Hoi An – Da Nang: 6 places to visit in the morning

Wanderlust Tips Magazine suggests you 6 places which are perfect to visit in the morning here. 
 

Located about 5 km from Hoi An’s city centre, Cua Dai Beach is un-miscible attraction for all visitors to Hoi An. The beach stretches gently and unfolds its beauty along the inviting sea. Fine, white sand promises a relaxing stay. The sea with its soft waves glistens in the sunshine during the day and the bright yellow light of the moon reflects on its surface when the night falls. Every moment spent at Cua Dai Beach has its own beauty. If you feel like getting active you can go fishing from shore or hire a small local fishing boat that looks like a round basket.

Must see: Bay Mau coconut forest located 3km southwest of Cua Dai Beach.

Cuisine: There is an abundance of restaurants and eateries serving seafood and delicious local dishes near the beach.

Located 3km east of Hoi An, An Bang Beach is quiet, solitary and flanked by a row of lovingly designed beach huts. Turquoise seawater, big waves and white sand round of the pretty picture. An Bang is especially popular with young travellers and locals who fill the cafés and bars overlooking the beach. Colourful beanbags and funky huts in the dunes, give the offbeat beach a wonderful DIY feel.

From the ancient town, you can ride a bicycle to An Bang Beach. You should get there in the morning, play in the beach all day and return to the ancient town when the night falls. If you want to experience a night  in this beach, you can stay in simple hotels in the beach in order to contemplate the sparkling star sky and the continuous waves of the sea.

Cuisine: There are a number of places where you can relax and enjoy seafood and local specialties while enjoying the stunning beach panorama.

The mysterious architectural complex of these temples is located about 50 km southwest of Hoi An. The site dates back to the Champa Kingdom and is nestled in a small valley with a single entrance. Here kings were once worshipped and members of the Champa imperial clan laid to rest in their tombs.
It is one of the most important Hindu temple complex in South East Asia. It is a magnificent travel destination that you don’t want to miss during your time in Hoi An.

Cuisine: Make your way back to Hoi An for dinner at one of countless idyllic restaurants in the ancient town.

Located about 10 km northeast of the city centre, Son Tra Peninsula, rises from the sea to tower at 693m like a present from nature to Danang. Son Tra and its lush green hillside can be seen from anywhere in Danang and it protects the city from storms thanks to its shape. Son Tra Peninsula has long beckoned tourists with its untouched natural beauty and spectacular views. It is one of the most diverse conservation areas in the region famous for its unique flora and fauna, which is home to a number of rare wild animals such as deer, monkeys and red-faced chicken.

Must see: Linh Ung Pagoda – the biggest pagoda in Danang famous for its unusual architecture, Tien Stream and Da Stream – two wild beautiful water ways, But Beach- tucked away in a little bay But Beach is where the sea and forest meet, Bac Beach – an unspoiled beach on the northern end of the Son Tra Peninsula bay, Bac Beach and Nom Beach.

Cuisine: There is a series of restaurants located along the Hoang Sa – Truong Sa route and scattered on the peninsula, The Top Bar: A la Card Danang Beach Hotel.

Delight in the splendours of the sea or enjoy a number of water sport activities.

My Khe Beach is located 2 km away from central Danang. The beach is known for its white velvety sand, gentle waves and the slender coconut trees lining it. Visitors can go for a swim, try out various water sports all while enjoying the view of the majestic marble statue of the Lady Buddha on the impressive Son Tra Peninsula. The long stretch of beautiful white sand that is Pham Van Dong beach attracts young sunbathers. The sea at Bac My An Beach is clean and its mild temperature varies little throughout the year.

Cuisine: Enjoy delicious fresh seafood including shrimps, crabs, fish, cuttlefish, seafood and abalone at reasonable prices in the countless eateries along the beaches.

Ba Na – Chau mountain is in Hoa Vang District, about 40 km southwest of Danang. To reach the peek at 1 487 metres above sea level visitors first have to drive up a steep 16 km mountain road with dangerous corners to reach the cable car station. A 20 minutes cabin ride offering a stunning panorama of a pristine landscape with rolling clouds on all sides travelling over a primary forests made up of large trees takes visitors all the way to the top. Thanks to the climate up here you will experience all four seasons during your day trip: Spring in the morning, summer in the noon, autumn in the afternoon and winter in the evening.

Must see: Ba Na Hills Resort, Spring Park in Than Tai Mountain, Mo Stream in the foothills, Linh Ung Pagoda, and a French built wine cellar.

Cuisine: Hoi An Restaurant, Morin Restaurant, La Crique&Cafe Postal Restaurant, KavKaz Restaurant, Du Doome Square food area and the Buffet Club.

Source Ngoc Anh | Wanderlust  Tips