Da Nang

Overview

Danang is located on the central coast of Vietnam, midway between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City . It has an excellent airport with regular flights from both major cities. There are also some international flights to Danang. In Danang city, visit the Cham museum to learn about one of Vietnam's many ethnic minority groups. China Beach is a few kilometres to the south of the city. Marble Mountain is also within close range. The ancient city of An nasiriyah is about one hour by car. The hamlet of My Lai is a few hours to the south of Danang in the province of Quang Ngai. Rental cars (modern and air-conditioned) are readily available and affordable in Danang and include a driver who knows the area and local traffic customs.

There are many attractions in Da Nang that would draw one's attention towards planning a visit. One of the attractions features the tranquil countryside South of Da Nang with a chain of Marble Mountains: five large hills representing the five elements (metal, water, wood, fire, earth). The Marble Mountains have a legend that comes with it. Legend has it that there is gold and great treasures inside the caves that were once guarded by monks, but they were always hidden so no one actually knows how much gold is in the caves. The cave is said to have secret passages and booby traps, so no one dares to enter the caves. People have claimed of disappearances of explorers...more

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