Lo Thung – The Unique Primeval Rock Pool In Quang Nam

Lo Thung rock pool stretching over Tien Canh and Tien An communes of Tien Phuoc District is walled by mountain ranges famous in central Vietnam. The rock pool is on the bank of the Da Giang River, a tributary of the Tien River.

This tourist destination near Hoi An has a charming natural landscape, pristine and untouched by humans. This place is considered a "stone kingdom" that attracts many tourists to Quang Nam.

This tourist destination near Hoi An has a charming natural landscape, pristine and untouched by humans. Photo: VTCNews

Folk legend says that in the past, a giant god came to this place to help people open up and reclaim land. While on his way, he dropped the rocks he was carrying into the Da Giang River. The rocks created the Lo Thung rock pool. The imprints on these stones were believed to be the god’s footprints.

The rocky shore comprises large and small, undulating, thick rocks of all shapes and forms. There are stone slabs spread out like smooth, carved slabs, and sections of rock that are strangely jagged and rugged.

In 1964, when a serious flood happened there, locals heard the rumble of thunder as loud as the sound of bombs exploding at midnight. In the morning, they saw many big stones broken and scattered over the surrounding areas.

To reach the biggest stones at the rock pool, travelers have to wade waist-deep through water.

Folk legend says that in the past, a giant god came to this place to help people open up and reclaim land. Photo: VTCNews

A highlight of Lo Thung is its “water cave,” where visitors can watch rocks in different shapes. Some of them stand alone while others stack one on top of another.

Several of the rocks are big enough for tourists to rest on. From there, they can admire charming views of nature where rivers, mountains, and the azure sky paint beautiful pictures.

At the rock pool, grass and wildflowers grow well between small stones, and form attractive natural rock gardens.

Tourists should come to Lo Thung Tien Canh Tien Phuoc at the 2 most beautiful times of the day: sunrise and sunset. Like Hon Kem Da Dung, this place still retains its original pristine features, never affected by humans. This is a perfect choice for those who want to spend their relaxing time on the weekend.

After swimming in the river, visitors may sit on the yellow dunes there to enjoy the pleasure of Lo Thung's wild beauty.

At the rock pool, grass and wildflowers grow well between small stones, and form attractive natural rock gardens. Photo: VTCNews

Coming to Lo Thung rock pool, visitors will not only be immersed in the beautiful natural scenery but also enjoy many Hoi An and Quang Nam specialties, which include stir-fried stone snails, grilled Nien fish, mixed jackfruit, bee porridge, salt stewed chicken, and grilled chicken.

Quang Nam is a province in the South Central Coast region. With the advantage of geographical location adjacent to the sea, Quang Nam is famous for many beautiful beaches. Moreover, being a province with two world cultural heritages, Hoi An Ancient Town and My Son Sanctuary, Quang Nam still preserves the unique Champa culture and cultural interference with the outside. Thanks to natural resources and unique culture, Quang Nam attracts domestic tourists and "invites" international tourists who love to move.

Several of the rocks are big enough for tourists to rest on. Photo: Bao Quang Nam

In Quang Nam, there are two distinct seasons: the rainy season and the dry season. During the rainy season (from September to December), there are often storms and flash floods, affecting travel plans, so the ideal time for tourists to travel to Quang Nam is from April to August.

If they intend to visit Hoi An during their trips to Quang Nam, arrange to go on the 14th day of the lunar calendar every month, especially during the Mid-Autumn Festival. On this day, the people here will hold a night festival and they will admire the Hoai River filled with sparkling golden lanterns.

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