Marble mountains. Photo report of independent tourists

famous marble mountains are located near the Vietnamese city of Da Nang, close to South China Sea. This natural monument includes five stone hills formed of marble, which in ancient times were islands.

Marble mountains in Da Nang

At the beginning of the 19th century, the five Marble Mountains were named after the five natural elements by the decree of King Gia Long. Since then, these mountains have been called Mokshon (Wood), Thui Son (Water), Kim Son (Metal), Hoashon (Fire) and Tho Son (Earth). The highest of all mountains today is Water Mountain, on which several pagodas are built. The most famous, Tam Thai Pagoda, was built here in 1825. To the left of the temple is an observation deck, from which visitors can see great view to the rest of the Marble Mountains and the surroundings of Da Nang. Traveling through the Marble Mountains is fraught with many discoveries - on the side paths, tourists appear amazing caves, which served as sanctuaries for Vietnamese Buddhists and Hindu Chams. Later, these caves were adapted as a hospital for the wounded Viet Cong. You can explore the caves both with the help of a guide and by paying about 20,000 - 40,000 Vietnamese dong ($ 1 - $ 2) to local boys. At the foot of the Marble Mountains, there is a village of marble makers, where visitors can buy original souvenirs made by skilled artisans.

Helpful information

How to get there: The most convenient way to get to the Marble Mountains in Da Nang is by taxi. The cost of the trip will be no more than 100,000 dong ($5).
Ticket price A: The cost of visiting the Marble Mountains is 20,000 VND ($1) per person. You can climb the hills either by elevator or stairs. The last option is more tedious, but more interesting. After 17-00 the entrance to the mountains is free, but you should keep in mind that by 18-00 it gets dark in this area.
Adviсe: When traveling through the Marble Mountains in Da Nang, you should take a flashlight with you, because many caves are very dark and there is absolutely nothing to do there without lighting. Usually, enterprising Vietnamese are standing near the caves, who offer to use their flashlights for a couple of dollars. In addition, it is better to take drinking water and something to eat, as fruits, drinks and cookies on the mountain are very expensive even by tourist standards, and you will want to drink in the heat. As for marble souvenirs, you need to desperately bargain with merchants, since prices here are inflated not even 2-3 times, but 5-7 times. Despite the fact that most of the marble figurines look identical, in each shop, customers will be convinced that the souvenirs are made by themselves or by the seller himself or his father/brother/son. For those who decide to purchase huge and heavy statues, they will offer to organize a special sea delivery of the purchase.

A whole mountain complex, which is full of magnificent sculptures in terms of craftsmanship - the Marble Mountains.

The Marble Mountains are 5 marble-limestone islands, which were previously under water, their peaks are named after the names of the elements: water, earth, wood, metal and fire.

In past centuries, it was a place where marble was mined, which was used for construction and sculpture. According to historical data, at the foot of the marble mountains, there was a village of artisans who specialized in stone carving.

Their craftsmanship has been passed down from generation to generation, and until now, local residents are engaged in carving sculptures using a machine tool and manually. You can admire the sculptures on the territory of the complex. Magnificent masterpieces of marble stucco are located in the garden with tropical vegetation.

Excursions

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Mysterious catacombs

During the Vietnam War, there were bunkers and underground passages in the country where partisan detachments were hiding. The Marble Mountains were one of the strategic points where the troops were hiding. The entrance to the tunnel is at the bottom Tho Son mountains. And in the caves themselves there was a hospital.

Where are they?

Marble Mountains coordinates: 16 gr. and 108 gr. e. They are located in 10 km from Danang Airport.

get there There are many ways to get to this place, each of which is not too expensive:

• by bus number 1 which goes from the bus station for 18,000 dong (no more than $ 1);
• by taxi from 5 $;
• and on a rented bike from $5 on the road between Hoi An and Da Nang along the sea.

Taxi and transfers

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• fixed cost
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You can park your bike near the stall if you buy a drink or a souvenir from the owner.

Working hours

The complex is open from 7 to 17:30, and the mountains do not close, they just stop charging from 17 o'clock. It is unlikely that anyone would think of walking here at sunset, because it gets dark and rather creepy, but such an exotic pleasure is not prohibited.

