Linh Ung temple is located on the mountain. Continuing further you will come across a giant banyan tree, which is about 1000 years old.

Play chess with the statue of the great philosopher Confuci on the top of the mountain.

Perhaps you will meet a rare species of monkeys - red-skinned Langurs.

You will find some beautiful vantage points.

Descend to semi-wild beaches to enjoy the sea and surrounding views.

It will take more than one day to explore all the routes on the mountain.

Asia park

The Asia Park amusement park is the most favorite place tourists with children. It is located in the very center of the city. The territory is divided into three parts: central, cultural and entertainment.

First, vacationers tend to get to the central part, since there is a Ferris wheel, which is one of the highest Ferris wheels in the world. Its height is one hundred and fifteen meters. It makes a full circle in fifteen minutes. During this time, anyone can see the whole city from a bird's eye view and admire its beauty.

The cultural zone is divided into thematic zones that introduce the culture different countries the world:

• India;
• Japan;
• Nepal;
• China;
• Singapore;
• Cambodia;
• South Korea.

In this part of the park, tourists seem to enter these countries and see small architectural ensembles. Anyone can taste national cuisine.

The entertainment area offers many different attractions for adults and children.

You can visit the amusement park only after lunch.

• Entrance: Adult 200,000 VND ($ 8.7); Child - 150,000 VND ($ 6.5);

Dragon Bridge

Some tourists specially go to Da Nang to see with their own eyes the fire-breathing bridge - Dragon Bridge. These words are not exaggeration. Thanks to a special device, a real flame really bursts out of the dragon's mouth.

This bridge amazes with its size. Its length is six hundred and sixty-six meters. And the width is such that it accommodates six lanes.

It will take your breath away from the very sight of the dragon. Its scales have lanterns of different sizes. Thanks to them, the color of the reptile can change, which gives the dragon an even more frightening look. The flame from the mouth spews out only during the holidays.

Local belief says that whoever crosses this bridge will be lucky. After all, the Vietnamese dragon is a symbol of good luck and luck.

Romantics and poets love to walk in this place. And this is not surprising. The Tran Thi Ly Bridge is like a huge sail that towers over the river. It has the shape of a regular triangle, which gives it an even more majestic and at the same time romantic look. This is probably why couples in love are so drawn here.

This is the only bridge that rotates on its axis by ninety degrees. Conceived so that large ships could pass between the bridge. The traffic is blocked, the Han River Bridge starts to spin. Then both halves of the bridge are connected. Tourists, who first observe the opening of the bridge, then like to take photographs against its background.

The longest and most beautiful bridge is Thuan Phuoc. It shimmers with colored lights. All this is due to the many LED bulbs built into the structure itself.

It is two-story Buddhist temple Phap Lam, which is located in the heart of the city. Vacationers are attracted by its beauty and grandeur, as well as a well-groomed garden with tall, spreading trees. Here you can get to know more about Buddhist religious customs, and also find peace for your soul. The whole serene atmosphere of this holy place contributes to this.

Temple of Ba Da

Chua Ba Da is located in the southern part of the city, on the banks of the river. Not far from Lotte Mart store. Coordinates: 16.037323, 108.240799

Beaches

For twenty kilometers along the entire coastline, the beaches of Da Nang are located. They are distinguished by their cleanliness and gentle entrance to the sea. This attracts vacationers with small children here.

The most populous and popular is the Mi Khe beach (aka Chinese beach). Both locals and tourists come here. It amazes guests with white sand and picturesque views of the mountain range.

If you want to retire, then Non Nuok Beach is for this. It is located in the vicinity of Da Nang (in the direction of Hoi An). Considered the most uncrowded beach, and therefore the cleanest.

Walk in the evening city

In the evening, Da Nang glows in all corners of the city. It doesn't matter where you live, go out for a walk. You will surely meet an interesting design and beautiful views... It is especially beautiful on the main street along the Han River, near the Dragon Bridge. The city is glowing, tourists are walking - life is in full swing!

• A point on the map where it is interesting to take a walk in the evening.

