"Binh Dinh has Vong Phu mountain
There is Thi Nai lagoon, there is Cu Lao Xanh".
When mentioning Binh Dinh, more specifically Quy Nhon city, people often immediately think of famous tourist destinations such as Ky Co, Eo Gio, Hon Kho, Ghenh Rang Tien Sa... As a true "local" of Binh Dinh, Mr. Nguyen Thanh Hung, known as Travel Blogger Bi Me Di, did not hesitate to introduce an island that still has many wild features but still exudes a charming poetic beauty - Cu Lao Xanh.
“As a son of Binh Dinh, although I have had the opportunity to travel to many places, I am still proud and want to introduce the beautiful images of Binh Dinh to more people. Maybe people do not know or do not know much about Cu Lao Xanh - an extremely beautiful island. Therefore, as soon as I had time, I immediately planned to go to Cu Lao Xanh”, Mr. Hung confided.
Cu Lao Xanh is an island that still has many wild features but still exudes a charming, poetic beauty.
To Mr. Hung, Cu Lao Xanh has a wild and pure beauty true to its name.
Cu Lao Xanh, also known as Van Phi Island, is an island near Xuan Dai Bay, Nhon Chau Commune, Quy Nhon City, Binh Dinh Province. This island is located about 24 km northwest of Quy Nhon city's inner coast and 22 km west of Phu Yen province's coast. With a total area of nearly 365 hectares, the island is divided into 3 villages: Thon Tay (center), Thon Dong and Thong Trung.
Cu Lao Xanh possesses a wild beauty that is different from other tourist destinations in Quy Nhon. This place is known as one of the most beautiful islands in Binh Dinh province. In particular, the air here is extremely fresh and cool.
This place is known as one of the most beautiful islands of Binh Dinh province.
In particular, the air here is extremely fresh and cool.
Enjoy the natural scenery to the fullest
For Mr. Hung, Cu Lao Xanh has a wild and pure beauty true to its name, that is the clear blue sea water or the gentle green of the trees and flowers. When coming here, the blogger was especially impressed and sympathetic with the closeness and enthusiasm of the people on the island.
The first impression when looking at Cu Lao Xanh from afar is a green island lying in the middle of the vast ocean. Looking from the sea, the fishing village of fishermen lies at the foot of the mountain on the white sand bank, looking up at the top of the mountain is a towering lighthouse standing out in the middle of the vast ocean.
The first impression when looking at Cu Lao Xanh from afar is a green island in the middle of the vast ocean.
Youth Flagpole
The place that Mr. Hung chose to suggest that everyone must visit when coming to Cu Lao Xanh is Thanh Nien Flagpole. Built in 2014, the flagpole is made of granite, over 22 m high, facing the Hoang Sa archipelago. On the flagpole is recorded the sovereignty, longitude, and latitude of Cu Lao Xanh island.
This is one of the two symbols of Quy Nhon, along with Thi Nai Bridge. In particular, the flagpole also has the meaning of affirming the sovereignty of the sea and islands. "Thanh Nien flagpole is considered the pride of Quy Nhon people, from the flagpole people can look out to see the whole scene of the beautiful and poetic fishing village", the blogger shared.
Thanh Nien Flagpole is considered the pride of Quy Nhon people.
Lighthouse
Built in 1980 when the French colonialists invaded our country, the lighthouse named Plogam Bir has a Gothic style and a harmonious combination of Asian and European design. The lighthouse is 119 m high above sea level, shines about 50 km and is considered one of the beautiful places of Cu Lao Xanh island.
Following the path lined with beautiful wild flowers and trees, climbing the stairs, visitors can stand on the lighthouse. From here, travel enthusiasts have the opportunity to gaze and admire the entire beauty of this oasis. At night, the lighthouse shimmers magically with lantern-like lights in the starry night sky.
The lighthouse, called Plogam Bir, has a Gothic style and a harmonious combination of Asian and European design.
Grassland Stone Beach
The rocky prairie is a large area with large rocks of many shapes and colors. The rocks are scattered or stacked on top of each other, and are home to some rare birds such as swallows, swifts, etc. In addition, the rocky beach also has a large, wild space, suitable for outdoor camping and picnic activities.
“The road down to the rocky grassland is quite difficult but opens up before your eyes a beautiful scene with stacked rocks, interspersed with green trees, the sea and the sky in the background,” the blogger recounted.
The Rocky Prairie is a large area with large rocks of many shapes and colors.
The scattered or stacked stone slabs are home to some rare bird species such as swallows, swifts...
In addition, the rocky beach also has a large, wild space, suitable for outdoor camping and picnic activities.
The special thing that holds the feet
To get to Cu Lao Xanh, Mr. Hung suggests two ways to travel: "From Ham Tu wharf, people can take a boat to the island in about two hours or save time by taking a canoe in just 30 minutes."
According to Mr. Hung, the best time to experience Cu Lao Xanh is from March to September. At this time, the weather is sunny and the sea is calm and clear, which is favorable for swimming, diving and sightseeing.
To get to Cu Lao Xanh, Mr. Hung suggests two forms of transportation.
In addition to the poetic natural scenery, cuisine is also a special thing that attracts tourists. “In addition to rustic dishes such as banh xeo and cha ca, when going to the island, you definitely have to eat seafood and the dishes that everyone must try are stone crab, flying fish eggs and moon snails…”, the blogger said.
Sharing more with Travellive readers, Mr. Hung sent a message: “Images or videos cannot fully depict the real beauty of Cu Lao Xanh. Therefore, travel to Quy Nhon, especially Cu Lao Xanh to experience this wonderful thing for yourself.”
Besides the poetic natural scenery, cuisine is also a special feature that attracts tourists.
Detailed itinerary for one day exploring Cu Lao Xanh Island by Travel Blogger Bi Me Di:
6:30: Have breakfast in Quy Nhon city center
7:20: arrive at Ham Tu wharf
7:30: take the canoe to Cu Lao Xanh
8:00 am: arrive at Cu Lao Xanh and complete procedures to get to the island (because Cu Lao Xanh is a military island, it will not accept foreign guests)
8:30: rest at a cafe and prepare to go out
9:00: Go to Thanh Nien Flagpole
10:00: Go to the Lighthouse
10:30: Go to the Grassland Stone Beach
11:15: go swimming and snorkeling
13:00: return to shower, have lunch and rest
15:00: take the canoe back to Quy Nhon city center.
