Vietnam is a country that keeps centuries-old traditions, a special culture, and an interesting history. Excellent landscapes, where no corner is like another, delight tourists.
If you have chosen Vietnam for your vacation, Phu Quoc is the place that you want to pay special attention to. The largest island of the country is spread over a distance of 4 km. off the coast of Vietnam. From Cambodia it is separated by 15 kilometers. The length of the island is more than 50 kilometers. You can get here by plane from Ho Chi Minh City. It will only take about an hour.
Unusual, but very beautiful nature with lush tropical vegetation, unique seafood, white sandy beaches - this is all Vietnam. Phu Quoc is no exception. This island has all of the above Vietnamese flair. Plus, everything is cheap here. In a word, this is a real dream for a tourist who is planning a quiet and measured vacation in an ecologically clean area.
The capital of the island is the small town of Duon Dong. Despite its small size, there is something to see here. One of the most interesting buildings of the city is the Cau Palace, builtright on the rock. Regarding its history, there is a legend according to which the goddess of the sea Tien Hau still lives in it. Therefore, it is here that fishermen come before going to sea to pray for a big catch and a calm sea. But this is not all the interesting places that Phu Quoc is famous for. Vietnam is ready to show another attraction located on this island - this is the Coconut Prison. The architectural structure has a gloomy past, which is reminiscent of torture rooms, dark passages and barracks. Near it is a museum where you can find detailed information about this attraction.
For tourists who come to rest in such an exotic country as Vietnam, Phu Quoc offers the best conditions for diving. The waters of the South China Sea, which wash the island, hide in their blue abyss the unique beauties of the mysterious underwater world. In 2002, the Rainbow Divers diving center opened on the island, which is the cheapest in the world.
The island is famous for its beaches, which stretch along the coast in a string. Long Beach is considered the largest and most popular beach. It is near it that the most comfortable hotels rise. For those who come to rest in Vietnam, Phu Quoc offers to visit another equally popular beach - Boi Sao. Its amenities are a little simpler than Long Beach, but it is also cozy and peaceful here.
Can you imagine that there is a place where rice is not grown when it comes to a country like Vietnam? Phu Quoc Island is one of those. Instead of rice fieldshere you can see whole plantations of black pepper. In addition, Pho Quoc is famous for its pearl farms. Their visit is included in any sightseeing tour of the island. During such a trip, you can see in detail the process of not only growing pearls, but also their processing. Here you can also buy pearl jewelry or other products.
You can go on vacation to Phu Quoc at any time of the year, except for October. At this time, there are heavy rains here, and the rest will be boring and incomplete.