Museums

Arriving in a foreign state, you just need to get acquainted with its history and culture. There are several museums in Da Nang. Here are the most popular ones:

• Da Nang Museum;
• Ho Chi Minh Museum (5 military zone).

Museum of Cham Culture

• Entrance - 40,000 VND ($ 2)
• Daily from 7.00 to 17.30

In the Cham Cultural Museum, you can learn about the life of the ancient ancestors of the Vietnamese, who led the way of life of the Indians. Therefore, all the sculptures in the museum are dedicated to various deities. Tours are conducted in English and French.

Sculptures

Da Nang Museum

• Entrance - 20,000 VND (1 $)
• Weekdays from 8.00 to 16.30. Lunch from 11.30 to 13.30.

You can get acquainted with the history of the city in the Da Nang Museum. It is divided into thematic parts, and from each you can glean interesting information about the development of the city.

Military Zone Museum 5

• Entrance fee - 40,000 VND ($ 2).
• Weekdays from 8.00 to 16.30.

In honor of the great Vietnamese leader Ho, museums have been opened in almost all cities of the country. Danang was no exception. The museum is a whole complex consisting of large exhibitions of weapons, military equipment, photographs of the times of the Vietnam War with America.

Marble mountains

This attraction is located near Da Nang and consists of five mountains. They rise in the middle of the flat terrain. Each mountain has its own name, which is associated with five elements: fire, water, earth, metal, wood. The name of the marble mountain comes from the fact that in antiquity marble mining took place here.

Inside each mountain there are caves where temples are located. The temple, which combines heaven and hell at the same time, especially attracts tourists. Dark sculptures, as it were, indicate the base in a person, and light ones - to the sublime.

Lovers of beautiful views can contemplate the sea from a bird's eye view, going up to the observation deck.

The marble mountains

• Entrance 40,000 VND ($ 2).

Distant sights

By renting a bike or car, you can visit the attractions in the vicinity of Da Nang. If you are not a driver, take a taxi. It is not expensive in Vietnam.

Hoi An city

Not far from Da Nang is the very beautiful town of Hoi An. Here cheap hotels, nice beach and beautiful decoration of the city. Be sure to visit this place for at least 2 days. You can even get here from Da Nang by shuttle bus No. 1 for $ 1. the bus runs every 20 minutes. Travel time is 40 minutes.

central square
Hoi Ana beach
Evening Hoi An

Ruins of Michonne

Not far from Hoi An there is a museum under open air, which is included in the UNESCO heritage list. My Son sanctuary - all that's left of ancient city... All history lovers will be interested in visiting this place.

Ba Na Hill

It is also called the most breathtaking place in all of Vietnam. It's all about the cable car, which is the highest in the world. Therefore, it is listed in the Guinness Book of Records.

Whoever stays at this place will be able to plunge in just one day at once in four seasons. In the morning you will find yourself in the freshness of spring, in the afternoon - in the summer heat, in the evening - in cool autumn, and at night - in winter, however, without snow.

When you ride the cable car, you will have stunning views of stunning beauty: waterfalls, boulders, mountain landscapes. But all the most amazing lies ahead. At the very top, travelers seem to find themselves in ancient France. They are greeted by castles and architectural structures in the French style. Various festivals and fairs are held here. The feeling of a holiday is created.

Golden bridge

Arriving in Ba Na Hill, be sure to go to the Golden Bridge - they are located in one place. This is a new unique attraction, which has no equal. In the summer of 2018, it was opened, which attracted tourists from all over the world.

The bridge is the color of gold, and it stands on two large hands. These are the hands of the Gods that connect earthly and heavenly life. People walking across the bridge feel as if they are walking in heaven. This feeling arises because the bridge is very high. It is located 1400 meters above sea level.

Those wishing to feel like celestials just need to come here.

• Entrance - a single ticket to Mount BaNa and the Golden Bridge is paid for.
• Working hours - around the clock.

The springs are a separate resort complex in the vicinity of Da Nang. Their temperature is fifty-five degrees Celsius. People come here for health improvement. Water helps to treat skin diseases, as well as all kinds of disorders of the musculoskeletal system.

