Con Co Island has a Tiger?

Con Co Island, also known as Tiger, belongs to Quang Tri province. This is a small island district but has quite favorable natural conditions for economic development, in addition, the geographical position of Con Co plays an important role in the security and defense of the sea and islands. Serving as a front of the southern sea.

Because it is only a small island with an area of about 2.3 km2, the population cannot be crowded, from 300 to 400 people. With the potentials and natural conditions of Con Co island, there is a strong advantage in tourism development and aquaculture. On the island, there is a forest surrounded by the sea, true to the meaning of “the forest of gold and silver sea”, the flora and fauna ecosystem is very rich and diverse.

Con Co Island beauty on a heroic land

There are more than 267 species of fish and sea creatures, the species of fish live alternately by water layer. In the upper aquifers, there are many types of fish that can be caught such as mackerel, herring, tuna, and birds … Besides, the exploitation is still abundant thanks to the huge number of mollusks, there are Many types of crustaceans and mollusks such as lobster, crab tank, crab, clam, scallop, pearl … This is a clear expression of the rich diversity of marine resources of Con Co island district .

Especially, Con Co Island has the richest and most beautiful flora of Vietnam. Seaweeds, algae, and colorful corals are colorful, creating a lively underwater space full of life. In Con Co, there are more than 50 species of seaweed of different types, many of which are sold at high prices. Coral is more diverse than seaweed with more than 100 species of coral, scattered in coastal areas. Thanks to the many incentives, this place has a great economic potential, if you have the opportunity to travel to Con Co Island, you will have the opportunity to see the beautiful corals, immersed in the colorful space under the sea.

In addition to the sea, on Con Co island, there are dense tropical forests that are home to many creatures. The forest here is like the green lung of the island with a total area of trees covering more than 70% of the island’s area. In addition to exotic plants imported from the mainland on the island, there are many native species such as: Bang Bang tree, Pineapple tree, Phong ba tree. The trees are the island’s green color that is the reason why the air here is more fresh than anywhere, the fresh air and the romantic natural scenery make Con Co gradually becoming an eco-tourism destination. , the ideal vacation for families, groups of friends, couples on holidays.

Eco-tourism on Con Co Island is the most reasonable choice you can think of. Enjoy the open sea on a small island where basalt rock formations, white sand beaches show shells, shells, or visit the island’s primeval forests. All promise to bring you a vacation full of relaxation and extremely meaningful.  

In the years against the US, this beautiful island was the place of fierce battles, and still has many ancient battlefields.

Con Co island district was established as an administrative unit of Quang Tri with stable population, so the problems of electricity and water are guaranteed. The island’s infrastructures have been increasingly strengthened and upgraded with stone dykes surrounding the coast, fishing ports, main roads on the island … On the island, there is sufficient electricity and water, fresh water is taken from a well. deep drilling, though not a large reserve, is enough to provide for the inhabitants living on the island. The system of communication is complete and modern, ensuring information is always connected by radar stations, telecommunication poles, radio and television stations, mobile networks. The facilities on Con Co not only meet the tourist activities and activities of the people but also are the premise for the development of biological research and geological exploration projects on the island.

There are many specialties in Con Co, mainly from natural resources endowed by nature. Snail dishes are very popular, you can eat comfortably because snails are only 20,000 VND / kg, crabs and crabs are also many and sold with each, about 40,000 VND each. Especially on the island, there is a dish of snail and black sea cucumber which is very famous for its health benefits. The price of fish bought at the port is cheaper than buying in the inland market from only 150,000 VND / kg, depending on the type of fish that has a difference, such as rays up to 240,000 VND / kg. The price of rice on the island is also very popular, from 30,000 – 40,000 VND / interest.

Dunes have many places to visit, take beautiful pictures, just swim and dive to explore the coral beaches. Highlights include: Bai Tranh, Huong River, Con Co lighthouse, Ong Nghe wharf, Muzzle Tiger … The scenery of the sea background is extremely harmonious, creating a fresh green tone. The sea breeze and cool air make people fresh, plants and trees are full of life. If you choose Con Co to travel, convalescence should go into the period of May, June summer, because of the dry dry weather, refreshing scenery, bustling beach playing areas, the sea calming does not get up. The plants and animals multiply and race in the underwater forest.

Hopefully, this article will give you a fresh perspective on Con Co Island as well as useful information to prepare for a trip with friends and family. Wish you enjoy the whole holiday and have many interesting experiences.