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Jutting out into the sea, the Son Tra Peninsula is crowned by the Son Tra Mountain that the American soldiers during the Viet Nam War called Monkey Mountain. The 13.5km-long mountain to the northeast of Da Nang acts as a barrier protecting the city from strong winds and storms coming in from the sea

Son Tra was also the name given to the district, with 7 wards, when Da Nang separated from Quang Nam–Da Nang Province to become a centrally-run city on 1 January 1997.

The French people used the name “Tien Sa” in their early maps to refer to this peninsula and to the Son Tra Mountain, and it is now the name of the seaport of the city.  The Son Tra scenery is very attractive, and tradition says that descending angels often alight on the summit to sing, dance and play chess.  The name Tien Sa (Tien: Angel, Sa: landing) originated from that.

Covering a total area of 4,370 hectares, Son Tra is the habitat of more than 100 species of fauna, including 8 rare animals like the red-shanked doucs.  The diverse flora here comprises 289 plant species, including 64 large tree species and 107 medicinal and ornamental plants.  The protection of the fauna and flora systems of Son Tra will contribute to conserving the biodiversity and natural beauty of the city.  It is an ideal place for sightseeing, tourism, convalescence and cultural activities.

A beautiful road circling the peninsula has been constructed, and many tourism zones and luxury hotels have been established adjacent to this road.  The other big attraction on the peninsula is Linh Ung Bai But Pagoda, which was completed in July 2010.

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Itinerary 4 days 3 nites

Day 1: Danang arrival – Hoian ancient town

Welcome to Danang! You will be met at the airport and transferred to down town. Free at leisure to walk around the City, do shopping or relax on the beach. Overnight in Danang.

 Day 2:  Hoian – My Son – Hoian (B/L)

This morning, we take a half day excursion to My Son sanctuary. It was the site of religious ceremony of kings of the Champa dynasty, and was also a burial place of Champa royals and national heroes. The My Son temple complex is one of the foremost temple complexes of Hinduism in South East Asia and is the foremost heritage site of this nature in Vietnam. Head back to Hoian, enjoy lunch at local restaurant.

This afternoon, you will visit Japanese Bridge, Phuc Kien Pagoda, Phung Hung Old House and Quang Dong Assembly. Enjoy a walking tour through the narrow lanes of the town lined with century-old building and illuminated by hundreds of colorful lanterns. Overnight in Hoian.

 Day 3: Cham Museum – Marble Moutain – Son Tra Peninsula – Linh Ung (B/L)

Breakfast at hotel then start the tour to visit Cham Museum and Marble mountain in Da Nang city. The Cham Museum, founded in 1915 by the Ecole Francaise d’Extreme Orient, is an open-air collection of the finest Cham sculptures in the world. The Marble Mountains consists of five marble hills. Each of them is representing a different element: Thuy (Water), Moc (Wood), Hoa (Fire), Kim (Metal) and Tho (Earth). The largest and most famous one; the Thuy Mountain, has numerous caves, in which Buddhist sanctuaries have been built through the centuries. Lunch at local restaurant.

In the afternoon: Visit Son Tra Peninsule, Linh Ung Pagoda and Danang pristine beach then drive back to Hoian town. Overnight in Hoian.

 Day 4:  Hoian – Danang – Flight departure (B)

Breakfast at hotel then free at leisure to visit more and do shopping in Hoian till transferring to Danang airport for your flight back home. End of trip!  

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artist Central highland city contest da nang photo photography regions

The association, in collaboration with Da Nang's Literature and Arts Union and the Da Nang department of culture, sport and tourism, said the contest will kick off on July 30 for candidates in 10 cities and provinces.

Each contestant should send eight colour or black-and-white photos under each of two themes: Land and People in the Central and Central Highlands Regions and The Homeland's Rivers.

The organising committee will select and display photos from August 3 to 8, and announce the winners on August 7.

According to VAPA, another photo contest will be held for photography artists in the central city from August 26 to 28.
Source: VNS

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