Nha Trang – one amongst the premium World beaches

Nha Trang not only gets great natural advantages of its geography position, landscape, and climate, but inherits its rich background in culture and humanities as well. It is one of the most beautiful beaches in Vietnam.

Nha Trang – the capital of Khanh Hoa province, in the central South of Vietnam ranks first amongst Vietnam’s most beautiful beaches for both pristine natural sea scenes, and excellent accompanied tourism services. The services, like modern telpher system, high-speed canoes, sailing boats, small ships, and many high-quality resorts along side the beaches are worth trying. That’s why it is often referred to as the ‘Seaside Resort’ of Vietnam.

Nha Trang’s fascinating beaches stimulate any one stepping by. It is a collection of 6 major beaches and some small scatterred beaches. Located in the North are 4 beaches named Dai Lanh, Doc Let, Whale Island, and Jungle Beaches, and in the South are Tran Phu and Hong Chong Beaches. They are all within a few hours drive. All of these locations have modern accommodations and adequate lodging for an overnight stay. What makes beaches in Nha Trang famous among many others alongside Vietnam – an over 3,000 kilometered seaside road country? The common absorptive characteristic is the fine & fair sand, the mirror-like pure & clean ocean water, and the deeply mild temperature all the year round.

The capital of Khanh Hoa Province, Nha Trang sees a heavy local and international tourist influx, especially in the summer. The central beachside city area is quite busy and full of cheap guesthouses and small restaurants. The beach and its outlying islands have sprouted some fine new resorts. The surf isn't bad (for frolic, not for surfing) along the vast crescent-shaped beach in Nha Trang's central city, and the bright-blue vista is dotted by more than 20 surrounding islands. There are many good high-end hotels and resorts to choose from, and the high-rises in the town center hearken almost to a large beach town in Florida. Good budget options abound, too. Dining is all about fresh seafood.

Here are 5 must-try foods list for people first coming to Nha Trang:

1. Grilled fermented pork roll- Nem Nuong:

When mentioning Nha Trang cuisines, we definitely cannot neglect grilled fermented pork roll, also known as Ninh Hoa’s or Nha Trang’s fermented pork roll. We can eat fermented pork roll fresh (nem chua”) or grilled (“nem nuong”). However, most of the tourists will choose “nem nuong” to enjoy in Nha Trang, and buy “nem chua” as the gifts for family at home. Grilled directly with the fire of coal brazier, fermented pork roll is served with raw herbs as well as dipping sauce with pickled green papaya.

Where to try: Nem Nuong Vu Thanh An- 15 Le Loi- Nha Trang- Khanh Hoa. The restaurant is crowded with customers from late afternoon till midnight.

2. Lac Canh’s Grilled Beef:

The secret of making perfect grilled beef lies on the recipe of mixing beef with honey and more than ten kinds of spices. The recipe is handed down from generation to generation, and only known to specific members of restaurant owner’s family. Customers are free to grill the beef and enjoy the dish in their own way.

Lac Canh’s grilled beef is so favored by tourists that it appears in many famous international travel guides.

Where to try: Han Hon Minh restaurant (opened since 1963)- 44 Nguyen Binh Khiem- Nha Trang- Khanh Hoa.

3. Rice vermicelli with grilled fish and jellyfish- Bun cha ca:

It’s “bun cha ca” broth, which is made from boiled sailfish and mackerel’s bones, that determines the exclusive taste of this specialty. Different from the fatty boiled pork bones’ broth; “bun cha ca” broth is sweet and savory, especially suitable for people who are going on a diet. A bowl of Nha Trang’s “bun cha ca” also contained jellyfish and steamed sailfish.

Where to try: Bun ca Nam Beo- Block B2- Phan Boi Chau- Nha Trang- Khanh Hoa

4. Lang Chai's Seafood

Before visiting Hon Tam, Bai Soi or Bai Mini beaches, tourists are advised to drop in Lang Chai to buy some seafood. Customers can choose fresh seafood which is raised in cage under the sea by their own hand. After that, people will sail to nearby restaurant by ferry, where seafood will be immediately prepared and cook. On mainland, tourists can consume fresh seafood at reasonable price at Chieu Anh Restaurant.

Where to try: Chieu Anh Restaurant- 86 Tran Phu- Nha Trang – Khanh Hoa

5. Banh can- “Can” cake

Sitting around the warm fire of coal brazier, watching the cook skillfully pouring flour into moulds , and then enjoying hot “banh can” in a windy day is an unforgettable experience for anyone when in Nha Trang.

“Banh can” is a popular snack in Central and Southern regions of Vietnam, including rice flour, lard, spring onion and eggs. The cakes are sold in pair, and served with special sweet and sour dipping sauce made from Nha Trang’s famous fish sauce, and raw vegetables.

Where to try: Crossroad of Le Thanh Tong and Nguyen Thien Thuat Street.

Sea Festival and “Miss Beauty”

A very popular activity in Nha Trang beaches is sea festival. Sea Festival is held anually, and August-Nha Trang Rendezvous Festival is held every 2 years absorb numerous tourists. All the festivals fully cover sea food, arts and activities like Sea-Food Zone, Sea Night Carnaval, ect., and some exhibitions about Cham Brocade Textile, Arranging Art, and so on. If you would like to get to know about this City, please come and join them on any of those occasions.

Overview of the Nha Trang Sea Festival 2013

During the past few years, Miss Vietnam and Miss Earth have occurred in Nha Trang. More importantly and proudly for Nha Trang and Vietnam, Nha Trang (to be exact, Vinpearl Land (which means Vietnam’s Pearl) – the 5-star resort of the city) was selected for the “Miss Universe Pageant 2008”. Zhang Zi Lin, the current Miss World said on her trip in Nha Trang: "Nha Trang beaches are wonderful with blue sky, turquoise sea, and cool wind. I think Nha Trang is marvellous for the world beauties to gather”.

Miss Earth 2010 Contest was organized in Nha Trang, Viet Nam

Having vast tranquil beaches and the finest climatic conditions, the Nha Trang Beaches are perfect for a lovely holiday. Nha Trang is considered one of the world’s most beautiful beaches. The Miss Universe 2008 Peageant commited to select Nha Trang as its performance place thanks to its magical surronding and pristine location.

Essentials

Nha Trang holidays are provided by nhatrangbeauty.com. For example, Nha Trang sea – Da Lat flower tour (5days / 4nights) is just from 160 USD. For details of flights, go to kayak.com. Flight from Tokyo, Japan to Da Nang, Viet Nam is 1,497 USD (round trip).

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