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Lighthouses in Vietnam<\/h2>\n
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As Vietnam has a long coast running along the entire length of the country, it comes as no surprise that it\u2019s home to many lighthouses. Solemn and dignified, they stand guard over stony cliffs and secluded islands, guiding ships safely home and <\/span>acting as<\/span> sights for the sore eyes of adventurous travelers on their journeys.<\/span><\/p>\n

So if a view of the ocean with a tall tower sounds like your ideal photo backdrop, here are <\/span>8 lighthouses in Vietnam<\/b> to check out on your next vacation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1. C\u00f4 T\u00f4 Lighthouse in Qu\u1ea3ng Ninh \u2013 with one of the most beautiful views in Vietnam<\/h3>\n
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The northern Vietnamese province of Qu\u1ea3ng Ninh is mostly known for the magnificent H\u1ea1 Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site<\/span>. B<\/span>ut another popular travel destination of the province is C\u00f4 T\u00f4 Island, only accessible via boat from the C\u00e1i R\u1ed3ng Port located 50KM from H\u1ea1 Long City.<\/span><\/p>\n

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And if you do visit the island on a vacation, the <\/span>C\u00f4 T\u00f4 Lighthouse<\/b> is one of the must-visit landmarks in the area. Built in the 19th century, it offers what many people consider to be the most beautiful view a lighthouse in Vietnam can offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

At the top of its 72-step staircase, you can take in a clear view of the charming island: a vast greenness of trees dotted by humble houses, with the ocean and the mainland farther beyond.<\/span><\/p>\n

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As mentioned, you can easily catch a boat to C\u00f4 T\u00f4 Island from the C\u00e1i R\u1ed3ng Port located 50KM from H\u1ea1 Long City. There are multiple boats traveling between the two locations throughout the day, so you can be flexible with your departure timing. Expect to pay <\/span>VND200,000-VND250,000 (~USD8.67-USD10.84) <\/b>per <\/b>person<\/b> for a one-way trip, which takes about 90 minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 20\u00b059’56.4″N 107\u00b045’26.5″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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2. Thu\u1eadn Ph\u01b0\u1edbc Lighthouse in \u0110\u00e0 N\u1eb5ng \u2013 a convenient location to catch the sunset<\/h3>\n
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Only 5KM from the center of \u0110\u00e0 N\u1eb5ng, the <\/span>Thu\u1eadn Ph\u01b0\u1edbc Lighthouse<\/b> is a known photo spot of the city thanks to its accessibility. While the building itself isn\u2019t too imposing of a structure, its convenient location at the place where the H\u00e0n River flows out to the sea allows for a clear view of both the city and the open water.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Come here at dusk to catch a shot of the sun setting over the Thu\u1eadn Ph\u01b0\u1edbc Bridge in the distance.<\/span><\/p>\n

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GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 16\u00b005’33.3″N 108\u00b013’26.5″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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3. Ti\u00ean Sa Lighthouse in \u0110\u00e0 N\u1eb5ng \u2013 mountaintop lighthouse<\/h3>\n
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If you want a lighthouse with a more elevated view than the Thu\u1eadn Ph\u01b0\u1edbc Lighthouse during your time in \u0110\u00e0 N\u1eb5ng, the <\/span>Ti\u00ean Sa Lighthouse<\/b> is worth a visit, provided you\u2019re up for a little bit more of a challenge. Located near the top of the S\u01a1n Tr\u00e0 Mountain right next to the city, the lighthouse is a beautiful yellow-and-white structure standing tall above the tree line, offering a stunning view down to the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n

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To get to the lighthouse, you\u2019ll be driving up the mountain for 13KM. Still, the road is well-built and not too steep, so even beginner drivers can make the trip safely if they are careful. Be sure to go on a manual motorbike, as automatic scooters are not allowed higher up on the mountain.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Another thing to note is that the area is home to the endangered pig-tailed macaques, who have developed a habit of flocking to the road to ask for treats from visitors, so keep an eye out for them to avoid <\/span>accidents<\/span>. Also, the authorities have warned against <\/span>feeding these monkeys<\/span><\/a> to protect the ecosystem.<\/span><\/p>\n

GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 16\u00b008’22.1″N 108\u00b019’18.9″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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4. K\u00ea G\u00e0 Lighthouse in B\u00ecnh Thu\u1eadn \u2013 the tallest lighthouse in Southeast Asia<\/h3>\n
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Built in <\/span>1899 and standing 35M tall, the <\/span>K\u00ea G\u00e0 Lighthouse<\/b> at the coast of B\u00ecnh Thu\u1eadn Province is the tallest lighthouse in Southeast Asia.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The lighthouse remains mostly <\/span>unknown to casual tourists<\/span>, but thanks to its commanding hexagonal shape with stark gray walls that ooze an archaic vibe, it has long been frequented by adventurous travelers who love to explore the area on a motorbike.<\/span><\/p>\n

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If you travel from Saigon, it takes 200KM to get to the lighthouse, so be ready to spend 4-5 hours on the road. Still, toward the end of the journey, you\u2019ll be treated to charming views of pristine white-sand beaches and vast dragon fruit gardens.<\/span><\/p>\n

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As the lighthouse stands on a small island 500M offshore, you\u2019ll need to hire ferry services from local fishermen, whom you can easily find on the beach, to take you there. The fee is only about <\/span>VND20,000 (~USD0.87).<\/b><\/p>\n

GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 10\u00b041’43.1″N 107\u00b059’29.7″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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5. \u0110\u1ea1i L\u00e3nh Lighthouse in Ph\u00fa Y\u00ean \u2013 the spot that welcomes the first rays of sunlight in Vietnam<\/h3>\n
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Many visitors come to Ph\u00fa Y\u00ean to take pictures with its charming beaches and captivating grass-covered hills that once served as the stage of the famous Vietnamese movie Yellow Flowers On The Green Grass<\/em>, but when you\u2019re here, do not miss out on the <\/span>\u0110\u1ea1i L\u00e3nh Lighthouse<\/b>, 35KM from the province\u2019s Tuy H\u00f2a City.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Spanning 320 square meters, the lighthouse occupies a spot that\u2019s believed to be the very first location shone upon by the sun every morning in Vietnam. As a result, if you can set your alarm clock a bit early to get here at dawn, you\u2019ll be rewarded with a gorgeous view of the sun rising from the ocean.<\/span><\/p>\n

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We recommend wearing comfortable shoes, as you\u2019ll have to climb up a rather long stone staircase up a hill to reach where the lighthouse stands, and from there it\u2019s another 100-step staircase to get to its top floor.<\/span><\/p>\n

GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 12\u00b053’46.9″N 109\u00b027’24.3″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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6. G\u00e0nh \u0110\u00e8n Lighthouse in Ph\u00fa Y\u00ean \u2013 next to a beautiful rock formation<\/h3>\n
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Another lighthouse that you can pay a visit to during your time in Ph\u00fa Y\u00ean is <\/span>G\u00e0nh \u0110\u00e8n Lighthouse<\/b>, 35KM away from Tuy H\u00f2a City in the opposite direction of \u0110\u1ea1i L\u00e3nh Lighthouse. Of course, it offers a clear vista of the sea as you\u2019d expect from a lighthouse, though G\u00e0nh \u0110\u00e8n is also famous for a nearby attraction: <\/span>G\u00e0nh \u0110\u00e1 \u0110\u0129a<\/b>, or \u201cthe reef of the stone plates\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The reef is a natural beehive-like structure assembled from clusters of hexagonal rocks \u2013 the results of volcanic eruptions that solidified and cracked over the years. Thanks to its unique shape, G\u00e0nh \u0110\u00e1 \u0110\u0129a is a popular check-in spot of the area.<\/span><\/p>\n

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GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 13\u00b021’50.1″N 109\u00b017’37.9″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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7. M\u0169i Dinh Lighthouse in Ph\u01b0\u1edbc Dinh \u2013 a challenging yet rewarding journey through a mini-desert<\/h3>\n
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While several lighthouses in this list are located in convenient spots that you can drive straight to, the road to <\/span>M\u0169i Dinh Lighthouse<\/b> is a true adventure that\u2019ll leave you with many fond memories, especially if you embark on it with friends.<\/span><\/p>\n

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For the last 1KM of the journey, you\u2019ll have to leave your bike – you can find locals offering parking services for a small fee – and walk through a massive field of sand dunes that\u2019s dubbed Vietnam\u2019s own mini-desert. Alternatively, if you don\u2019t like walking, you can hire a 4-seat utility task vehicle for <\/span>VND300,000 (~USD13.06)<\/b> to travel on the sand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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\n<\/span><\/a>The sand dunes make for great camping spots<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

As the area remains relatively untouched by tourism activities, it still retains a pristine beauty that\u2019s enthralled countless travelers. You can find here many spots that look out to the sea, making for ideal camping places. It is not uncommon for groups of visitors to set up camps and stay overnight in the sand field, then set off for M\u0169i Dinh Lighthouse the next morning.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The final part of the itinerary involves a pretty intense climb up a steep 2KM slope to get to the lighthouse. We recommend bringing water to refresh yourself along the way, as well as sunproof gear if you visit on a hot day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

That said, the challenging climb only makes the stunning view and cool sea breeze you\u2019ll find at the top all the more rewarding.<\/span><\/p>\n

GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 11\u00b021’38.5″N 109\u00b000’50.1″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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8. V\u0169ng T\u00e0u Lighthouse \u2013 clear view of V\u0169ng T\u00e0u City<\/h3>\n
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Being only two hours\u2019 drive from HCMC, the southern coastal city of <\/span>V\u0169ng T\u00e0u<\/b> is Saigonese residents’ favorite vacation spot whenever they want to catch <\/span>a<\/span> sea breeze, and seldom do people come here without hitting up the city\u2019s <\/span>lighthouse<\/b> to snap a few pictures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Standing 18M tall on top of a mountain southwest of V\u0169ng T\u00e0u City, the lighthouse is a round tower with walls painted white, making it resemble a chess piece. Despite being over a century old, it is still well-maintained and operational.<\/span><\/p>\n

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But of course, what most visitors come here for is the view. From the lighthouse, you can look down to pretty much the entirety of V\u0169ng T\u00e0u City from an elevated viewpoint, and beyond, the ocean stretches as far as the eye can see, merging with the sky at the horizon.<\/span><\/p>\n

GPS coordinates:<\/b><\/span> 10\u00b020’02.7″N 107\u00b004’38.7″E<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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Lighthouses in Vietnam with views of the ocean<\/h3>\n
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Tall, imposing, and often with gorgeous views, lighthouses always make for eye-catching landmarks worth visiting.<\/span><\/p>\n

So if your next vacation in Vietnam is to one of the above-mentioned cities or provinces, be sure to drop by these 8 lighthouses to add some jaw-dropping shots to your photo gallery.<\/span><\/p>\n

For more things to do and photo spots in Vietnam, check out:<\/span><\/p>\n