The Cape of Ca Mau

It is located only 118 km from the center of Ca Mau City. This is a unique destination in Vietnam's tourism landscape, not only because of its southernmost location but also because it is the only place in the country where one can witness the sunrise in the East and sunset in the West.
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The cape was first documented in the late 17th century. Home to three ethnic groups: Kinh (Viet), Hoa, and Khmer, this region exhibits a rich tapestry of cultural interactions and convergence, reflected in a variety of unique traditions and customs.

The natural scenery, characterized by expansive mangrove forests, teems with a diverse array of birds, wildlife, and fish, granting Ca Mau a distinctive and pristine beauty reminiscent of a newly discovered land. The immense mangrove forests serve as the most prominent feature of this area, situated at the convergence of the East Sea and the West Sea. As the forest continues to expand each year, rare plant species also flourish, providing benefits to the wildlife that inhabits the region. It is estimated that there are over 240 species of plants, 36 species of animals, 194 species of birds, and 260 species of fish, including many that are endangered.
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From the Cape of Ca Mau, one can see the Hon Khoai Archipelago, which lies approximately 20 km from the mainland. This archipelago consists of stunning islands, including Hon Tuong, Hon Sao, Hon Kho, Hon Lon, and Hon Doi Moi, among others. Hon Khoai Island is the largest and tallest among them, measuring 4 km² in area and rising to 318 m in height. But don’t just stand there—experience the beauty of this remarkable island! Here, you can find the most significant (and possibly the most romantic) lighthouse in the Gulf of Thailand and the East Sea!

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