Cost of visiting

Mountain Thuy Son (water) and Am phu cave are open for tourists.

Entrance fees:

• Am phu cave - $ 0.75;
• Sightseeing of Mount Thuy Son costs $0.75

Payment is made in dongs at the current exchange rate.

What's inside the complex?

At the entrance to the Marble Mountains there are many shops selling marble statues.

Am phu cave

This cave is the scariest dedicated to the theme of hell and heaven. The mysterious entrance to it is a staircase, on both sides of which there are figurines with animal heads. A gaping black passage opens the entrance to "purgatory". In the cave, which symbolizes hell, there is a sacrificial altar in the center and there are statues with scenes of sacrifices and torments of sinners in hell.

After it, the tourist hurries to rise on observation deck symbolizing paradise, the way goes on the slippery steps past the altar with a statue of Buddha, going upstairs you can find the temple.

Van Thong Cave

After climbing Mount Thuy Son, you need to climb a few more steps and the altar opens, and behind it the ominous passage to the Van Thong cave. The Marble Mountains are fraught with mysteries and some places are difficult to access, because the Vietnamese are small in stature and they can easily penetrate narrow passages. This cave can only be entered through a narrow passage with a flashlight.

Penetrating through a meter hole you can get to the observation deck with a magnificent panoramic view to the Son Tra Peninsula and the Cham Islands.

Huyen Khong Cave

The entrance to the larger Huyen Khong Cave is paved with stairs and surrounded by colored Vietnamese figurines and candles. In the mysterious twilight you can find a huge white Buddha and an altar for prayers.

observation decks

Luxurious views from the observation decks open in different directions: the sea, which is turquoise on a sunny day, the city of Da Nang and other mountains, you can also see the roofs of the pagodas.

Pagodas in the mountains

Since the Marble Mountains are primarily a place of religious worship, pilgrims come here to pray, for this pagodas built:

• Tam Thai Pagoda- This is a building on a spacious area, lined with even tiled masonry, there are beautiful dwarf trees and, of course, a stone Buddha.
• Linh Ung Pagoda- a large building with mandalas on the walls, on the approach to it a huge garden is paved with stone beds and white statues of deities.
• Ha Loi Tower beautifully nestled among lush vegetation.

Hotels around

Do you have any hotels in Da Nang? different levels, but inexpensive hostels deserve attention. Rooms in hostels from 2 to 8 people and in the hostel you dispose of the bed.

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The advantages of such hostels - price:

Hachi Hostel– from 326 rubles per bed;

Duc Phu Tam Hostel– from 393 rubles for a double room;

Bookaholic Hostel– 400 rubles sleeping area on a bunk bed.

In any case, no matter which hostel or hotel you choose, to visit the Marble Mountains, you should settle closer to the bus station, where it is easy to find a bus. This option is ideal if you are passing through Da Nang and your goal is sightseeing. Here you can have a great rest and the price does not hit the wallet, which is quite important for a tourist.

Rocks made of marble of bizarre coloring, and inside they are huge, sometimes just giant caves with altars and temples. This place is a must see when traveling in Vietnam! Today I will talk about how we ended up in heaven and hell one morning in Vietnam, and almost bought a giant marble statue.

We arrived in Danang by train (you probably already know that we are). We spent a rather comfortable night in a four-seater compartment and practically did not feel these 11 hours on the road. Danang is a big city, I would even call it a mediocre metropolis. Wide avenues, new high-rise buildings, many brand new hotels licked to a shine and, of course, a long strip of beaches. fashionable resort town, in a word. One of the attractions suspension bridge which is very beautiful in the evening.

There is an opinion that Da Nang is creepy expensive hotels, so travelers prefer to settle in the nearby historic town of Hoi An. I can say that this is all nonsense. Da Nang is full of budget accommodation. See what kind of hotel I found in just 10 minutes of searching in Agoda. A fairly large room costs only $12 per night.

I built a special hotel widget so that you don’t have to look for it for a long time. You can see the prices right here and book for the desired dates.

The next morning we rented a bike and drove to the Marble Mountains. You can go there by two roads - along the main highway to Hoi An or along the highway, which is closer to the sea. We chose the second option and did not lose. Drive only 8 kilometers. On the outskirts of the rocks there are expensive open-air showcase shops.

