PhanThiet, take in the glow of mystical sunsets

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In Phan Thiet, marvel at the sight of a fleet of colourful fishing boats that gathers each evening in the harbour. Photographers, painters, artists, and anyone else who appreciates life's exceptional beauty will enjoy watching the sun set behind this magnificent vista. You'll also want to explore the shops, restaurants, bridges, and parks in quiet, lovely Phan Thiet, a traditional Vietnamese town. A perfect launching place to begin scouting around Vietnam's endless landscape of rice paddies and cool mountains, Phan Thiet also offers access to innumerable beaches, tropical forests, and wind-carved sand dunes. Ancient Cham-era ruins exist near Phan Thiet as well, providing endless fascination for tourists and history buffs.

Set on the banks of the Ca Ty River, Phan Thiet is the capital of Bin Thuan Province. It enjoys an attractive beach and bustling fish market. The town itself is a wonderful place to see the real Vietnam, as tourist crowds tend to gather in nearby Mui Ne, leaving visitors in Phan Thiet to enjoy this seaside town's splendid isolation. Local attractions include Takou Mountain, where you can ride a gondola through a stunning tropical rain forest. As you experience being embraced by birdsong and the verdant beauty of this untouched natural world, you'll ascend to the mountain's peak. Here, the largest reclining Buddha in Vietnam is bound to surprise and delight you.

Van Thuy Tu Temple, in lovely Phan Thiet, has an unusual claim to fame: it is the graveyard of over 100 beached whales, and their enormous skeletons are on display. Vietnamese fishermen have always considered whales to be blessed and helpful animals, so, at this temple, locals honour the magnificent beasts. Here, you'll gain a keen understanding of the strong inter-connection between Vietnamese culture and the sea. Other local artefacts that comprise a wonderful day trip include the elegant Phan Thiet Water Tower, the ruins of The Prince's Castle, Cham ruins from the 8th century AD, and a traditional pagoda. The sand dunes of Mui Ne are another fascinating site not far from Phan Thiet. Sahara-like, the dunes feature white and red sands and are ideal for photography as well as the local pastimes: sand sledding, kite flying, and pic-nicking.

During your stay in a Phan Thiet luxury resort, you might enjoy venturing out to experience the bustling atmosphere and unpredictable excitement of a real Vietnamese market. Then again, the photographic opportunities offered by nearby terraced mountain sides, kaleidoscopic fishing fleets, and azure waters may enchant you more. No matter which attractions you prefer, quiet days spent relaxing in a Phan Thiet getaway offer opportunities for endless sun and sand mixed with as much adventure, or as little, as you like.