Danang Tourism

You are definitely going to fall in love with XuanThieu Beach if you visit it during sunset. This beautiful place is also known as the red beach because the water seems to have red glitter in it during the sunset. When the sun is setting in the west, the water that flows westward reflects the beauty of the sunset and makes it look like it has red glitters in the water. The best part about this beach is that it is very clean and the water is surprisingly blue. You will find a lot of people in the area but from 8 am to around 4 pm the place is relatively empty.Location: Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, Da Nang, VietnamHighlight: The whole beach is surrounded by a lot of greenery and small shacks that houses eateries that make the place a lovely spot on the whole. You can walk around on your own or just lounge on the beach itself.

If you are visiting the Da Nang area of Vietnam then it is recommended that you visit Tien Sa Beach. The crystalline water and the soft sand will definitely make the visit a very memorable one. A very positive thing about the beach is that since it is on the upscale side, the place is not at all clustered. The clean environment makes you feel nice and relaxed while you take a stroll on the beach. Apart from the resort, there are many eateries on the perimeter that have some amazing Vietnamese delicacies on offer. So make sure that you try out the food while you are on this picturesque beach.Location: da Nang, VietnamHighlight: When you are in the area, you can visit the resort that is situated right 1 km off the beach. The resort offers a spa facility that will help you relax during your vacation. The food is amazing as well andmade to order.

Thanh Binh Beach is situated right in the center of the De Nang village in Vietnam. If you are into adventure sports then this is the place for you. One of the best thing about this beach is that though it is situated in the heart of the village yet you are bound to get a lot of free space on the beach. The beach also has many different eateries strewn across the perimeter of the beach that allow you to try some authentic Vietnamese delicacies that are on the menu. On the whole this beach is definitely one of the best places to visit while you are in Vietnam and visiting the De Nang area.Location: central Da nang in VietnamHighlight: It has on offer many different activities like canoeing, windsurfing and paragliding. There are trained professionals in the area who have all the gear required for you to take part in any of these sports.

For someone who loves to explore ancient ruins, Site Archeologique de My Son is the perfect place to visit in Da Nang. The site was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. Site Archeologique de My Son is abandoned ruins of more than seventy Hindu temples constructed between 4th Century to 14th Century AD. The temples are said to be built by Champas and are the remnants of the rich history of Cham Clan. The people of the clan were majorly Hindus. The temples constructed on the site are devoted to Lord Shiva. Much of the ruins were destroyed during the second Indochina war, due to US carpet bombing.Location: The temple complex is located in a valley near Duy Phú village. The area is surrounded by picturesque mountains and overlooked by Hon Quap Mountain.Price: You can get inside the complex by paying a fee of 150,000 VND.

Also known as the red Beach base Area, this coastline was formerly used as a prominent base for Army of Republic of Vietnam and Americas Marine, Navy and Army military camp. It was set 8 km northwest of Da nang on the Red Beach. Today all you will get to see are ruins of the base front and a plethora of resorts and other beach activities happening around the place. The name red is derived from the pleasant red hue that reflects on the water during sun rise and sun set. Although many activities happen in and around the place, the coastline always appears to be calm and clear of habitants. The Red Beach Resort and Spa, Red Beach Hotel and khach San red Beach are few well known places to stay over the weekend here. Also the clean water and the right temperature make it apt for keen swimmers to carry out snorkelling. Location: Nyugen Tat Thanh Best Time: January to June

Phap Lam pagoda attracts the attention of the locals and tourists alike. It features lots of trees, beautiful Buddhist sculptures and manicured gardens. Apart from being a spiritual site, it is also a beautiful site. Highlights: Regardless its location in the heart of the city, the atmosphere in the Phap Lam Pagoda is very calm and serene. Locals and monks praying each morning is a beautiful site to see. The 1.1 high Buddha Statue present in the courtyard of the pagoda is very appealing. In addition to that, the Goddess of Mercy statues also attract the attention of the visitors. The cafes and local restaurants here serve vegetarian foods and anyone can enjoy them.Best time to visit: It opens daily from 5am to 11. 30am and from 1pm to 11.30 pm.Location: The location of this pagoda is 574D Ong Ich Khiem Street, Da NangPrice: Entry is free for all.