Hana’s guidebook
Sightseeing
If you only visit one major religious tourist attraction in Da Nang, this should be the one. No matter where you’re staying in Da Nang, the chances are you’ll always see a beautiful white Buddha statue overlooking the city from the peninsula.
Built-in 2004 the pagoda was one of the most sacred pagodas in Da Nang and is used for important Buddist ceremonies. Dress modestly when visiting the Linh Ung Pagoda, which basically means not to reveal too many body parts.
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Linh Ung Pagoda
Hòn Thủy SơnIf you only visit one major religious tourist attraction in Da Nang, this should be the one. No matter where you’re staying in Da Nang, the chances are you’ll always see a beautiful white Buddha statue overlooking the city from the peninsula.
Built-in 2004 the pagoda was one of the most sacred pagodas in Da Nang and is used for important Buddist ceremonies. Dress modestly when visiting the Linh Ung Pagoda, which basically means not to reveal too many body parts.
On the way from Da Nang and Hoi An, only 9km from the city center, you will see a cluster of five limestone hills which are named after the five universal elements – Metal (Kim), Wood (Moc), Water (Thuy), Fire (Hoa) and Earth (Tho). The cluster - The Marble Mountains has been recognised as a special national-level relic site by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Apart from its scenic charm, the site shows off its special, profound historical and cultural values.
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Ngũ Hành Sơn
On the way from Da Nang and Hoi An, only 9km from the city center, you will see a cluster of five limestone hills which are named after the five universal elements – Metal (Kim), Wood (Moc), Water (Thuy), Fire (Hoa) and Earth (Tho). The cluster - The Marble Mountains has been recognised as a special national-level relic site by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism. Apart from its scenic charm, the site shows off its special, profound historical and cultural values.
Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge has the shape modeling a majestic dragon of the Ly Dynasty flying to the East Sea, is one of the most iconic architectures in Danang.
The bridge acts as an arterial road of the city that connects the two halves of the city and also serves a special fire-breathing performance on Saturday and Sunday nights.
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Cầu Rồng
Cầu RồngDa Nang’s Dragon Bridge has the shape modeling a majestic dragon of the Ly Dynasty flying to the East Sea, is one of the most iconic architectures in Danang.
The bridge acts as an arterial road of the city that connects the two halves of the city and also serves a special fire-breathing performance on Saturday and Sunday nights.
My Khe is a picturesque beach with blue sky, a gentle slope, smooth white sand, and clear water. It was listed as one of the most luxurious beaches in the world by Forbes Magazine. In the early morning and evening, the beach fills up with city folk doing yoga, t’ai chi, dancing, and surfing. Tourists emerge during peak suntanning hours, while locals prefer the late afternoon when the sun is down; in the evening, fishermen still cast off from the sands in their coracle boats.
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My Khe Strand
My Khe is a picturesque beach with blue sky, a gentle slope, smooth white sand, and clear water. It was listed as one of the most luxurious beaches in the world by Forbes Magazine. In the early morning and evening, the beach fills up with city folk doing yoga, t’ai chi, dancing, and surfing. Tourists emerge during peak suntanning hours, while locals prefer the late afternoon when the sun is down; in the evening, fishermen still cast off from the sands in their coracle boats.
History buffs will want to devote at least 1 hour to the Cham museum, the world’s largest collection of Cham art and sculpture, and was established in 1919 by the Ecole Francais d’Extreme-Orient (EFEO).
At present, the museum houses 297 stone and terracotta sculptural works made between the 7th and the 15th centuries. These are impressive works typical of the Cham culture.
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Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture
Số 02 Đ. 2 Tháng 9History buffs will want to devote at least 1 hour to the Cham museum, the world’s largest collection of Cham art and sculpture, and was established in 1919 by the Ecole Francais d’Extreme-Orient (EFEO).
At present, the museum houses 297 stone and terracotta sculptural works made between the 7th and the 15th centuries. These are impressive works typical of the Cham culture.
Food scene
Han market has been operated since the 1940s when Vietnam was under French colonial. In this market, there are a number of stalls selling different kinds of products ranging from handicrafts, accessories to vegetables, fruits, and food.
Everything at Han Market is sold at a very reasonable price so you can buy anything you want as souvenirs for your friends and family.