There are several shops, each the size of a small park. Admission is free, you can just stare at the statues or even ride some of them.

Marble comes in different colors. I really liked these Vietnamese ladies.

I asked a business-like woman passing by how much a white statue of a girl about 160 cm high costs. She answered me: "7 thousand dollars, and it's very cheap!". I asked just for the sake of interest, and my aunt's eyes sparkled - she saw a potential client in me and let's praise your product. Of course, if I had this money, maybe I could not resist and would have bought some beauty. And just appreciated that walking in a multi-million dollar park. It is not for nothing that each sculpture here is carefully washed and polished. The money is just huge!

Well, here are the marble mountains, they are immediately to the right around the corner from the shopping parks. Nearby there are five tall rocks, but there are caves equipped for tourists only in two. We went to the most popular one.

The entrance to the caves costs 15,000 dong ($0.75), a very affordable price, however, this is a feature of almost all cities in Vietnam. You can’t put a bike in front of the entrance, there is no official parking either. Store owners offer to leave a piece of iron near their stalls. Sanya asked for a long time what they would require in return. The answer was: "If you decide to buy something, buy only from me." Having warned my aunt that we were not going to buy anything, we left the bike with her. Like agreed, but we'll see. We went up a very steep staircase for a long time to the top.

I’ll show you a map of the marble caves in Da Nang right away so that you understand that you can’t get by with an hour-long excursion. At least 3-4 hours to quickly run around the main places.

First of all, we went up to the observation deck. The views here are fabulous.

You can see through binoculars. An aunt is standing nearby, who is trying to ask for money for using optics. But the ticket attendant could not give us a receipt in exchange for money, so she did not receive payment from us. At all I already wrote about such sellers of "tickets to failure" and other swindlers in Vietnam. Study carefully. Very useful when traveling through this amazing country.

And in anticipation of something grandiose, we went to the first cave, which is number 10 on the map. Here is such a mysterious entrance there, just like in a fairy tale about a scarlet flower - a cave in which a monster lives.

And this is how the entrance to the cave looks from the other end of the hall. The floor is tiled, the walls are illuminated. Everything suggests that this place was ennobled specifically for tourists. What a comparison with the wild and almost untouched.

Inside is a small temple in honor of the Buddha.

In general, small prayer houses and, conversely, large temples on this rock are at every step. Marble caves in Da Nang are not just social entertainment, but a place of pilgrimage for Buddhists and people practicing Hinduism and ancestral cults.

But some come here for a completely different reason - because of the opportunity to learn rock climbing. No courses are offered on the spot, so you need to look for a climbing instructor in Da Nang in advance.

I will not show you tiny caves with hard-to-reach passages. It was dark enough there, and I couldn't good photos. Here's one for an example.

I'd rather show a cave that we might not have seen if I hadn't read a couple of blog reports on the eve of the trip. I liked the photo with the sacrificial altar. Then you will understand what I am talking about, it is indeed a very colorful sight. I was looking for this altar for the whole 2.5 hours while we wandered from cave to cave. He was absent. And already descending from the cliff, I realized that we had not found a cave called Am Phu. It turned out that the entrance to it is at the bottom of the mountain right under the elevator. The entrance ticket must be bought separately, it also costs 15,000 dong ($0.75).

Below in the photo is the entrance to the Am Phu cave. Behind him, a judgment seat awaits you and a journey to heaven and hell.

And next to you is a musician who will either cry about your soul or rejoice.

Here, from the entrance, you are met by monks immured in the wall.

In some miraculous way, the religious is replaced by the socialist. True, not for long, only on one fresco.

He is closer.

Speaking of hell. If you do not have a very clear idea of ​​​​what is happening there, then in the Am Phu cave you will be clearly shown everything. The following photos are not for the faint of heart.

The cave "hell" is a rather unpleasant place with narrow passages and many stairs - up and down. We hurried to get out of there, without having explored all its nooks and crannies to the end. Can't wait to visit paradise. After all, he should be here for those who behaved well and did not offend anyone. Found. It starts on this staircase leading to a tiny observation deck.

So, what is the price independent trip V marble caves:

Bike rental - 100 thousand dong ($5),

Refueling the bike - 20 thousand dong ($1)

Entrance tickets to both cave complexes - 30 thousand dong per person ($ 1.5),

Total nine dollars for two. Inexpensive entertainment, Truth?

