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Just mentioning Phong Nha Ke Bang or Kong Collapse is not enough to talk about the wonderful beauty of Quang Binh. Besides the above two masterpieces of creation, Quang Binh is also known for the beauty of the sea, and Nhat Le Beach is one of the pride of Quang Binh if tourists come here and want to swim.
Izitour introduces you all to Nhat Le Beach, a familiar name in Vietnamese poetry but still quite new to international tourists.
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1. Introduction To Nhat Le Beach
Located about 1 km from Dong Hoi city center, Nhat Le Beach is located right at the mouth of the river of the same name and is one of the iconic tourist destinations in Quang Binh. Favored by mother nature, Nhat Le possesses a clean white sandy beach, and a calm sea with crystal clear water combined with a big sky, creating a romantic image of the sea and sky.
Moreover, because Quang Binh is only 200km from Hue, Nhat Le Beach can be said to be a "neighbor" of Thuan An Beach - together they form a strip of the most beautiful places on a trip to Central Vietnam.
2. Great Things About Nhat Le beach?
2.1. Beautiful Sunrise And Mythical Sunset
Just looking at the name is enough to see all the charm of this beach. "Nhat Le" in Vietnamese means the brilliance of sunlight. Therefore, standing on the endless coastline of Nhat Le Beach, you will be left speechless at the scenery of the combined sea and sky causing many people to mistakenly think that they are looking at a painting.
If the sunrise possesses a peaceful beauty when the soft yellow color of the sun's first rays spreads across the sky, the sunset on Nhat Le beach is full of romance with the red-orange color covering the whole great sea.
Capturing this majestic natural moment is one of the unforgettable experiences on the trip to Quang Binh.
2.2. A Walk On The Beach
One of the features that creates the poetic beauty of Nhat Le Beach is the smooth white sand. Walking along the sandy beach in the early morning or late afternoon, you can hear the sound of waves kissing on the shore, breathe in the smell of the sea, and enjoy every cool breeze.
Surrounded by majestic nature, you will temporarily forget the hustle and bustle of daily life, put your mind at ease, and recharge your body's energy.
2.3. Water Sports
For entertainment, Nhat Le Beach also has a wide range of outdoor recreational activities that are as interesting as the underwater world of Hoi An. You will be able to try from familiar sports such as volleyball, soccer, and boating to more challenging sports such as skydiving, jet skiing, skateboarding, etc.
There are always experts here to guide newbies and ensure the safety of visitors. There is no need to buy tickets or make a reservation in advance, you can directly ask for service prices and experience them on the spot.
2.4. Squid Fishing
If you want to experience a real fishing life at night, try a squid fishing tour on Nhat Le Beach. During the excursion with a group of offshore fishermen, you will be guided from A to Z on how to catch squids, distinguish different types of seafood, cook, and enjoy fresh squid on the spot.
2.5. Jumping Rocks Beach
Regarded as a must-see attraction for photography aficionados in Quang Binh, Jumping Rocks Beach possesses many artistic rocky outcrops of all shapes and sizes.
Due to water and wind erosion over time, Da Nhay Beach now shows a unique appearance with wild and mysterious features. In particular, with each rising and falling tide, Da Nhay will have a strong change in color and amount of rocky outcrops.
3. Best Time To Visit Nhat Le Beach.
From May to September is the best time to come to Nhat Le Beach. This is the beginning of summer which is characterized by dry weather, clear skies, beautiful sunshine, and a calm sea. With this pleasant weather, you can swim, walk, participate in water sports or outdoor activities, or even watch the sunrise or sunset.
If you come to Nhat Le during the other times of the year, don't worry because this beach is still beautiful in its way. However, be sure to check the weather forecast carefully to avoid rain.
4. What To Eat On Nhat Le Beach?
4.1. Seafood
When you go to the beach, you have to eat seafood. Nhat Le Beach has delicious and fresh seafood at reasonable prices. Walking along Truong Phap Street, you will find countless restaurants or seafood stalls selling hearty meals of fish, squid, crabs, snails, etc.
You can directly choose the best fish and favorite cooking methods, wait for a few minutes, and then enjoy the excellent dishes.
Reference addresses:
Luong Chinh Seafood Restaurant
- Address: 80 Truong Phap Street, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Price: from 60,000 VND/plate.
La Co Beach Seafood Restaurant
- Address: 185 street of Truong Phap, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Price: from 100,000 VND/plate.
4.2. Sea Snake
Characterized by its long and small body, this snake has very high nutritional value and is often used to cure diseases or increase stamina. Quang Binh sea snake is normally processed in two popular recipes: dipping in blood wine and making fried spring rolls.
With Sea Snake wine, you can easily buy in local specialty stores. The liquor has a slightly sour taste combined with a warm flavor.
In addition to the wine, you must try fried sea snake rolls. Dipping a piece of crispy roll in sweet and sour fish sauce, accompanied with raw vegetables, you will definitely want to eat it forever.
Reference addresses:
La Co BeachSeafood Restaurant
- Address: 185 Truong Phap Street, Bac Ly, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Price: from 100,000 VND/plate.
4.3. Quang Binh Porridge Noodle
Quang Binh's noodle soup is a specialty you must try in Quang Binh. An excellent bowl of noodle soup includes noodles made from wheat flour or rice flour, pork bone broth, fried fish, fish cakes, shrimp, and quail eggs.
The dish is cooked until the broth is thick, then people will scoop the soup into a bowl, add cilantro, and serve it with chili sauce and fried spring rolls. Not too fussy, Quang Binh's noodle soup always satisfies the taste buds of tourists near and far.
Reference addresses:
Chao canh Ba Hong Restaurant
- Address: 51 Nguyen Huu Canh Street, Hai Dinh, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Price: from 20,000 VND/bowl.
Chao canh O Hong Restaurant
- Address: 4 Le Thanh Dong, Hai Thanh, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh.
- Price: from 20,000 VND/bowl.
Not inferior to other famous beaches in Vietnam, Nhat Le possesses both great beauty and fun. Traveling to Quang Binh, you will certainly not be disappointed as you discover this hidden land of countless interesting activities and experiences.
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