Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam

Located next to world heritage Hoi An and the world biosphere reserve Cham Islands, Cam Thanh coconut village is a popular tourist attraction, hosting thousands of foreign visitors every summer.
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 1The coconut forest has been growing for 200 years. The variety of coconut, brought by southwestern immigrants, perfectly fit the favorable soil and water conditions of the central region. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 2 From only a few hectares, the coconut trees have naturally grown into a forest with a total area of over 100 hectares.(Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 3For generations, the coconut forest, home to numerous aquatic species, has protected Cam Thanh villagers from waves from the sea and safeguarded the world biosphere reserve Cham Islands. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 4Visitors join a local réident in catching crabs – a local specialty. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 5Just for 150,000 VND (roughly 7 USD), one can rent a basket boat for two visitors to discover the wild beauty of the coconut forest. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 6An animal made from coconut leaves. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 7A girl with a local gift made from water coconut leaves. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 8Traditional fishing method of locals in Cam Thanh. (Source: VNA)
Cam Thanh – Land of Coconuts in Quang Nam ảnh 9A visitor learns how to use a fishing net (Source: VNA)
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