What to wear, what to bring with you:

Leave your beach flip-flops at the hotel, and put on stronger shoes yourself - sports sandals or sneakers. You will need to walk a lot, often climb uphill, shoes should be comfortable. You need to take a lot of water with you.

When buying marble figurines, be vigilant! When they offer something very cheap, then most likely it is not marble, but an imitation - cheap plastic. Read online and remember how to recognize marble if you are going to make a serious purchase.

To avoid the difficult climb uphill, you can use the elevator. It costs 15 thousand VND ($0.75). Where the elevator is located is clearly visible on the map at the beginning of the post.

It is better to come to the marble caves early in the morning to avoid the hustle and bustle of package tourists.

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Once upon a time, these were 5 small islands of the South China Sea. But the water left and the “small bumps” turned into the picturesque Marble Mountains. The mountains are small, but inside the tourist is met by a whole network of endless tunnels! What else is hidden in this attraction?

Price and opening hours

Ticket price for visiting all the facilities on Mount Thuy Son - 40,000 VND ($ 2)

The cost of a ticket to the "cave of Hell" (Am Phu) - 20,000 VND

You can get to the top using an elevator for - 15,000 VND ($ 0.75)

Working mode Marble Mountains from 7:00 to 17:30. Daily.

Interesting fact- users who wish to visit the mountains after 17:00 can do so for free. Employees leave in the evening, and the attraction is not fenced in any way. But wandering around in the dark is not very comfortable.

How to get there

The mountains are located in the city of Da Nang. You can get to them both from Da Nang and from Hoi An, which is located in a 20-minute drive.

You can visit the attraction:

1. By taxi. The cost depends on the distance. 100-200 thousand dong. (from 4$)
2. On shuttle bus plying between Donang and Hoi an on the road along the sea. The bus will say "01 Danang - Hoian". The fare is 20,000 VND one way ($0.86). Tell the driver that you need to get off at the Marble Mountains. You will have to walk 5 minutes from the stop.
3. On a rented bike or car. The bike will cost 120-150 thousand dong / day (from $ 5) + gasoline. A car costs much more from 700 thousand dong / day (from $ 30) + gasoline. In the tourist part of Da Nang, the roads are free (not like in Nha Trang), so drive vehicle won't be difficult.
4. If you settle in the southern part of Da Nang, you can even walk to the mountains.

The bike can be parked in the parking lot next to the lift. Approaching the sights, many merchants will obsessively offer you to park the bike behind them. separate fee. We fell for it, but then we saw the official parking lot. Nearby there is also parking for cars.

A point on the map

Plan scheme of marble mountains

Each part of the mountains is divided into elements.

Full division:

• Hoa Son (Hoa Son) - the element of fire;
• Kim Son (Kim Son) - the element of metal;
• Tho Son (Tho Son) - the element of the earth;
• Thuy Son (They Son) - the element of water;
• Moc Son (Mok Son) - the element of wood and nature, named after the pagan goddess of fertility Mokosh.

And now it's worth getting acquainted with all the hills separately!

Main Water Mountain (Thuy Son)

The largest and most interesting among other mountains. It is she who should be given preference.

Climbing the mountain is carried out from 2 sides: western ( main entrance, 154 steps) and east (additional entrance, 104 steps), the easiest option is to climb using an elevator.

We started our walk with western entrance. We bought tickets and went to conquer the peaks.

Western entrance

Western entrance

But in the heat of +35 degrees it turned out to be quite difficult to climb. Without thinking twice, we decided not to torment ourselves and the children. Therefore, we went down and went to the elevator, which is located near the eastern entrance.

We saw the official parking next to the elevator. It’s a pity that we had previously parked our bike near one of the shops at the entrance for a fee.

East entrance

Parking near the lift

Elevator from the east entrance

We paid 15,000 dong for the elevator each and quickly drove part of the way.

Ticket office

Above is a platform for viewing the territory.

Don't think that once you ride the elevator, you won't have to walk much. After the elevator, we wound quite a few kilometers).

This colorful pagoda with various Buddha statues is perfect place to start your journey as it is located next to the elevator.

