Chuon Lagoon is the convergence of the unique beauty of the brackish Tam Giang lagoon area and the poetic natural scenery with many delicious dishes, attracting a large number of tourists to visit and check-in.
About Chuon Lagoon in Hue
Whenever mentioning Hue, domestic and foreign tourists will think of famous landscapes such as Ngu Binh mountain and the winding Huong Giang river, Hen and Da Vien dunes located on the left and right sides. These are Hue Imperial Citadel, mausoleums with unique beauty and architecture of ancient religious buildings such as Thien Mu pagoda , Phu Cam church, etc. Going a little further from the center of Hue, there is also the Mausoleum beach. She, Lap An lagoon, Ru Cha forest, and especially Chuon lagoon.
Another name is Cau Hai lagoon. Photo: dulichpicnic
Previously, this place was also known by another name, Cau Hai lagoon and is considered to be the largest area in the Tam Giang lagoon system, up to more than 100ha. From time immemorial folk have said:
“The road to Hue is around”
Green non specifically Graphic picturesque
Love you, I want to come too
Fear of the Ho Dynasty, fear of destroying Tam Giang”
to talk about the vastness and immensity of this area. Lagoon is also a resource-rich area with a rich and diverse flora and fauna system. This place also owns the fresh air and poetic, quiet scenery.
The beauty of Chuon lagoon at sunset. Photo: vntrip
Perhaps that’s why so many people like to go to Hue Chuon Lagoon for sightseeing, sightseeing as well as taking pictures, after spending time exploring Hue tourist destinations located in the center of the ancient capital.
Tam Giang lagoon system is handed down in folk songs. Photo: Tam Duy
Let’s go with Luhanh Vietnam to find the characteristic brackish water lagoon of Hue, to drop your soul into a peaceful place, experience the lyrical landscape with the distinct beauty that nature has bestowed.
The vastness of Chuon lagoon. Photo: Huyco
Directions to Hue dragonfly lagoon?
Dragonfly lagoon is located quite close to Hue city center, just over 12km to the east and quite easy to find. A famous tourist destination in Phu Vang district, Thua Thien Hue province. Visitors can easily move here by a variety of means of transport depending on their schedule and preferences to facilitate the journey to admire the unique beauty of this place.
Nice place to watch the sunset. Photo: khachsantayho
To go to Dam Chuon, you go along Highway 49 towards An Truyen. Next, move a bit more across Tu Hien bridge, then cross the fields to get there. According to Hue travel experience, you can rent a car or motorbike to come here, which is very convenient. But motorbikes will be a more flexible and faster means, especially you will easily stop to admire as well as capture the poetic scenery of Hue ancient capital on the way. The price of motorbike rental for each person is only from 100,000 to 120,000 VND/day.
The landscape is like a painting. Photo: TBone Le
The best time to visit Chuon lagoon
If the best time to visit Hue, visit Hue Citadel is in the dry season, around February-March, then the most suitable days for tourists to check in Dam Chuon is from April to July every year.
Chuon Village Ancestral Procession Festival. Photo: Pham Ba Thinh
Although you can choose to travel to Chuon lagoon at any time, the most special time is still the above time. Because in addition to the immense scenery of waves with the highlight of the small fishing boats among the poetic and nuanced scenery in the early afternoon, afternoon and evening, this place also has a bustling atmosphere, especially in autumn. Harvesting fish and shrimp on the lagoon, or the procession of the ancestors of Chuon village, takes place on the 15th, 16th and 17th day of the 7th lunar month.
Fishermen cast nets to start harvesting. Photo: Hoang Nguyen
Discover the diverse scenery of Dam Chuon
At each time of the day, the Chuon Hue lagoon has its own beauty. At dawn, the surface of the dress reflects the bright red light and then fades to the sparkling golden sunlight at noon. In the evening, the scene is dyed purple in the sunset and then gradually sinks into darkness by the fading light of the afternoon. At this time, the lagoon gradually drifted into a calm and gentle atmosphere. Occasionally, a few winds blow through, causing the scene to move like a painting with a contemplative look.
Not only has the poetic scenery, but this is also a fishing place for many local fishermen. If you come to Dong Ba market, visitors can mingle with the bustling atmosphere of many shops and shops, through Thuy Xuan incense village , you will experience a special scene among the “bouquets” of fragrant flowers in full bloom. When you come to Chuon lagoon, appearing before your eyes will be the scene of the ordinary and familiar daily life of fishermen.
Simple beauty. Photo: halotravel
They cast their nets in the middle of the lake or catch crabs and snails and then trade in seafood and seafood all over a small countryside. Dotted on that labor picture is the scene of children playing and splashing water everywhere, making the atmosphere more exciting. All contribute to the idyllic but charming beauty, enough to move many tourists from all over the world.
The immense Chuon Lagoon. Photo: xomnhiepanh
Some other attractive destinations in Hue Chuon lagoon that you should also spend time visiting are Thanh Hoang communal house, Tuy Van pagoda, church or Uncle Ho’s mausoleum. These are all places that preserve the spiritual beauty of the people here. In addition, you can stop by Tu Hien gate, Vinh Hien floating market, Da Bac chicken area, or stop at a row of floating restaurants in the middle of the lagoon to enjoy seafood.
Restaurant in the middle of the lagoon. Photo: haidangtravel
Many tourists coming here are very interested in the long and curved bamboo bridge connecting the lagoon with the restaurant. A special feature is that after dining at the floating restaurant, you can experience more fishing services or lie down and relax here.
The scene becomes more fanciful in the early morning and sunset. Photo: wolverineair
Lagoon Chuon Hue is also an ideal backpacking address for many young people with all 3 essential points in a journey: playing, eating fresh seafood and sleeping in “free” motels between dress. Those are huts – which are temporarily built by local fishermen on the lagoon as a place to stay when tired. If you have the opportunity to travel to Hue and visit Chuon lagoon, remember to come here and if possible, try to spend the night between these special houses to enjoy the quiet and poetic night scene on the lagoon.
An interesting place to stay for overnight visitors. Photo Huy Tuan Le
Enjoy famous specialties in Chuon Lagoon
Anyone who comes to Lap An lagoon, Lang Co beach and Hue Chuon lagoon without enjoying fresh seafood here is indeed a big omission. Ideally, you go from April to July, right in the shrimp fishing season, so you will be able to eat all kinds of specialty fish in the lagoon from brackish water fish, freshwater fish to sea fish: bee, fish grouper, orcas, scorpion fish,…
Dam has many delicious seafood dishes. Photo: vntrip
Besides seafood, Chuon lagoon also entertains visitors from far and wide with many delicious and strange dishes such as shrimp stigma or rice paper, Hue filter cake, and most especially Chuon village’s orca pancakes …
After going out, do not buy unique specialties in Chuon village as gifts for friends and relatives. Wine and cake, sour shrimp, fish sauce, … are attractive suggestions for you.
Specialties: Ornamental fish pancakes in Chuon lagoon. Photo: bazantravel
Hue Chuon Lagoon is both familiar and new to many tourists because it is located in the typical brackish water lagoon area of the Central region. If you have the opportunity to come to Hue, do not forget to visit this lagoon with a large area and diverse landscapes. Surely the beauty of the fresh river, the peaceful lifestyle of the peaceful countryside, and delicious seafood dishes will satisfy visitors. This place is especially suitable for trips with families, groups of close friends or couples on weekends because it is not too far from the center of the ancient capital. Quickly plan and prepare for yourself the most appropriate Hue travel experience to check-in Chuon lagoon, friends!
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