The territory is a huge green area with infrastructure. Here you can do any kind of procedures: mineral baths, mud therapy, various showers.

The place is in disrepair - needs repair. But the mud quality is good. If your priority is to lie in mud and herbal baths, it's worth a trip. For fun, no.

• Prices are different, depending on the type of package. As an example - 250,000 VND ($ 11). The price includes 30 min. mud bath and 20 min. mineral bath + sauna.
• Working hours - around the clock

The park was built in the ancient Japanese style. There are indoor and outdoor hot spring pools, restaurants, bars, an amusement park for children, hotel, souvenir shops and other outdoor activities.

Visitors to the park can enjoy mineral and milk waters, mud, herbs, tea. Hot springs warm the body and provide physical and mental relaxation. Bathing in water at the right temperature activates various systems of the body, stimulates blood circulation and speeds up metabolism.

The park is located 28 km. from Da Nang airport (west). You can get here by taxi or rented transport.

• The price depends on the package of services. The cheapest - $ 10 (entrance to the territory, hot springs, water park, jacuzzi)
• Daily from 8.00 to 18.00

Attractions on the map

From all of the above, the conclusion suggests itself that the future belongs to rest in Da Nang.

In 2009, the population was 887,069 people. Now the city has reached a million inhabitants. It houses the airport, train station and sea ​​port... The textile and food industries are also developed.

According to historical data, the city was founded in 192. In terms of age, he is even older than his capital. Today the city has not preserved any evidence of its age and has become the most modern locality country. In fact, the entire history of Da Nang is deeply intertwined with Europe. Back in 1535, the Portuguese landed here. During the war, Da Nang was located military base USA. The modern city is not yet so popular among tourists, as it is mainly considered a port city. As such, there are no attractions here, as well as entertainment. Rare tourists on the street are regarded as savages. But despite their mediocrity, the city's beaches have been voted the best in the world by Forbs magazine. They really deserve attention. The beaches are clean, there is no large flow of people and attract tourists from all over the world. And the Vietnamese themselves do not mind sometimes sunbathing here.

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Among the sights of the city, one can single out the Cham Museum, the Buddha statue, Mount Bana, Marble mountains and some more beautiful places. For young people, the city will seem uninteresting. However, in the evening, it changes completely. All cafes and restaurants sparkle with colorful lights and numerous vacationers appear on the streets. You can even find some night club however, so far only local residents go to it.

Da Nang is a constantly developing city. Every day, new hotels, restaurants and other infrastructure appear here, aimed at attracting tourists. The roads are monitored in the city, so they are in perfect condition and are almost always free of traffic jams. Despite the large number of hotels, there are even more of them almost every day. The city is changing almost before our eyes. Before you can blink, a new store or restaurant opens next door.

Attractions Da Nang

I repeat that there are very few popular places in Da Nang. However, what is here deserves attention.

Marble mountains

There are mountains between Da Nang and Hoi An. They are formed from five hills of stone origin. Many years ago, the entire surrounding area was in a flooded state, and the hills served as islands created by nature. Each of the hills is represented by one of the five parts of the universe and have their own names. Inside, over time, caves were formed, next to which the ancient people built temples and sanctuaries. Thuishom Hill is considered to be the most popular place at the pilgrims. Many caves are so dark that you should take a lantern with you in order to coordinate inside, and also not to stumble upon bats, of which there are an immeasurable number.

You can visit each of the caves for a nominal fee. At the entrance you will also be offered to purchase a map of the area and a set of pictures with images of mountain beauty. At the very base of the mountain there are two villages that are famous for their artisans. One of them, Non Nuok, is replete with shops with figurines, figurines of deities and pottery. Any tourist will definitely appreciate it, because such a quantity of ceramics and souvenirs can hardly be found anywhere. The prices in the shops are not the highest, and you can even bargain for a lower cost. If you decide to purchase large sculpture, then right on the spot you can arrange delivery to anywhere in the world.