Next to Linh Ung is high tower called Xa Loi. Its height is 15 meters. Be sure to look at the beautiful views from this place.

Neighborhood

Moving on, we reached the Linh Nham cave. This is a small grotto with a statue of a standing Buddha. The location is nothing special, but the Marble Mountains are just about relaxing in nature and enjoying the trail on your way to every attraction.

Van Tong Cave is not like the others. There are no statues and temples here, but there is an interesting path among the rocks. You will need strength and desire to crawl up the steep and narrow passage. We slowly walked to the exit, and did not even know what was waiting for us on the other side. It turned out that they went to the observation deck.

Here you can climb the rocks with climbing equipment. It is paid additionally.

The kids liked it here the most. They showed their strength and dexterity.

On the other side of the cave was waiting for us observation platform. In one direction you can admire the view of the Marble Mountains, and in the other direction the sea. It was unexpected to see cacti at the very top.

Warning: There are slippery rocks on the way even when they are dry.

It was founded at the beginning of the 17th century. Together with the largest tower "Xa Loi" is calling card this place.

There is a toilet at Tam Thai Pagoda. We had to work hard to find it.

Then we walked to Tam Ton Pagoda. This place is notable for the presence of a large bell.

The real attraction here is not the pagoda itself, but the view of the surrounding mountains and the sea. This is one of the most scenic spots located on the mountain.

The largest HUYEN KHONG cave

Most impressive is this huge cave, which was founded in the 17th century.

Here you will see Buddhist temple, a buddha carved from rocks in 1960.

Another feature of Huen Khong is the natural opening at the top of the mountain. If you correctly calculate the time of the visit, you can see the rays sunlight falling from above onto the floor of the cave. One of the holes is the result of a bomb!

Near big cave the more modest HOA NGHIEM is located, which features a stunning rock carving of the Guan Yin Buddha.

Steam attracts attention in the cave marble statues who sit on the ground and play checkers with each other. According to legend, the fairies enthusiastically played checkers and, in order to hide their true form, took the form of wise old men.

Walking inside, you feel uncomfortable. It's dark and there are bats flying around. Many tourists often just look here, but do not get to all corners.

Take a flashlight with you, it's very dark in places.

Below, from the side of the parking lot, there is an entrance to another Am Phu cave. It turned out that this place has a separate entrance system. The ticket costs - 20,000 VND, but it's worth it.

Am Phu, the most outlandish part of the Marble Mountains. It stands for "Cave of Hell". The lower part represents the depths underworld Ada. Gradually rising higher and higher, you find yourself in heavenly kingdom Raya. The spectacle is breathtaking.

Outlets

At the foot of the mountain there are many shops with souvenirs and drinks. Prices are the same as in any tourist place overpriced. You need to bargain before buying.

Video and reviews from our trip

Review

Despite the fatigue, we were satisfied with visiting the Marble Mountains. It was as if we had gone through a big quest, the purpose of which was to find all the caves, pagodas and viewpoints. It will not be interesting to walk here again. And for a one-time visit just right.

The main thing is to wear comfortable shoes, stock up on water and a good mood! We confidently recommend the place to visit even with children (from 9-10 years old). Kids will get tired very quickly and will overcome distances in the hands of their parents.

4 more small mountains

Metal Mountain (Kim Son)

It is located on the banks of the small river So So, outwardly the mountain resembles a three-dimensional bell. There is a Quan Am cave inside. Some residents conduct rituals of turning to God here.

Mount Fertility (Moc Son)

One of the smallest, deserted and partially abandoned due to impassable climb. There are no special attractions on it, except for dense plants.

Mountain of Fire (Hoa Son)

Remains can be found ancient civilization, tribes "Champa". At the beginning of the mountain there are several pagodas, such as Pho Da Son. Emperor Ming Mang liked to visit her when visiting his sister.

Earth Mountain (Tho Son)

Many believe that it resembles a sleeping dragon. There are also traces of civilization here. ancient tribe"Champa", in the grass you can find the remains of bricks. It is in this place that the tunnel is located, which was dug during Vietnam War. It houses the 1992 Long Hoa Pagoda.

