Ben Dam Harbour
Ben Dam is a notable bay with a maximum depth of twelve meters, serving as the main port for Con Dao, which boasts a spacious area of approximately thirty hectares.
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Ben Dam Port functions as a vital gateway to Con Dao. Its significance goes beyond accommodating tourist boats; it also offers a safe haven for vessels during storms, thanks to its carefully sheltered location that mitigates wind impact. The port spans over two kilometers and features a sea bridge that measures 220 meters in length. Numerous wave breakers, processing facilities, a seafood market, and cold storage systems have been established to support the local fishing industry. This port is essential for receiving fresh seafood from offshore fishing activities, while also serving as a hub for the dynamic import and export activities typical of the region.
The waters surrounding the harbor are deep, and the area is renowned for favorable winds, making it an ideal destination for various water sports that invite travelers to engage in adventurous experiences.
Useful Information
- Location: Bến Đầm, Côn Đảo
- Best for: All visitors
- Entrance: N/A
- Hours: Day time visit is recommended
- Distance to city center: 6.6km (4.1 mi)
Con Son Island
The biggest island of Con Dao archipelago, and the only inhabited, Con Son island is famed for its pristine nature and the hospitality of people. Not only holding the nice bit, the island also carries the dark past of what is called “Hell on Earth” period.
Con Dao Prison - Tiger Cage Prison
Tigers Cage Prison is the largest and oldest prison in Vietnam. The prison camp is located in Ba Ria Vung Tau province and was built in 1940.
Phi Yen Temple
Phi Yen temple is also known as An Son shrine and was first built in 1785 as a place to worship Madam Phi Yen (Le Thi Cam) the concubine of Lord Nguyen Anh.
