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Discovering Bach Long Vi island in northern region

Monday, 17:49, 27/06/2022

VOV.VN - Situated roughly 133 kilometres off the northern coastal city of Hai Phong in the Gulf of Tonkin, the island district of Bach Long Vi has developed into a popular tourist attraction over recent years.

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It takes up seven hours to travel by boat from Hai Phong to Bach Long Vi island.
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The island’s size is small, spanning roughly two square kilometres during high tide and three square kilometres during low tide.
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Bach Long Vi harbor provides shelter for approximately 20,000 ships and boats each year from incoming storms.
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Local residents living on the island mainly make a living through fishing.
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From the 62 people who residing on the island in 1993, the local popular has now grown and is home to nearly 700 people.
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The island also houses schools, a healthcare centre, a cultural house, and parks.
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One notable landmark on the island is its iconic lighthouse which is located 80 metres above sea level and is a top attraction for visitors.
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Another attraction on the island is the 1,000-square-metre Bach Long Pagoda.
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Bach Long Vi island plays a crucial part in the development of the maritime economy in Hai Phong.