Back to Mother Nature

I always consider myself a “Child of Nature”. Life’s challenges constantly drag me into a myriad of chaos, but only when I return to nature can I be myself and find where I belong. On those journeys of discovery, the places that left an impression on me were Cat Ba, Lan Ha Bay and the pristine and mysterious Ang Tham. Following the fishermen deep into the bay, I could see all the wonders of Lan Ha nature. The islands were covered in lush green trees. The long stretch of fine white sand hugs the foot of the mountain, the deep blue water is like a jade in the middle of the sea and sky. On the way to Ang Tham, we turned to Hau beach. Fishermen here named it so because of the strange appearance of the sandbank like a giant oyster lying exposed on the edge of a rocky mountain. The way to Ang Tham is an unforgettable experience because you cannot go by big ship but have to use a boat, then switch to kayaking. I spent several hours drifting on a wooden boat with fishermen who understood the habits of the water, the erratic rise and fall of the tide. The last stretch of the path was very narrow, with waves constantly undulating, plus sharp rocks that seemed to test anyone's courage. We skillfully switched to kayaking to approach the rock crevice. It was difficult and dangerous, but when we stepped inside, the beautiful scene that appeared before my eyes left me stunned. Lush green vegetation, undulating sand dunes, and a jade-green lake, without a ripple, as calm as an inviting mirror. The beauty of Ang Tham is that amidst the noisy waves crashing outside, the area inside is strangely peaceful. This lake is about 240m long, about 140m wide, and its depth fluctuates with the tides, about 5 to 6m. There are many types of coral in the lake, which grow and develop especially well in winter. With its sheltered terrain, this place is also a shelter for fishermen and their boats during storms. Ang Tham is a suitable place for those who want to explore wild nature because the road to this place is difficult and there are no services. But because of that, this place is always attractive and inviting to the souls who love to "travel".

Heritage Magazine