You can get to the Marble Mountains if you purchase excursion tour at any agency in the city. But it would be best to get there on your own. It is much more interesting, educational and cheaper. And there will be no time limit to better study a natural object. It is very easy to get to the marble mountains from Da Nang. You can go by bus, taxi or rent a bike. You will be taken to a fork where you will immediately see five mountain hills. You can get back in the same way, you just have to cross the road.

Cable car and Mount Bana

The mountain is located 40 kilometers from Da Nang. Its height fluctuates at 1478 meters. At the beginning of the 20th century, the French built a resort here. Bana is special in that all four seasons can be observed on it during the day. Clouds on the mountain never rise to the peaks, but are located approximately in the middle. That is why it is always clear and sunny upstairs. Mount Bana is very popular with tourists. They come here to restore their health. To date, an amusement park for children and adults is being built inside Bana. Since this is a resort, it was not without a hotel, where you can stay without any problems. From here, walks to the waterfalls and to numerous observation platforms are made. On the territory of the hotel there are playgrounds for active sports and a spa center. It is worth coming to the Bana resort complex, however, you need to stock up on money to visit all the local attractions.

It is impossible not to mention the cable car that stretches from Ban to Wongnguet Mountain, where there is a large 24-meter statue of Buddha and a number of shrines. Recently, the road was included in the Red Book as the longest and highest in the world. You can visit it during a tour of Mount Bana or on your own using local transport.

Cham Museum

The museum was founded at the beginning of the 20th century. Today it is considered the most famous place in Vietnam. The museum houses the largest collection of Cham sculpture in the world. Most of the exhibits are from ancient sanctuaries established throughout the south of the country. The structure of the museum consists of ten thematic rooms. In addition to historical monuments, there is a collection of old photographs and texts, many of which are unique exhibits dating back to the 5th century.

Only lovers of history and archeology will be interested in the Cham Museum. However, ordinary tourists will also find something to do with themselves.

Da Nang Museum

This museum should not be confused with Cham. It is a kind of local history museums. It was closed for some time, but in 2011 it resumed its work. In the future, this place may become one of the most popular in the city, but so far few people know about the museum.

The Da Nang Museum is located on three floors of a modern building, which became a continuation of an old abandoned building of the 19th century. The museum houses over 2,500 different unique exhibits in the form of photographs and luxury goods. There are even halls staging scenes from the life of the indigenous population. The museum will definitely appeal not only to adults, but also to children.

Statue of buddha

The 67-meter statue is located in the national temple of Da Nang. It is one of the symbols of the city and one of the largest statues in Vietnam. The monument was founded in the 18th century, but in 1919 it underwent a major reconstruction. The Buddha statue is well worth a visit. But you can get to it only as part of an excursion. The Buddha is located at the very top of the mountain. That is why, in addition to the majesty of the statue itself, it will be interesting to see the surrounding places from a bird's eye view.

Ruins of Michonne

The name of the ruins is often pronounced as Mison, but this is completely wrong. The Michonne ruins are considered to be the remains of the ancient Champa state and are listed as a World Heritage Site. On the territory of the ruins there are 17 former temples and tower structures dating from the 13th century. Michon is often confused with Angkor Wat. But the destroyed buildings are still far from the scale of a Cambodian temple. Despite the vast territory of the attraction, there are very few ancient structures here, and all that remains looks more like a cluster of stones.

You can get to the Michon ruins from Da Nang or Hoi An along with an excursion. But, as usual, there is a second way: on your own. Renting a taxi for as little as $ 20 allows you to travel through the ruins all day long. But a trip with an excursion will be much more interesting, since the route sometimes includes a visit to the Cham dance show, kitchen lessons and other interesting entertainment.

Weather in Da Nang

There are no restrictions on visiting Da Nang. It is always warm in this city and its surroundings. But they still distinguish the rainy season and drought.

The hottest in the city is from August to September. The air temperature is then about 34 degrees. In December, a temperature minimum of 19 degrees was recorded. But it's still warm outside.

Danangan is very unusual place... On the one hand, it is a port city, and on the other, a dynamically developing resort. It is definitely worth coming here to explore the internal way of life of the Vietnamese.

