The Diocese of Da Nang consists of five deaneries: Da Nang, Hoa Vang, Hoi An, Tra Kieu, and Tam Ky, with a total of 51 parish churches. While waiting for the post-Covid period to explore the churches of Quang Nam, I took the opportunity to cycle around and visit all the churches within Da Nang, including 30 parish churches and …

The seller and the buyer were close friends so the transaction took place very quickly | Photos by Mr. Old Man A Market Like No Other For over 50 years, in a small commune in Quảng Nam province, a market unlike any other has thrived. The Bà Rén Pig Market, located in Quế Xuân 1 commune, Quế Sơn district, is …

This morning, I set out on a cycling trip to Tien Sa Port, intending just to ride around before heading back. However, I suddenly recalled a unique historical site nearby and decided to make a stop—the Franco – Spanish Cemetery, which rests against the slopes of Son Tra Mountain, overlooking Da Nang Bay, near the entrance to Tien Sa Port. …

Photo: Internet Lập An Lagoon, located in Lăng Cô Town, 40 km from Đà Nẵng and 70 km from Huế, has become a must-visit check-in spot in recent years. It attracts many travelers, especially young adventurers who love to explore. Travel magazines have described Lâp An Lagoon as the “treasure” of Lăng Cô, a poetic paradise in the dreamy land …

Since my first cycling trip exploring Hòa Bắc over seven years ago, I have ridden past the villages of An Định, Hội Yên, Nam Yên, Lộc Mỹ, Nam Mỹ, and Phò Nam hundreds of times, continuing all the way up to Tà Lang – Giàn Bí. I have taken thousands of photos and written dozens of articles about the roads …

I have often braved the steep, grueling slopes—some with inclines exceeding 20%—on the Sơn Trà Peninsula to visit the ancient Tiên Sa Lighthouse, a challenging check-in spot for many cycling enthusiasts. Perched at an altitude of 223 meters above sea level, with a vast primeval forest on one side and the endless blue ocean on the other, Tiên Sa Lighthouse …

On the north-south highway, when descending the Hải Vân Pass towards the south, travelers can spot a small forest surrounded by golden-brown rocky cliffs glistening under the sun. From one angle, the forest resembles a phoenix spreading its wings over the sea; from another, it looks like an ancient, million-year-old turtle. This is the Nam Ô Forbidden Forest, steeped in …

Six years ago, I attempted to reach an abandoned village hidden along a deserted beach by carrying my bicycle down from the Hai Van Pass. This village was once a refuge for people suffering from leprosy. However, I was disappointed—I lacked the strength and courage to navigate the jagged cliffs jutting into the sea, where waves relentlessly crashed against the …

Located about 35 km west of Da Nang city center, the Million-Year Rock Field  sits at the confluence of the Nam and Bac rivers, which form the Cu De River. Nestled in Ta Lang village, Hoa Bac commune, Hoa Vang district, this breathtaking natural wonder will leave you in awe with its mesmerizing beauty. This stunning landscape is a true …

Already owning a road bike, a mountain bike, and a touring bike, I couldn’t help but be intrigued by those charming folding bikes I often saw around town. The idea of having one to casually ride around the city for coffee meetups or conveniently store in my car for spontaneous trips sounded incredibly appealing. However, choosing the right folding bike …