Joanna James
Set on the picturesque coast of Central Vietnam, the beachside town of Quy Nhon is blessed with a stunning seascape and a host of breathtaking wonders that are sure to leave you in awe. Explore the laid-back quiet coastal city and savour the fascinating glories that make for a blissful getaway.
A short 3-kilometre drive away from the city centre in the heart of Champa territory is one of the most historically significant sites in Vietnam—Thap Doi Cham Towers. A couple of 13-century towers sit within the sanctuary of a pretty park, at the end of a steep flight of stairs. Thap Doi Cham Towers—better known as the "Twin Towers" among most tourists to the seaside city—are well-known for their striking Cham architecture and are one of the most-visited tourist attractions in the city.
Set on the eastern side of the Nhon Ly commune, Eo Gio is a seaside mountain outcrop that is best known for its incredible vantage point that affords mind-blowing views overlooking the turquoise blue waters. Trek your way through the boardwalk that wraps around the mountain to the top, where lies those perfect seaside views. Eo Gio is a blissful experience from dawn to dusk, but it is at its most breathtaking in the late evening when the tranquil sunset takes over the sky.
Quy Nhon is blessed with a string of picture-postcard beaches—the stunning stretch of pristine white shores of Ky Co Beach arguably tops the list. In fact, it is this slice of spectacular beach that put Quy Nhon on the map for most tourists to the city, making the palm-fringed sands a must-have on your Quy Nhon itinerary. Unwind under swaying palms, sip tropical cocktails and bask in the soothing sun as you soak up the idyllic seaside aura.
A 20-kilometre drive away from the city centre of Quy Nhon is the secluded and peaceful Phuong Mai Peninsula—a vast expanse of golden-hued sands extending as far as the eye can see. While the string of beaches that border Quy Nhon is deniably gorgeous, they aren't the most tranquil places in the city, making the sprawling peninsula a quick getaway to enjoy a moment of peace and quiet away from hordes of tourists.
Dating back to the 18th century, Long Khanh Pagoda is one of the most historically significant and biggest Buddhist temples in Quy Nhon, treating you to a dose of fascinating history on your seaside getaway. After an extensive tour of the striking ancient temple, retreat to a fine Quy Nhon hotel, including the likes of Anantara Quy Nhon Villas.
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