The Marble Mountains are located near Da Nang, close to the sea. This natural monument consists of 5 stone hills formed from marble and in antiquity former islands... In the early 19th century, King Gia Long gave these mountains their names after five natural elements: Thuishon (Water), Mokshon (Wood), Hoashon (Fire), Kimshon (Metal) and Thoshon (Earth).

The largest of the five sacred holim is the Water Mountain, on which there are several pagodas, the most famous of which, the Tamthai Pagoda, was built in 1825. To the left of the pagoda is an observation deck, which offers a beautiful view of the vicinity of Da Nang and all the other mountains.

You should be very careful when navigating Mount Vody, because many side paths hide new discoveries. There are several caves that were previously used as sanctuaries by the Chamami Hindu and Vietnamese Buddhists. At a later time, a hospital for the Viet Cong was set up here. You can go to see the caves either with a guide, or for a small fee you will be accompanied by local boys.

At the foot of the Marble Mountains are the villages of marble craftsmen. Here you can buy original souvenirs of the finest work of skilled artisans.

Coordinates: 16.00378200,108.26348300

Dragon Bridge

Dragon Bridge is one of the most popular architectural landmarks in the Vietnamese city of Da Nang. It runs across the Han River and is 666 meters long. The height of the structure reaches 37.5 meters. The bridge was completed in 2012 and the work was estimated at $ 88 million. The Dragon Bridge was designed by a group of renowned American architects called Louis Berger. A characteristic feature of the structure is its rather large width - there are six traffic lanes on it.

In March 2013, the reconstruction of the central span of the bridge was completed. Currently, a huge reinforced concrete dragon structure, made in orange tones, rises above it. The head of the fire-breathing animal faces the northern part of Da Nang, where numerous hotels, cafes and entertainment centers... At night, the Dragon Bridge takes on an even more enchanting look due to the illumination developed by the city's best engineers.

Coordinates: 16.06114000,108.22698000

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Phuc Kien Chinese Temple

Phuc Kien Temple, sometimes referred to as the Assembly Hall, was built in 1679. The building is an excellent example of traditional Chinese architecture. The main theme used in the design of the temple is associated with the sea. To the right of the altar is a replica of the sailing junky, and in the courtyard there is an altar dedicated to the founders, who are depicted as six seated figures.

The Phuc Kien Pavilion is the home of the goddess Thien Hau, the patroness of sailors. In addition, the goddess Thuan Fong Nhi, who has the ability to hear ships thousands of miles away from the coast, is revered here, as well as the goddess Thien Lu Nhan, who has the gift of seeing ships hundreds of miles away.

In the design of the temple, you can see a large number of patterns depicting animals. Thus, the sculpture of a fish, symbolizing good luck and achievement, is located in the center of the fountain, decorated with mosaics. In addition to fish, the decoration of the building also contains images of a dragon, a unicorn, a phoenix, and a turtle. All of them have a sacred meaning, because the dragon symbolizes power and strength, the turtle - longevity, the unicorn - knowledge, and the phoenix is ​​a symbol of nobility.

Coordinates: 16.05991800,108.21807900

The Bach Jang River flows in the north of Vietnam, through the Quang Ninh and Nguyen Thuy provinces.

This river was the site of three important battles in Vietnamese history: in 938 during the battle for Vietnamese independence, in 981 during the invasion of the troops of the newly created ruling China of the Sunna dynasty. But the most famous battle is considered to be the battle on the Bach Jang river in 1288. Then General Tran Hung Zhao used unusual tactics to drive out the Mongol invaders. In memory of this battle, wooden sticks with sharp metal tips are now preserved.

Coordinates: 16.07608400,108.22537400

China Beach

China Beach is a paradise for surfers and those who want to admire the restless sea and feel the full force of the water element. The swimming season is rather short because the sea is too rough for swimming most of the year.

China Beach gained its fame in part because of the American TV series of the same name - China Beach (Chaina Beach), which tells about the lives of soldiers who served in Vietnam, the developers of the beach decided to keep the name, which increased its popularity among tourists.

