Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu, Coastal province in southeastern Vietnam
Bà Rịa-Vũng Tàu is a coastal province along the East China Sea, containing eight administrative districts and the Con Dao archipelago. The landscape features fishing villages, sandy beaches, and a major port complex that shapes the region's economy.
The region served as a major trading port from ancient times and was colonized by France in the 17th century. It became a separate province in 1992 after splitting from Dong Nai.
Fishing communities here honor whales through temples and rituals, a practice rooted in local beliefs about the sea and the creatures that share these waters.
The province is about two hours from Ho Chi Minh City by car or bus, with regular services connecting all districts. The best time to visit is between November and April, when weather conditions are dry and comfortable.
The Con Dao islands were a notorious prison during wartime and remain part of this province today. Visitors find historical sites there that recall this turbulent past.
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