Phu Quy Island Travel
Phu Quy Overview
The cultural and historical island of Phu Quy lies in the junction line of the mainland of Vietnam and Sparatley Island. The island boasts of a tropical and oceanic climate that gives it a cool weather all year round. This gives visitors the whole year to grab the chance to visit Phu Quy and experience the warm waters of the beaches all over the island.
Phu Quy Main Attractions
A famous attraction in Phu Quy Island is the crystal-clear water around the island with fascinating coral reefs, colorful creatures and many black rocky clusters and cliffs merging amidst waves. Most tourists are attracted to the island because of its superb swimming and fishing conditions and the opportunity to relax amongst wild nature.
Other attractions of the Phu Quy Island are the great places to visit in the island like the lighthouse and Linh Buu Pagoda built in the 18th century on Cam Mountain and national cultural relics of An Thanh Temple. Imagine standing at the lighthouse and getting a panoramic view of the island’s romantic landscape and immense rock formations.
Phu Quy Activities
If you’re looking for something fun to do in Phu Quy, then you’re in luck because there are lots of activities for you to enjoy. You can take plunge swimming to the crystal clear waters around the island; go sightseeing for the historical and cultural sceneries of the island; and take yourself for an outstanding scuba diving experience within the waters of the island to see its coral reefs with a variety of different marine animal for you to discover.
Phu Quy Accommodation & Dining
There is a wide range of accommodations available in the island to suit the tastes of any type of tourist. Hotels have private western style bathrooms, hot water, air-conditioning, satellite television, IDD telephones, laundry and other facilities. Restaurants in Phu Quy are nothing short of fulfilling. The food is great. And if you’re not the type who would like to take an adventure with food, well you’re in luck because most of the dishes served on the island are western style cuisine and seafood provided by the rich and lush sea around the island.
Phu Quy Shopping & Nightlife
Shopping in Phu Quy has vastly improved over the years. You can find all topical souvenirs available elsewhere in Vietnam and few local specialties too. Nightlife has also picked up in recent years. Wide range of bars, dance clubs and pubs can be seen in the island offering the best drinks and party experience you could ever want especially when you’re the type to go all out in parties. You could also warm up your vocal cords by renting going to a karaoke bar and drink some local beverages.
Getting To & Around Phu Quy
You can reach Phu Quy by using a ferry ride from the mainland to Phan Thiet and then making your way to the island. The nearest main airport is from Ho Chi Minh City where most major airlines have regular schedules for, so go ahead and plan your visit to Phu Quy.