But not only the name attracts people to relax on this beach, the well-known white sands, beautiful area, the nearby Marble Mountains. The restless sea and high waves make the resort extremely popular with surfers. The swimming season on the beach is considered to be from May to July, during this period lifeguards work, at other times of the year it is dangerous to swim, even experienced surfers and swimmers may not be able to cope with the natural elements.

The beach is also known for hosting the World Surfing Championship in 1992. In addition, China Beach has been listed as one of the most luxurious beaches in the world by Forbes magazine.

Coordinates: 16.04280300,108.25174600

Son Dung Cave

Son Dung Cave in Vietnam is considered the largest cave in the world. Its width is about two hundred meters, its depth is about one hundred and fifty meters, and its length is almost nine kilometers, an entire city street with all the buildings on it can easily fit in the cave. Son Dung is twice the size of Deer Cave in Malaysia, formerly the largest known cave.

Son Dung was discovered in 1991 by a Vietnamese peasant named Ho Han, who feared the whistling sounds coming from the cave and named it Mountain River Cave. Cavers explored the cave only in 2009. Son Dung was formed about two and a half million years ago when a river flow washed away limestone rocks. In some halls of the cave, the ceiling collapsed, creating huge windows through which sunlight began to penetrate inside, and with it, a real jungle grew in the underground halls.

The cave is located in the Fongya Kebang National Park in the Quang Binh province near the border with Laos. The distance to the nearest town of Dong Hoi is sixty-five kilometers, of which ten you will have to walk. It will take you two or three days to explore the cave.

Coordinates: 17.47127400,106.28696100

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Marble mountains

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Just five kilometers away driving along the seashore from Da Nang is located the most interesting natural monument of this area - the Marble Mountains. In ancient times, mountains were islands around which the sea was overflowing. Now it's a group of hills united in one mountain range. A large deposit of marble is located here, the extraction of which lived in the surrounding areas, but at present it is prohibited.

The five peaks are named after the five elements: water, earth, fire, metal and wood. There are pagodas on them, the most famous of them built in 1825 - Tamthai.

Landmark ennobled infrastructure: travelers can buy water after a difficult climb up a steep staircase, rest on a bench; pointers help you not to get lost. There are many caves with temples in the Marble Mountains.

Reference! Tourists visit one, the most high mountain Thủy Sơn waters. An indelible impression is left by the Am Hu cave located there, which naturally symbolizes heaven and hell. In addition to tourists, the place attracts pilgrims professing Hinduism and Buddhism.

The Marble Mountains are often visited during sightseeing tours, but if desired, it is easy to get to them on your own.

If you stop in the southern part of Da Nang, where between the mountains and the sea are also located good hotels, you can even walk to the mountains.

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Other ways of getting around are by taxi, rented bike or car, and by shuttle bus from Da Nang to Hoi An. From the train station in Hoi An the ride will take only 20 minutes.

Visit all caves and temples on main grief complex will cost 15,000 VND. If you wish, you can take the elevator to it, which will cost another 15,000 VND.

Here are some tips for those wishing to explore the Marble Mountains:

• Tourists who have visited the complex recommend putting in three to four hours for sightseeing and be sure to take comfortable shoes with you.
• A flashlight will not be superfluous - for inspecting the unenhanced part of the cave - and the map sold at the foot, without which it is easy to get lost.
• It is better to plan a visit on weekdays, because on weekends or holidays there can be an influx of Vietnamese tourists.

Cable car and Mount Bana (Ba Na)

Forty kilometers to the west of Da Nang is Mount Bana (Ba Na), one and a half kilometers above sea level. This peak is interesting because in one day Bana lives four seasons: spring in the morning, summer in the afternoon, autumn in the evening and winter closer to night.

Reference! The resort here was founded back in 1920 by the French and is invariably of interest to Vietnamese and foreign travelers as a place for relaxation and recovery. The mountain has a well-developed tourist infrastructure: there are hotels, golf courses, spa centers, a large amusement park for the whole family.