Preparing for your visit

• It will take 3-4 hours to fully explore the area. The climbs take a toll on you, so bring plenty of water and wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
• Don't forget to get a flashlight for viewing dark caves and compositions. There may be bats inside.
• It is advisable not to visit the sights during the rains.
• When buying marble figurines, remember that marble must be cold. Otherwise it's fake!
• You have to bargain with sellers. You can easily bring down a third of the price. You will find the cheapest products in remote stalls.

History of the Marble Mountains

There is a legend that the mountains are the remains of the dragon's shell, from whose egg a girl hatched. This is an ancient belief that the people of Vietnam tell tourists.

Since the development Central Asia, these mountains had several roles. Each of them even got its own name. The emperor’s jewels were hidden in them, the nuns prayed, going deep into the mountains away from worldly life. There is a legend that the gold of the Vietnamese emperors is still preserved in the cave, but archaeologists have not yet been able to find it.

During the First World War, observation bases and a hospital were founded in the Marble Mountains. This area is an excellent refuge for wounded warriors.

The highlanders learned how to carve stone, began to make stone tools for work and life, as well as jewelry. Here marble is in abundance - ores, minerals.

Now, on the way to the Marble Mountains, you can meet Vietnamese who sell stone products, from small things to large figurines. Since marble is no longer mined in these mountains, all the stalls are crammed with imported goods.

Interesting facts about the attraction

The most interesting for the tourist:

1. The main feature of the "five hills" is the presence of the remains of ancient temples, which are located in the depths. There are even special place, which symbolizes 2 worlds: hell and paradise. To understand in which part, what is located, just look at the faces and appearance side sculptures.
2. On the outskirts there is a grotto "Van Nguyet", caves of Lanterns, gates "Tam Kuan". In them you can buy souvenirs or appreciate the buildings of people from the ancient world.

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Marble Mountains (Danang, Vietnam) - detailed description, location, reviews, photos and videos.

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The Marble Mountains are one of those places that you should definitely visit when traveling in Vietnam. Rocks of marble and limestone, painted by nature in a variety of colors, and huge caves with many temples and altars amaze the imagination, and amazing folk stories make them even more remarkable. Many travelers come here not only to see outlandish natural beauty but also rock climbing.

In ancient times, the peaks of the Marble Mountains were just small islands among vast ocean, but as the climate and topography of the Earth's surface changed, the ocean disappeared, and the islands became high cliffs. There is a legend among the locals that each of the peaks represents an unshakable component of the universe.

The marble mountains Tho Son, Thu Son, Kim Son, Hoa Son and Mok Son symbolize the elements of the universe: earth, water, metal, fire and wood.

In Mount Thu Son is the most big cave, which in the past was used to house Hindu and Buddhist temples. Today it is also considered a shrine, but it is open to tourists.

Peculiarities

Several pagodas have been built on Mount Thu Son - they are revered as sacred places, and the oldest and most famous of them was erected in 1825. Not far from the pagodas there is a viewpoint from which a wonderful panorama of the lands of Da Nang and 4 other mountains opens. At the very foot of the mountains, there are several original villages where you can get acquainted with the local life and buy unusual marble crafts created by the hands of skilled marble makers.

One of the caves of the Marble Mountains is famous for its unique interior decoration- narrow passages lead tourists to a symbolic hell, and several stairs - to heaven.

Khyen Khong Cave deserves special attention - once inside it, you plunge into mysterious world folk legends. The walls of the cave are equipped with artistic illumination, the rarest tiles lie on the floor, and inside there is a temple dedicated to the Buddha. There is another remarkable cave - Am Phu - it contains an altar with improvised sacrifices and figures of monks and musicians carved from marble.

The Marble Mountains give tourists the opportunity to active rest- trekking and climbing. There are a lot of walkers here. hiking trails and peaks that you can climb, and local travel agencies are ready to offer the services of guides and instructors. But if you have only one day at your disposal, it is better to devote it, of course, to examining the rocks themselves and visiting at least a few of them.

Practical information

The Marble Mountains are located 8 km from Da Nang. You can get to them by two roads - the main highway and the highway running along the sea. On the first road to the mountains there are buses departing from stations in Hoi An and Da Nang, and on the second - only taxis. Coordinates for motorists: 16°0’5"N; 108°15'30"E.

Ticket price: VND 40,000 for adults and children. Prices on the page are for October 2018.