Cong Dam Area
Halong, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam Halong, Quang Ninh Province, Vietnam
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#2 of 30 tourist attractions in Halong Bay
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Overview
Being located in this off-the-beaten-track destination of Bai Tu Long Bay, the majestic beauty of the sea and mountains in Cong Dam Area can passionate any travelers, along with clean environment and peaceful ambiance in a non-touristy area. It is said that this area is an outdoor geological museum that has been preserved for about 340 million years. You will be astonished at the natural rocky mountains, which were formed by the Creator with great delicacy.
ABOUT CONG DAM AREA
This area is a place of many coral reefs, lakes below the ground inside of limestone mountains and caves under the water. You will have a chance to immerse yourself in pristine large beaches in this area with white smooth sand and crystal clear blue water like Tra Gioi, Cay Bang and Cat Oan Beach.
Exploring Cong Dam Area, besides primitive wondrous scenery like nowhere else, you also have a chance to visit a small old floating fishing village with the population of just around 120 people. You will see how the houses are tied together on the water to protect themselves from the storm. This ancient village still preserves its traditional fishing culture from the past. You have a chance to enrich your culture knowledge and truly see the livelihood of the local people here. You will enjoy the time talking to local people, listen to their memorable life experiences and stories, how they overcome the storm, and what they do for their living… An insight of local culture is one of your unforgettable highlights for your adventure in this World Heritage site.
WHAT TO DO IN CONG DAM AREA
Take a walk along the beach, or immerse yourself in crystal clear water, you will get true rest in fresh air and peaceful atmosphere of the sea. For travelers who want to discover this area on your own, you can choose kayaking to explore the hidden mystical caves and small houses around this beautiful unspoiled area; or you can take a rowing boat for a laid-back adventure.
You can also take part in some of the activities to get a sense of what it’s like to live here like try your hand at fishing like a real fisherman, or you can help local people in mangrove planting to protect the environment in this area. You will truly enjoy visiting this primitive part of Halong Bay with less tourists around.