From Bana to the neighboring Wongnguet peak, you can get on one of the most the longest and highest cable cars in the world, and there - visit the temple and the statue of the seated Buddha twenty-four meters high, walk along the waterfalls and enjoy the view of the surroundings from the observation platforms.

The ticket will cost 300,000 VND. It will take fifteen minutes to overcome the road 5042 meters long.

You can get to the mountain in minutes for 45 on a rented car or as part of an excursion from Da Nang- such a trip for the whole day will cost about 1 400 000 VND. An additional ticket for the funicular is paid.

IMPORTANT! The temperature jumps in Banya are so noticeable that it is recommended to take warm clothes with you for a long visit.

Cham Museum (Bao Tang Cham)

In the very center of Da Nang, opposite the Dragon Bridge, there is the Cham Archaeological Museum, known far beyond Vietnam.

Reference! It is interesting for the collection of monuments of the disappeared ancient state of Champa (Champa). Here you can see specimens found at excavations in the provinces of Binh Dinh, Quang Tri, Quang Nam since the time of the French archaeologist-founder of the museum, Henri Parmentier. The oldest statues of bronze, terracotta and sandstone, of which there are already more than three hundred, date back to the 7th century.

A ticket to the museum costs VND 40,000 and is open to the public from 7.00 to 17.30.

IMPORTANT! If you want to buy postcards and stamps in Da Nang, here is one of the few places where you can do it.

Museum of Danang

Da Nang Museum, which is also located in the center, - it is a local history museum. Here you can learn about the curious history of the city, older than the capital of Vietnam: the first settlement was founded in 192.

The expositions reflect all eras, including Portuguese and French rule, American invasion. An extensive collection of household items, clothing, artifacts, documents and photographs has been collected.

The entrance to the Da Nang Museum is free, you can visit from Tuesday to Sunday from 8.00 to 11.30 and from 14.00 to 16.30.

Ho Chi Minh Museum and 5th Military Zone Museum

The Museum of Ho Chi Minh and the Fifth Militarized Zone is not a very popular place to visit for either tourists or locals. The bulk of the visitors are local schoolchildren and soldiers. This is the president's house-museum with exhibits from the First and Second Indochina Wars located at his entrance.

Interesting! As a rule, tourists come here only to photograph American and French tanks, aircraft and air defense systems, among which one can find the Soviet MiG-21 and T-34.

You can enter the museum for 20,000 VND. Open for visits daily from 07:30 to 16:30 with a break from 11:00 to 13:30. You can get there on foot in ten minutes from the Dragon Bridge.

Ruins of Michon (My Son sanctuary)

The ruins of Michon are a unique temple complex of the X-XIII centuries, erected during the ancient kingdom of Champa. This is the largest such architectural ensemble on the coast, which is based on Hindu mythology.

Reference! The main tower of Michon is especially interesting: the two-level structure in the shape of a rectangle symbolizes sacred mountain at the center of the universe.

Located eighty kilometers from Da Nang, the ruins are usually visited with a guided tour that costs from VND 200,000. But you can take a taxi or a rented car, a separate entrance to the complex will then cost 100,000 VND. You can visit the attraction from 6:30 to 16:00 hours.

Important! The complex is on the list World heritage UNESCO.

Nui Son Tra Peninsula, Buddha Statue and Linh Ung Temple

Literally, the name of the Son Tra Peninsula is translated as "Monkey mountain" in honor of the eponymous peak located here. With observation deck a picturesque view of the bay and the Khaivan pass opens up.

On the southern part of the mountain there are the sights that have glorified the peninsula: Lady Buddha statue and Lin Ung temple.

Reference! The unique snow-white statue is visible from anywhere in the city, which is not surprising: its height is 67 meters, and the diameter of the lotus on which it stands is 35 meters. Inside 17 floors, only the first one can be visited. Each floor is adorned with twenty-one small Buddha statues with different facial expressions.

Linh Ung 17th century pagoda has gone through several restorations, the structures were especially damaged during the last war. The temple is surrounded by a well-groomed area with bonsai and many statues made of white marble.

