Hon Chong is one of the unique tourist destinations that has contributed to the reputation of the coastal city – Nha Trang. This place creates a strong impression from its name to its surreal landscape and touching legendary story. Let’s explore the details of this interesting destination Hon Chong Nha Trang with Boma Nha Trang in the article below.
About Hon Chong Nha Trang
Where is Hon Chong?
Not far from Boma Nha Trang Resort, the tourist site of Hon Chong is situated in Vinh Phuoc Ward, north-east of Nha Trang. It is only a 3 kilometres drive along Pham Van Dong road from the centre of Tran Phu street to the destination.
Hon Chong is surrounded by Hon Rua and Hon Do. The Co Tien mountain is in front of Hon Chong, while Hon Tre lies off in the distance. Therefore, when standing at Hon Chong, visitors can admire the beautiful scenery of Nha Trang Bay and the coastal road along the city.
In the Vinh Phuoc ward, which is north-east of Nha Trang, there is a place called Hon Chong (Source: Internet)
How to get to Hon Chong
Hon Chong is just 4 km from Nha Trang’s city, making it simple to get there by taxi or motorbike. Simply proceed along Tran Phu Street and cross the Pham Van Dong overpass to get there. After this, turn right and seek for signs pointing you in the direction of Hon Chong Nha Trang.
How much is the ticket price to Hon Chong?
To visit the beautiful scenery at Hon Chong, you only need to pay 22,000 VND per adult ticket and 11,000 VND per child ticket. This price is not too high for you to have a chance to admire the splendor of nature.
Ticket price to Hon Chong (Source: Internet)
The formation of Hon Chong
There are many legends surrounding the unique rock formations of Hon Chong Nha Trang. However, the most popular legend is the love story of a fisherman and his wife. One day, while fishing, a storm caused their boat to capsize and the wife was swept away. The husband clung onto a rock, trying to save his wife, but the strength of nature overpowered them and they turned into two rocks lying side by side. The hollows on Hon Chong are said to be the imprints of the husband’s hands as he clung onto the rock to save his wife. This faithful love story explains the phenomenon of Hon Chong and Hon Vo lying not too far from each other.
Aside from this legend, Hon Chong Nha Trang has many other myths such as the mysterious handprint on the rock belonging to a giant who accidentally slipped while watching the fairy bathing. Another legend tells of the giant’s handprint, which held onto the rock as he struggled with a large fish that eventually pulled him away.
Although no one knows the true legend behind the unique beauty of Hon Chong, it remains a popular tourist attraction in Nha Trang.
The formation of Hon Chong (Source: Internet)
The beauty of Hon Chong
The unique rock formations and the deep blue sea have created a new, unique and impressive impression for every tourist who sets foot in this place. The sea level at Hon Chong is quite low, with a deep blue color and few waves. Therefore, you can follow the rocky path down to the beach without fear of getting wet. In addition, Hon Chong is surrounded by various large and small islands offshore, which will reduce the impact of storms and wind speed. Therefore, you can rest assured when swimming at the beach in Hon Chong.
However, you need to be careful when moving around because Hon Chong is quite slippery, hard and rough. In addition, you can watch the sunrise or sunset at a place that receives great favor from Mother Nature. A visit to Hon Chong will surely bring you a wonderful experience. Therefore, you should not miss this destination when traveling to Nha Trang.
The beauty of Hon Chong (Source: Internet)
Hon Chong is surrounded by blue sea (Source: Internet)
Cool things to do in Hon Chong
Experience the life of a fisherman
Every early morning, the local fishermen living here will go out to the sea to wait for their boats to return. Therefore, you can follow the fishermen to experience the feeling of waiting for the distant boats full of seafood to come to shore. You can also personally harvest the nets or buy fresh and affordable seafood. When the tide goes down, you can also follow the fishermen to gather seaweed or catch shellfish along the beach.
Visit Nha Trang Hon Chong Assembly Hall
The Hon Chong Assembly Hall in Nha Trang is a unique architectural structure in the style of the Hue royal house. The assembly hall currently preserves a wealth of materials in the form of artifacts and photographs of Hon Chong as well as other scenic spots in Nha Trang. In addition, visitors can enjoy traditional ethnic musical performances with instruments such as the two-stringed fiddle, stone xylophone, and zither.
Visiting the Hon Chong Assembly Hall in Nha Trang not only allows you to gain more knowledge about the local culture and other enduring values of the ethnic roots, but also offers a chance to experience the unique architecture and musical heritage of the area.
Visiting Nha Trang Hon Chong Assembly Hall (Source: Internet)
Cool sea bathing at Hon Chong
Hon Chong Beach is surrounded by crystal-clear waters. However, the beach itself is not large, and the sandy area is not wide. Therefore, you can immerse yourself in the cool water to relax and forget your worries. You can also check-in at the beach at sunrise or sunset, as these times will allow you to capture the most beautiful photos.
Chill with Hon Chong cafes
The cafes in Hon Chong will provide you with a peaceful setting of the ocean while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee. You can either read a good book or chat with your friends with the sound of waves gently lapping in the background, helping to alleviate any ongoing worries or concerns.
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Observations for traveling to Hon Chong
At Hon Chong, when is the greatest time to shoot pictures?
Due to its location by the sea, Hon Chong often provides ample light for taking beautiful photos. However, the two best times to capture images at this location are during the early morning at sunrise and at sunset. During these times, the sky in Nha Trang is filled with a bright red hue that embraces Hon Chong Nha Trang. As a result, the photos will have a very romantic color tone.
Sunrise and sunset are the greatest times to capture pictures in Hon Chong (Source: Internet)
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Best resort around Hon Chong
After a tiring day of sightseeing, you can book a stay at one of the resorts near Hon Chong to rest and catch the sunrise at the location. Boma suggests the following resort options:
1. Boma Resort Nha Trang: Not only does it provide you with clean and airy rooms, but you can also enjoy professional services from Boma resort Nha Trang. Additionally, you can savor fresh and delicious meals at the Boma Beach Club. Moreover, if you have children, there is a place for them to play and have fun together.
- Address: 04 Pham Van Dong, Vinh Hai ward, Nha Trang City.
- Price: From 1,400,000 VND/night.
2. Muong Thanh Luxury Vien Trieu Hotel Nha Trang:
- Address: 5 Pham Van Dong, Vinh Phuoc Ward, Nha Trang City.
- Price: From 700,000 VND/night.
3. Daphovina Hotel:
- Address: 32 Bac Son, Vinh Hai Ward, Nha Trang City.
- Price: From 700,000 VND/night.
4. Navada Beach Hotel:
- Address: 9-10 Pham Van Dong, Vinh Phuoc Ward, Nha Trang City.
- Price: From 700,000 VND/night.
5. Paralia Hotel Nha Trang:
- Address: 3-5 Pham Van Dong, Vinh Hai Ward, Nha Trang City.
- Price: From 550,000 VND/night.
Observations from the Hon Chong Tourism
When visiting Hon Chong tourist area, you should pay attention to the opening hours. Specifically, the opening hours here are from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm every day. Moreover, from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm, there will be many tour groups visiting this place. Therefore, to avoid crowds and to maximize your visit, you should avoid visiting during these hours.
Through this article, Boma Nha Trang has provided you with information about Hon Chong Nha Trang. If you want to have an exciting trip to Nha Trang, choose Boma Resort Nha Trang as your stopover. You will experience the best services with attentive service from Boma.
