The island is positioning its tourism development around a “green – pristine – distinctive experience” model, carving out a unique identity on Vietnam’s maritime tourism map. (Photo: VNA)
The Con Co lighthouse, guiding vessels through open waters, is a favourite stop for visitors exploring the island. (Photo: VNA)
The memorial to fallen heroes on Con Co Island, honouring generations of officers and soldiers who sacrificed their lives during wartime, is a poignant site that draws visitors for remembrance. (Photo: VNA)
The national sovereignty flagpole on Con Co Island, a sacred symbol affirming Vietnam’s sovereignty, is often the first stop for visitors arriving on the island. (Photo: VNA)
Despite its modest size, Con Co holds a strategically significant position, guarding the southern gateway to the Gulf of Tonkin. (Photo: VNA)
Con Co – ‘green gem’ awakening in the open sea
Off the eastern coast of Quang Tri province, Con Co Island, once dubbed the “steel island” during wartime, has taken on a new appearance, greener and more tranquil.