Important! In Da Nang, there are three Lin Ung pagodas that form the sacred triangle: on one of the Marble Mountains, on the top of Ban and on the Son Tra Peninsula.

The visit is free, you can get there by taxi or rented transport.

Hai Van Pass

Over Mount Truong Son, thirty kilometers north of Da Nang, at an altitude of almost half a kilometer above sea level, passes the Hai Van Pass. Once it was the only way towards Hue and Vinh, but in 2005 a six kilometers long road was built through the mountain.

Advice! The pass is visited to admire the views of the South China Sea opening from a height, so it is best to arrive in the afternoon in clear weather. Langko beach is visible from the north side, Mikhe beach from the south. But on the mountain itself there are interesting places: since the war, defensive fortifications like pillboxes have been preserved.

A small recreation area with a market and a cafe is organized for tourists. Travelers who have been here say that you shouldn't come here on purpose, but if the path lies from Hue to Da Nang or vice versa, you can drive not through the tunnel, but the pass, for which you need to pay the taxi driver. At the very top, no fees are required anywhere.

IMPORTANT! Haiwan is easy to get to by motorcycle, but be careful as the road is very steep and winding.

Springs of Suoi Voi and Phuoc Nhon

V national park Bat Ma at a distance of fifty kilometers from Da Nang, you can visit the Suoi Voi springs. These are peculiar natural pools among stones, surrounded by green mountains and crystal clear cool water. Sometimes they are called “Elephant Springs” because the boulders nearby look like elephants.

This is a place with a developed infrastructure, where after swimming you can relax on the massage therapist's table or dine in a cafe, but at the same time, not so well-known among tourists and therefore still abundant in secluded corners. Several springs are spread over a vast area, among which you can find a zone of complete silence and solitude.

For entry to the park, they will ask for a payment of 10,000 VND, for entry on a motorcycle another 3,000 VND, by car - 10,000 VND.

Twenty-five kilometers from Da Nang a health resort is located With hot mineral springs Phuoc Nhon. The water here beats out of the ground with a temperature of 55 ° C. The territory is ennobled with a garden of stones, greenery and flowers. The main areas of treatment are skin diseases and joint diseases.

For those who have come on a one-day excursion, changing rooms and sun loungers are equipped, and for guests for more long time wooden bungalows are provided. In the territory there is a restaurant and a small cafe, a curious way of making coffee: here it is whipped in a blender.

IMPORTANT! It is here that it is mined mineral water under the brand name "Laval", which is found on store shelves throughout the country.

The place is open to the public from 8:00 to 20:30. The procedure for taking a hot mineral or mud bath will cost 100,000 VND, herbal bath - 240,000 VND.

Popular excursions

Of course one of the most visited is an sightseeing tour by the city. Programs may vary, but usually include visits to a village of artisans and nearby natural sites - Son Tra Peninsula, Marble Mountains.

The total cost of such an excursion starts from 400,000 VND.

The excursion is very popular to the amusement park on Mount Bana... Here you can combine a visit to the cable car and a Buddhist temple ensemble with a visit to a French mountain village with a chateau, a real wine cellar built in 1923 and an amusement park.

The total cost of such an excursion starts from 1,300,000 VND.

Sea excursion to the Tyam Islands on a comfortable ship will be of interest to fans of snorkeling, which will delight the beauty of corals and the diversity of the inhabitants of the South China Sea.

Such a walk will cost about VND 1,000,000.

Interesting one day excursions to nearby cities: Hoi An - once the main trading port of Asia - and Hue - the past imperial capital of Vietnam.

Such trips will cost in the region of 1,000,000 - 2,000,000 VND.

Where to go if you are short on time?

In the opinion seasoned travelers, the most curious sights are Marble Mountains, Son Tra Peninsula and national park Father Ma with mineral springs. It is in these places that unique ancient structures and pristine natural landscapes coexist, which cannot be ignored.

Da Nang - for now not the most popular tourist destination in Vietnam, but already very actively developing. Thanks to this, many sights can be viewed without long queues, but with comfort. Therefore, if the trails tested by compatriots have managed to get bored, Danang is definitely recommended for visiting.