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The road to Ganh Da Dia is a romantic one, winding through rice fields, lined with coconut trees, and a tiny market where vendors sit and chat idly. The road follows a mountain edge, ascending and descending before reaching a village where stones are used for house foundations, fences, walls, and livestock pens...
Nature is truly wondrous, bestowing upon Phu Yen a unique place like Ganh Da Dia, formed mostly from rough, hexagonal rock slabs stacked layer upon layer to create a majestic cliff extending into the sea.
Formed when volcanoes spewed lava into the sea, the rocks of Ganh Da Dia appear as if they were meticulously arranged by the hand of God, each rock perfectly fitted together in a honeycomb structure without the need for any adhesive.
Next to Ganh Da Dia is Bang Beach, a beach with long stretches of white sand, shady trees, and a pristine, unspoiled atmosphere with fresh, pleasant air, perfect for camping or picnicking. Sitting on the smooth rocks, listening to the gentle sound of the waves, I also got to admire the charming little mountain formed from rock columns.
Walking along the rocky outcrop, I discovered a depression in the middle where rainwater and seawater had accumulated over time, forming a miniature world teeming with small crabs, shrimp, and fish. Going around, I found another landmark: a deep and wide cave. This was a shelter for our soldiers during the war; thanks to this cave, our soldiers could hide during the day and launch nighttime attacks, inflicting devastating blows on the enemy.
At Ganh Da Dia, I spent hours fishing for scad, barramundi, and other fish... and joined the local children in prying open "nàng's breasts" – a type of clam that clings to the rocks – to grill with green chili and salt and enjoy it on the spot. If you haven't been to Ganh Da Dia before, it's hard to truly feel the whispers of the rocks, the waves sometimes murmuring like a declaration of love, sometimes roaring as if wanting to destroy everything... The rosy sunlight, the cool breeze, and the rhythmic sound of the waves created a scene that stirred emotions in everyone, not just me, but all the guests in the group.
Contact:
Lien Bang Travelink – 881 Tran Hung Dao, Ward 1, District 5, Ho Chi Minh City, Tel: (08) 3838 2288, website:www.lienbangtravel.com
