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Con Dao

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A pristine archipelago in the East Sea, famous for untouched beaches, marine ecosystems and historic prison relics.

Con Dao is an archipelago of 16 islands large and small lying off the East Sea, once known as 'hell on earth' for its brutal colonial-era prison system. Today, Con Dao has been reborn as one of the country's foremost spiritual and ecological destinations: the sacred Hang Duong Cemetery with the revered grave of Vo Thi Sau, crystal-clear beaches, coral reefs and sea turtles that come ashore to lay eggs each season. Its tranquil, contemplative beauty mingled with wildness makes Con Dao a place both for reflection and for resting amid pure nature.

Visitor information

When is the best time to visit Con Dao?

March to September (calm seas, easy to reach the smaller islands)

How long do you need at Con Dao?

2–3 days

What are the opening hours of Con Dao?

All day

Did you know

• Con Dao National Park protects sea turtles and rare coral reefs.
• Hang Duong Cemetery is the resting place of thousands of patriotic prisoners.
• Visitors often pay respects at Vo Thi Sau's grave at midnight.
• Con Dao was once voted the world's most mysterious island by an international travel magazine.

Travel tips

• Book flights or fast-ferry tickets early, as visitor numbers are limited.
• Bring simple offerings if you wish to visit Hang Duong Cemetery at night.

Source: https://vi.wikipedia.org/wiki/C%C3%B4n_%C4%90%E1%BA%A3o

Updated: 2026-08-06