Visit the 'garlic kingdom' Ly Son

Having the opportunity to travel to Ly Son, visitors can fully experience the life and daily activities of the islanders.

Ly Son Island, also known by the affectionate name Cu Lao Re, is located in the island district of Quang Ngai province, 15 nautical miles (equivalent to about 30km) from the mainland. This land includes 3 large and small islands: Cu Lao Re (big island), An Binh island (small island) and Mu Cu island. All of them possess the wild, poetic beauty of nature.

Đặc trưng nổi bật của đảo Lý Sơn là hàng trăm mỏm đá lớn nhỏ trồi lên mặt nước. — The outstanding feature of Ly Son island is hundreds of large and small rocky outcrops rising above the water.

The outstanding feature of Ly Son Island is hundreds of large and small rocky outcrops rising above the water, which are the remaining traces of lava eruptions tens of millions of years ago. Today, the ruins create special highlights for this pristine island.

When arriving at Ly Son Island, visitors will experience more interesting and special things because of the peaceful beauty of the island sea, which is considered as the Maldives version of Vietnam. This place is not only famous for its endless blue sea paradise but also an important area for politics and national defense of the country.

Take time to explore the pristine beauty of the landscape, the rustic simplicity of fishermen's life and don't miss exploring the famous "garlic kingdom" here.

The best time to explore Ly Son Island

When you prepare for a trip to Ly Son, knowing the weather and climate information on this island will help your trip become smoother and more complete. Ly Son is located in the Central region with a tropical climate and is divided into two distinct seasons: the dry season from March to August and the rainy, stormy, and rough sea season from September to February of the following year.

The ideal time to travel is from April to June, when the weather is stable and most favorable to explore the beauty of Ly Son Island. The best time to explore Ly Son is said to be from April to August, when the weather is dry, sunny and less rainy. The clear blue sea creates ideal conditions for you to enjoy the wonderful beauty of Ly Son.

However, to avoid overcrowding, you should avoid visiting during peak tourist season. In addition, you can also visit Ly Son from early January to March, when the moss season is very beautiful. Keep an eye on the weather before departure to avoid days when the sea is rough, making it difficult to travel.

Check-in locations on Ly Son Island

When exploring Ly Son, you will experience many wonderful places with unique landscapes.

Garlic field

Famous as the “garlic kingdom”, Ly Son is a destination not to be missed if you set foot here. Ly Son garlic fields are not only the main source of income but also a symbol associated with the Vietnamese people. When you set foot here, you will be captivated by the beauty of the vast garlic fields, covered in a cool green color stretching across the smooth white sand, creating an impressive poetic scene.

Duc Pagoda

Duc Pagoda is a very famous pagoda, located only about 100m from To Vo gate. For tourists who love spiritual tourism, this is truly a great place. Here, you will admire the largest Quan Am Dai statue in the area, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and enjoy the beautiful scenery around the pagoda.

To reach the temple, you need to climb more than 100 steps, but that is also an opportunity for you to visit and pray for peace for your family.

To Vo Gate

When arriving at Ly Son Island, visitors cannot miss the typical symbol here - To Vo Gate. This unique rock is about 2.5m high and is the remnant of volcanic lava, when meeting seawater, it solidified over time, creating a fascinating stone arch.

The pristine beauty of this place is untouched by human hands, with beaches interspersed with lava rocks appearing and disappearing under the clear blue water. To Vo Gate is the most attractive check-in location at dawn or dusk, creating a poetic, magical beauty to help you have more sparkling photos.

Little Island

Located only 1km from Ly Son island district, Be island (An Binh island) is a destination that attracts many tourists, especially young people, because of its wonderful natural landscape and many unique check-in points.

The sea water here is as clear as jade, the sea is quite calm, the scenery is extremely wild and peaceful, bringing fresh air. The beach is naturally beautiful with scattered rocks and unique shapes creating a unique landscape.

When coming to Be Island, visitors can participate in activities such as swimming, sightseeing, checking in, boating, enjoying fresh seafood dishes and especially diving to see corals at Bai Ngang, which is extremely interesting.

Hang Cau

Located at the foot of Thoi Loi Mountain in An Hai Commune, Cau Cave is a wonderful destination with majestic scenery. You can admire the vast blue sea and the large mountain range from here. The winding lines on the mountainside created by the sea wind and rain create a natural masterpiece.