Con Dao is a land associated with Con Dao Prison, a historical site that recalls the heroic and arduous war of the Vietnamese people. Not only that, visitors to Con Dao will be captivated by the eye-catching blue beaches and Con Dao National Park with countless rich flora and fauna that are preserved intact.


Con Dao is an archipelago of 16 small islands, surrounded by beautiful beaches such as Dam Trau Beach, Nom Beach and Co Beach. With the island's pristine natural environment, visitors can participate in activities such as scuba diving to admire the coral reefs, mountain climbing to enjoy the wild natural scenery, or simply strolling on the lovely small streets. Not only beautiful beaches, Con Dao also has many historical and cultural attractions such as: Hang Duong Cemetery, Phu Hai Prison, Con Dao Museum...
The period from March to November is the best time to travel to Con Dao. During this time, the weather becomes cooler after a hot summer. The sky is blue and the air is fresh, creating a peaceful and serene feeling, very suitable for those who want to relax and enjoy a quiet, peaceful space.
I. Some of the top destinations in Con Dao
Con Dao Prison
Con Dao Prison is one of the famous historical sites in Vietnam. Con Dao Prison was built in the 19th century and has gone through many different stages in history. As a place to detain thousands of political prisoners, Con Dao Prison has become a symbol of the Vietnamese resistance and the patriotism of the Vietnamese people. Tourists on a tour of Con Dao will be able to visit the prison cells, iron doors and the dungeon system along with paintings and historical documents to better understand the lives that prisoners had to go through in the past.

Hang Duong Cemetery
The 190,000 m2 Hang Duong Cemetery is the most famous spiritual tourist destination in Con Dao, the resting place of more than 2,000 martyrs, including the resting place of the famous martyr Vo Thi Sau. Although there are no regulations, tourists to Con Dao still often visit Hang Duong Cemetery to burn incense and commemorate the contributions of heroes, martyrs and patriots who died in the struggle for national independence.
 
Dam Trau Beach
With a long coastline and fine white sand, Dam Trau Beach offers tourists on a tour of Con Dao not only relaxing moments on the beach but also a connection with nature. This area is surrounded by green hills, creating a quiet and peaceful space. The sea water is clear and calm, attracting tourists to come here to swim and satisfy their passion for water sports. However, Dam Trau Beach is not just a beach, it also has an ecological reserve with many rare species of animals and plants. Visitors can participate in activities to experience nature, such as scuba diving, kayaking or rowing.
Con Dao National Park
This is one of the rare national parks that is well preserved and protected in Vietnam, with an area of ​​up to 20,000 hectares. With diverse terrain, Con Dao National Park is truly a paradise for nature lovers. From white sand beaches to colorful coral reefs, or lush primeval forests, all create a beautiful, vibrant picture. In addition to experiencing nature, tourists on Con Dao tours can participate in many interesting activities at Con Dao National Park. Such as scuba diving to explore the beauty of coral reefs, hiking to reach great observation points, or participating in eco-tours to better understand the ecological characteristics of the area.

II. Con Dao specialties
Pangasius Seed Jam
Pangasius seed jam is one of the specialties of Con Dao, with a rich and attractive flavor. Pangasius seeds are grown and harvested from coastal areas in Con Dao, then processed and made into a fragrant, sweet jam. The sugar soaking process lasts about 1 week to ensure that the pangasius seeds are evenly soaked and have the right sweetness. When eating pangasius seed jam, Con Dao tourists can feel the sweet taste of sugar, combined with the crunchy taste of pangasius seeds. This jam has a golden color, very eye-catching and attractive.
Con Dao Moon Crab
Con Dao Moon Crab is one of the rare crab species of Vietnam's sea, found mainly in the waters of Con Dao. This crab species has an average size of 10-15cm, is yellow-green in color, sometimes has light green stripes on the surface of the shell. With its delicious flavor, firm, spongy and sweet meat, Con Dao Moon Crab has become a specialty dish sought after by many tourists when traveling to Con Dao. However, to get this specialty crab dish, local people have to work very hard to catch it, so the price of this dish may be higher than the average.
Con Dao Oyster Sauce
Con Dao Oyster Sauce is one of the typical products of the southern coastal region of Vietnam. Made from fresh oysters harvested from the coastal areas of Con Dao, this sauce has a strong sea flavor and is considered one of the best dishes of Con Dao. To make oyster sauce, local people use fresh oysters that have just been caught from the sea. After being washed and put in a pot, the oysters are seasoned with salt and left to ferment naturally for about 2-3 months. The fermentation process helps create a characteristic flavor and keeps the oysters preserved longer. Con Dao Oyster Sauce has a brown color and a characteristic oyster aroma. When eating, tourists to Con Dao can feel the salty, sour, sweet and fragrant taste of oyster sauce. This dish is often used to dip with raw vegetables, chili and lemon, creating an extremely attractive and worth-trying dish.
 
Con Dao is not only a sacred historical land but also has a pristine and majestic natural beauty. Once listed in the Top 10 most romantic islands in the world and Top 10 islands with the best hotel quality in the world by the international travel guide Lonely Planet, Con Dao is a worthy destination that you can consider when traveling to Vietnam.