Top 5 lesser-known destinations along the central coast

HCM CITY — Travellers who want to enjoy idyllic country scenes in Việt Nam are recommended five spots along the central coast.

Hang Rái in Ninh Thuận Province:

Hang Rái, a perfect complex of rock formations and fossilised coral reefs lying by the sea, is touted as a one-of-a-kind wonder.

It is in Vĩnh Hy Bay, one of the most beautiful bays in the country and only about 40km from the coastal City of Phan Rang in Ninh Thuận Province.

Pù Luông in Thanh Hoá:

Located 25km from Cúc Phương National Park, Pù Luông Nature Reserve attracted visitors with its pristine and tranquil ambience.

Green Island in Bình Định:

Situated 24km from the coast of Quy Nhơn town in Binh Định Province, Green Island is home to around 3,000 residents who make a living mainly by fishing.

Vũng Rô in Phú Yên:

A historical wartime site in central Việt Nam, Vũng Rô has come a long way since, morphing into a beautiful travel destination. Situated 33 km south of Tuy Hoà, the capital of Phú Yên Province, Vũng Rô has been a trendy destination among Vietnamese after featuring in the award-winning Vietnamese movie Yellow Flowers on the Green Grass directed by Victor Vũ.

Moọc Stream in Quảng Binh:

Only 20 minutes from the world-famous Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park by car, Moọc Stream leaves a strong impression on tourists with its breathtaking natural landscapes, rich bio-diversity and fun sporting activities. — VNS