Keep in mind that the Han market is now a highly touristic enterprise, so expect many tourists like you around, but you will be able to buy fresh and delicious foods and interact with locals in an authentic way.
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Han-Markt
119 Đ. Trần PhúHan market has been operated since the 1940s when Vietnam was under French colonial. In this market, there are a number of stalls selling different kinds of products ranging from handicrafts, accessories to vegetables, fruits, and food.
Everything at Han Market is sold at a very reasonable price so you can buy anything you want as souvenirs for your friends and family.
Keep in mind that the Han market is now a highly touristic enterprise, so expect many tourists like you around, but you will be able to buy fresh and delicious foods and interact with locals in an authentic way.
Tipps für Reisende
Nützliche Sätze
BASIC PHRASES FOR TOURISTS
1. Greeting and Goodbye
Hello: Xin chào! (sin chow!)
Goodbye: Tạm biệt (tarm byeet)
2. Terms of Courtesy
Thank you: Cảm ơn bạn (gahm un ban)
Please: Làm ơn (lam uhhn)
You’re welcome: Không có gì (khome co xi)
Read more at our blog: https://www.thenavisapartmenthotel.com/post/vietnamese-basic-words-and-phrases
Verkehrsmittel
First thing to know when you arrive in Da Nang
Getting around
Grab | Top car service in the region I must say. Install an app if you haven’t, type in the destination, choose either car/motorbike, and leave the rest for Grab to handle. The added option of paying cash is also a bonus. The price can be higher at night, on holiday, and ... on a rainy day but Grab knows it has grabbed its reputation! There is also a Grab Bike option for someone who wants to save the budget for traveling inner city.
Read more at our blog: https://www.thenavisapartmenthotel.com/post/first-thing-to-know-when-you-arrive-in-da-nang
Verkehrsmittel
Da Nang to Hoi An - The No-Hassle Guide
Da Nang to Hoi An distance
The distance between Da Nang and Hoi An is 29 kilometers or 18 miles.
Da Nang to Hoi An travel time
There are two ways to travel from Da Nang to Hoi An: Via the coastal route, or inland on the DT607 highway. Travel time depends on the route your driver takes and the type of vehicle (cars and taxis are faster than minivans and coaches).
It takes a minimum of 45 minutes to get from Da Nang to Hoi An when traveling on the coastal road by car.
Detailed advise can be found here: https://www.thenavisapartmenthotel.com/post/da-nang-to-hoi-an-the-no-hassle-guide
Bräuche und Kultur
Guide to seafood restaurants in Da Nang
Quality seafood is not hard to come by in Da Nang. From the on-the-street to the luxury, the city has no shortage of offers for any seafood taste, that also means sometimes it's hard to spot the really good ones. What we want are places that serve fresh and delicious seafood with good value, where the Da Nang people themselves love to eat. This guide helps you to better dive into the freshest and most delicious seafood. I will keep updating the list as I discover new good places!
https://www.thenavisapartmenthotel.com/post/guide-to-seafood-restaurants-in-da-nang
Nicht verpassen
A Kayak experience on Tien Sa Water
If you are a sea lover then you should embark on a new and exciting adventure like a kayaking experience. A great way to get active and explore Son Tra Penisula with a different view.
Note:
I paid 380.000VND for a session (after a discount), the normal price was 480.000VND
I registered the session on the Da Nang Kayak club Facebook page.
You can also hire a kayak (not on a tour and not with a guide). There is a place on My Khe beach that offers hour kayaks/sups hire.
Read full blog at: https://www.thenavisapartmenthotel.com/post/a-kayak-experien
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Bargaining & Other shopping tips
• The price of daily food is often reason enough to buy without bargain. The bigger value, the more you can bargain. For example, a small fish is 150.000VND, you can try 140.000 VND, 1 kg of big prawn is 500.000VND, you can try bargain 400.000, then accept 450.000.
• For other items (not food), bargaining is important. You should go around the area and ask several kiosks to get the reference and then decide. The tip is Smiling and be Friendly and Polite when you bargain
Read more at: https://www.thenavisapartmenthotel.com/post/traditional-markets-an-inherent-part-of-da-nang-s-culture