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What makes Cau Cau Tea Island attractive to tourists during holidays?

Annam • April 6, 2025 08:33

Often referred to as the "Ha Long Bay of Nghe An," the Cau Cau tea plantation in Thanh Chuong district, with its pristine and romantic beauty, is an attractive destination for many tourists.

Cau Cau Tea Island is likened to the "Ha Long Bay of Nghe An" thanks to its picturesque landscape with rare and unique features. Originally an irrigation lake built in 1963, its highlight is the lush green tea islands standing out against the verdant mountains and clear waters, possessing a wild and romantic beauty. Photo: Huy Thu

bna_2..jpg — Although no longer as bustling as when it was first discovered, Cau Cau tea island still attracts tourists from all over to visit and experience it. Every day, dozens of tourist boats are still ready to serve visitors on tours around the lake. Photo: Huy Thu

bna_3(2).jpg — During the Hung Kings' Commemoration Day holiday, Cau Cau tea island seems to don a new, vibrant coat of color. Amidst the endless green of the tea plantations and the lake water, national flags, Party flags, and red flags flutter in the wind, adding to the excitement and enthusiasm of visitors. Photo: Huy Thu

bna_4(2).jpg — Despite the unfavorable weather in recent days with prolonged drizzle, many tourist groups still flocked to the tea island to enjoy its unique beauty. In the photo: A group of tourists from Huong Son district (Ha Tinh province) excitedly capture a beautiful moment at Cau Cau tea island. Photo: Huy Thu.

On the islands floating in the lake, tea plants are grown in neat rows, stretching from the foot of the hill to the summit, divided into separate plots by beautiful crisscrossing pathways. Photo: Huy Thu

bna_6(2).jpg — A group of tourists from Southern Vietnam traveled thousands of kilometers to visit Cau Cau tea island just as the Northeast monsoon arrived, bringing with them unique emotions from this special journey. Photo: Huy Thu

bna_7(1).jpg — As April arrives, the tea plants on the island turn a lush green, their tender shoots stretching out in a picturesque and beautiful scene. Nguyen Thanh Dat (32 years old, from Ben Tre province) shared: “This is my first time visiting Thanh Chuong tea island, and I am truly impressed by its unique beauty, rarely seen anywhere else. Many places have tea hills, but a tea island in the middle of a vast lake like this is very special. I am very happy to be at this famous tourist destination in Nghe An province during the holiday.” Photo: Huy Thu

bna_8(1).jpg — Local residents on Cau Cau tea island offer various services to tourists, such as food and drinks, costume rentals for photoshoots, and the sale of local specialties like tea, Thanh Chuong fermented bamboo shoots, and green tea. Many tourists often choose to buy these specialties as souvenirs when leaving the tea island. Pham Dong A (33 years old, from Can Tho) said: “I learned about Thanh Chuong tea island through the media and social networks, and experiencing it firsthand was very interesting. However, the services and goods here are still limited and not truly diverse.” Photo: Huy Thu

bna_9..jpg — Visitors to the tea island can stay in homestays and guesthouses around the island and participate in interesting experiences such as tea picking, tea tasting, fishing, or boating, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere amidst the pristine nature. Photo: Huy Thu

Boat operators offering tours of the tea island often also provide food and light refreshments on board, which is very convenient for tourists. Local specialties from Thanh Hoa province, such as pickled bamboo shoots, grilled chicken, and stir-fried shrimp, are delicious, clean, and reasonably priced, and are always highly appreciated by visitors. Mr. Nguyen Viet Lam, owner of Thuan Lam boat house (Thanh An commune), shared: “Although the weather during this holiday wasn't ideal, the number of visitors was still quite high. On peak days, my family had to mobilize extra staff to provide the best service for tourists.” Photo: Huy Thu

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