Con Vanh Ecological Site
Where serenity and biodiversity fuse together
Located 45km away from the center of Thai Binh, Con Vanh is a part of the Red River Biosphere Reserve that was recognized by UNESCO in 1994.
Photo by @Dinh Hoang Duc
In Con Vanh, tourists are enchanted by a pristine 6km beach, mangrove and casuarina forest inhabited by thousands of rare birds and endless beach activities to enjoy like stilt walking, volleyball, camping, brass trumpet and drum performances, etc. Locals also love to go to Ba Lat lighthouse, a famous attraction, where the whole view of Con Vanh can be perfectly captured.
The peak time of Con Vanh tourism lasts from May to August when the weather is generally sunny and the air is fresh.
Photo by @HuyLee
Con Vanh should make an experience of a lifetime for anyone who has a love for nature and wants to explore wilderness. Families should feel convenient in this place as there are various activities to entertain every member and the fresh seafood is very reasonably priced.
If you stay in Con Vanh at the weekends, do not forget to visit the nearby Ba Trach church, which is renowned locally as an instagrammable place.
Useful Information
- Location: Con Vanh, Thai Binh
- Best for: All visitors
- Entrance: N/A
- Hours: Day time visit is recommended
- Distance to city center: 33.9km (21.1 mi)
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