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Vũng Tau is a city in the Vietnamese province Bà Rịa-Vũng Tau. The city is located in the south-east of the country on a peninsula, it is the commercial center of the region and a popular destination for weekend excursions from 130 km away Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).
background
Portuguese sailors anchored their ships in the bay of "Vũng Tau" as early as the 16th century. Settlement by the Vietnamese did not take place until the 19th century, after they had succeeded in driving away Malay pirates. The place was first known under the name "Tam Thắng". The peninsula was named under the colonial rule of the French Cap Saint Jacques, the place developed into a seaside resort. The discovery of oil and natural gas deposits on the coast made the city an important location for the petrochemical industry. Other important branches of industry are fishing and, in particular, tourism.
getting there
By plane
Vung Tau has the little one 1 Vung Tai Airport
(IATA: VTG), which is only of regional importance.
In the street
Vung Tau is located on the well-developed Highway 51, it leads over Bà Rịa (approx. 25 km) and Phu Mỹ (approx. 45 km) after Ho Chi Minh City, approx. 120 km.
By boat
- Vũng Tau has a deep sea port, it serves primarily the Shipping of petroleum products. Cruise ships usually operate the port of Phu Mỹ at.
- 2 Drive from Vũng Tau Hydrofoils to Ho Chi Minh City, journey time approx. 80 minutes, costs 200,000 VND (approx. € 7.50)
mobility
Tourist Attractions
- 1 Thich Ca Phat Dai, one of the largest pagodas in Vung Tau. It is located on the north side of Nui Lon (Big Mountain). The entire complex is about 5 hectares. A white Buddha figure over 10 m high, sitting on a lotus flower, is visible from afar. Earth is kept in four urns, it comes from holy places: from the place of Buddha's birth, from the place of his enlightenment, his first sermon and from the place of his transition into nirvana. Other sanctuaries are a white octagonal tower, a temple complex and several statues. From the pagoda you have a nice view of the northern part of the city.
- 2 Dinh Thang Tam temple, the temple within the city was built to honor the founders of Vung Tau. On his right side is that Lang Ong Nam Hai , the "whale temple". According to tradition, a large dead whale was once washed up on the shore, which the fishermen could only salvage with great effort. The bones are housed in a mausoleum.
- Rivet Ban tinh Xa or Chua Phat Nam, Pagoda of the Reclining Buddha, on Mount Nui Nho. The pagoda was built around 1970.
- 3 Christ statue on Nui Nho (Small Mountain), built around 1970, about 30 m high, inside 129 steps lead to the head of the figure. It stands at a height of around 100 m on the little mountain in the very south of Vung Tau. You can reach them via a well-developed promenade, this can be a sweaty thing in the heat and the traders present.
- 4 Bach Dinh (Villa Blanche), the villa built in the French colonial era stands in a beautiful park. The building has seen better days. The furniture in the interior is from the colonial era. From the terrace you have a good view of Vung Tau and to little mountain
- 5 Cloud Lake on the big mountain. You can reach the small park with a cable car, its valley station is near the Villa Blanche.
- 6 lighthouse on the small mountain. The 18 m high tower was built in 1911 and offers a good view of the city center.
activities
Vung Tau has several beaches
- 7 Bãi Trước or Ham Dua Bay, small bay in the west directly in front of the city center, separated from it by a small park. Suitable for strolling, watching the fishermen.
- 1 Bãi Sau or Thuy Van Beach, about 10 km long beach with fine, light sand, like a bit windy, suitable for surfing. The beach is very popular with the Vietnamese and is regularly crowded on weekends. There are numerous restaurants and hotels along the beach promenade.
- Bãi Dứa. Also "Pineapple Beach", a small beach along Ha Long Street south of the city center at the foot of the Small mountain.
- Bãi Dâu. Muleberry Beach, also a small beach, is located at the foot of the Big mountain north of the city center.
shop
- 1 New Market (Cho Vung Tau, market), 146, Nam Ky Khoi Nghia. The range of goods in the market hall, which opened in 1985, is geared towards the needs of the population. In addition to food of all kinds, you can also find clothes and shoes. Shortly after noon is the best time for a stroll.
kitchen
nightlife
accommodation
- Valley Mountain Hotel, 102 / 6-108 / 6 Trần Phú Street, Ward 5, Vung Tau City. Tel.: 84 (0)64 355 3660, Email: [email protected].
- Sammy Hotel, 157 Thuy van St - Thang Tam Ward - Vungtau City. Tel.: 84 (0)64 3854756, Email: [email protected].
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literature
Web links
- Vung Tau on Vietscape
- Vung Tau tourist, Site of a state-owned company
