Con Dao Islands
Location
- Archipelago of 16 pristine islands
- Approximately 180 kilometers (110 mi) off the southern coast of Vietnam
- Belongs to Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province
Natural Beauty
- Pristine beaches
- Crystal-clear turquoise waters
- Lush green forests
Accommodation and Facilities
- Range of resorts and guesthouses catering to different budgets
- Restaurants serving fresh seafood and local Vietnamese cuisine
- Local markets for buying souvenirs and traditional handicrafts
Historical Sites
- Hang Duong Cemetery: final resting place for thousands of Vietnamese revolutionaries
- Phu Son Prison: preserved prison exhibits
- Con Dao Museum: displays artifacts and documents related to the islands' history
- Cau Tau Lighthouse: historic lighthouse offering panoramic views of the archipelago
Historical Significance
- Used as a prison during the French colonial period
- Notorious for its brutal treatment of political prisoners
- Witnessed severe human rights abuses