Conquer Thanh Gia mountain Con Dao to capture the beauty of ‘paradise’ insight

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Con Dao is known as a sacred place that builds up the indomitable revolutionary spirit of Vietnam and until now, it still retains its inherent idyllic and natural nature. People often come to Con Dao to re-experience the past historical images and discover the rich and diverse nature here. Under each angle, Con Dao wears a different unique beauty. And there is a special view where you can bring the beauty of this place into sight, that is the view on the top of the beautiful misty Cross that moves people’s hearts. Let’s explore the interesting view with Vinlove

Mount Cross – “roof of Con Dao house” is peaceful

This mountain has an area of ​​about 2ha and is located at an altitude of 577m above sea level. The highest mountain here should be given another name as “the roof of Con Dao house”. Located in the southwestern part of the island, the name of this mountain has been around for a long time because in ancient times it looked like a cross from a distance. Con Dao Cross Mountain - a beautiful scenic spotPhoto: @ lananh0512


Over time destroyed by nature and fierce war, its form has largely changed but its name has remained unchanged. Although it is difficult and difficult to reach the top, the journey to conquer the Cross of the Cross to discover the wild beauty. Con Dao Cross - check in for sightseeingPhoto: Foody


Seeing Con Dao from a different new perspective is always the reason why many people want to experience it when traveling to Con Dao . More specifically, people also tell each other that the couple who come here and stand holding hands on the top of the mountain to watch the sunset will be fully happy forever.Con Dao Cross Mountain - admire the entire sea and islands Photo: @Pinterest

How to go to Con Dao Cross 

From the town center to the foot of the Cross is 3km away and about 6km from its top. To get here you can take a taxi, car or ride a motorbike by yourself according to Google Maps to go down the mountain with a flat paved road. From here on foot to reach the highest point will take 1 hour through a unique and dense rainforest path full of interesting things await you. Con Dao Cross Mountain - comes by bikePhoto: @amandamunkj


Standing on the top of the mountain will enjoy the cool air, panoramic view of Con Son Island below with the sea, large and small islands, towns and even fishing boats. The return journey will go on a road along the mountain, through the residential area, through historic sites in Con Dao is An Son temple worshiping Mrs. Phi Yen to learn more about people’s lives and spiritual culture. here.Con Dao Cross Mountain - sightseeing mountain climbingPhoto: @ martinnguyen5615

Cross climbing and unforgettable experiences

In addition to the historical places marked cruelly, exploring the natural beauty is also one of the activities that tourists love when coming to Con Dao. Every small island and scenic spot brings its own charm and the journey up to Con Dao Cross mountain in the mist to see the full view of the cool blue sea is also a worthwhile experience go.Con Dao Cross - an interesting journeyPhoto: @phuottv

Discover rare vegetation

Seeing the whole scene of Con Dao from the highest position is always a passion for those who love to explore. But getting there is not an easy journey for many people. Each steep slope is foggy year round, if going on a rainy day it is very easy to slip. But every day, the diligent soldiers of the Radar 590 station still go up and down continuously to do the task.Con Dao Cross Mountain - explore the green vegetationPhoto: @Foody


It is similar to climbing Yen Ngua Con Dao mountain , although you have to trek through a path through the forest with many twisted and uneven turns. But in that journey, you can see with your own eyes the ancient trees, vines, rare animal classes that only in Con Dao. Like being immersed in the original world full of birdsong. Con Dao Cross Mountain - scenic seascapePhoto: @_trista_nguyen_

See the romantic An Hai lake

One of the attractions of the journey to the Cross is also because you are passing through An Hai Lake. This is one of the two largest freshwater lakes for the entire island area, located at the end of the beautiful An Hai sea. Large lake space, everyday is like a flat mirror, reflecting the image of blue mountains into the water. Con Dao Cross Mountain - visit An Hai lakePhoto: @huynhthanhtungstudio


There are fish swimming swimming, at the end of the lake is an artificial waterfall that is equally beautiful. But do not stop there, visit Con Dao Cross in the summer or fall here a vast lake covered with lotus and gun colors. Standing from a distance, you can smell the aroma spreading in the space. That beautiful scene became one of the famous filming and photography spots that many people sought.Con Dao Cross - Check in An Hai LakePhoto: @nguyen_tung_linh

Check in misty mountain top

There is a name that is often mentioned by indigenous people when talking about this place is “fog peak”, because up to 2/3 of the time this year will be covered with fog, especially in morning. That is why the climate is always cool and comfortable. Standing on it is like being lost in the middle of Da Lat, helping you to forget all the fatigue on the way.Con Dao Cross - see the foggy peakPhoto: @ tam.balo


Going up and out into the distance at noon when the view is wide open. From the top of Con Dao Cross you can admire the panoramic island with layers of forests and vast blue sea layers. If you want to be taller, go 100 meters to the top of the Radar, there is a clear view, everything seems to shrink in your eyes. Just want to record this moment to keep as a souvenir.Con Dao Cross - see the foggy peakPhoto: Pinterest

Visit An Son Temple

Located near the foot of the mountain right on the way back, you will visit An Son Temple, also known as Ba Phi Yen Temple. The temple leaned back on the mountain, in front of it was a silent winding beach. The people tell each other that it is a very sacred shrine, so it is one of the spiritual tourist sites of Con Dao that many people come to pray for peace and love, hoping for her to show the way for the right things in life.Con Dao Cross Mountain - visit An Son MieuPhoto: @ mynguyen2609Con Dao Cross - check in An Son MieuPhoto: @linksbun


Con Dao Cross is always a mystery waiting for the steps of discovery to come. If you are ready for an exciting experience, then come to Con Dao to join this fascinating journey. Hope you will have more fun and impression on this beautiful island.

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