Once branded “Hell on Earth” for the notorious jail which witnessed the most terrifying scenes of oppression during war time before 1975, Phu Quoc island in the Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang has now become the country’s first island city with tremendous economic and social development.

VOV.VN - Phu Quoc in Kien Giang province became Vietnam’s first island city last month, a range of new tourism activitie underway to attract more tourists to the ideal destination.

Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s first island city, has attracted 372 projects to date with capital totalling some US$16.5 billion.

VOV.VN - Phu Quoc island in the southern province of Kien Giang is a popular tourist destination throughout the year due to its blue sea, long sandy beaches, wild beauty, and delicious seafood. Here are some of the best places for visitors to enjoy when heading to Phu Quoc:

VOV.VN - Thousands of residents and tourists gathered on January 8 to mark the establishment of Phu Quoc island city, the first of its kind in Vietnam, together with a shining firework display.

The Mekong Delta province of Kien Giang has adjusted zoning at the marine protected area of Phu Quoc National Park on Phu Quoc Island.