Dinh Huong islet (Incense Burner) overview
Dinh Huong Islet (or Lu Huong Islet) is a popular tourist destination for those exploring Ha Long Bay. This islet is located 6 kilometers from Bai Chay Tourist Wharf, southwest of Dau Go Grotto, near Cho Da Islet.
It is easily accessible on the way to Thien Cung Cave and Titop Beach. Dinh Huong Islet’s unique beauty draws a lot of visitors, making it a favorite landscape when they visit the World Natural Heritage – Ha Long Bay.
Why visit Dinh Huong islet?
The world-renowned landscape of Ha Long Bay in Vietnam is said to be a gift from nature. Each scene in Ha Long Bay, such as caves, grottoes, rocky mountains, and so on, is the result of Mother Nature’s deliberate arrangement.
When visiting Ha Long, make time to visit beautiful tourist attractions such as rocky islets with unusual names. Dinh Huong Islet is one of them, and it appears on paper money with a face value of 200,000 VND. I recommend that you visit this landscape at least once if you visit Ha Long.
Among the hundreds of islets in Ha Long Bay, Dinh Huong is regarded as a natural work of art. The names “Dinh Huong” and “Lu Huong” are derived from the fact that it is shaped like an incense burner (Dinh Huong means incense burner in English).
It is composed of a single massive stone that stands majestically in the middle of the sea. When the tide is low, visitors can see four pins of Dinh Huong Islet beneath the water.
The massive stone in the shape of an incense burner in the middle of the sea is revered as a sacred object for worshiping Heaven and Earth. Dinh Huong Islet appears to remind Vietnamese of national traditions, particularly gratitude for heroes who have dedicated their lives to building and protecting the country.
The islet has been influenced by nature for millions of years and has retained its majesty, from massive shape to cultural significance. It appears to be the highlight of a stunning natural setting amidst the vast sea.
How to visit Dinh Huong islet?
You can easily visit Dinh Huong Islet Halong Bay, there are numerous boats available to transport you to this landscape.
Visitors can get here by purchasing a boat ticket from the Management Board of Bai Chay Tourist Wharf and then boarding the boat.
Sitting on a boat and taking in the natural beauty of this islet and its surroundings will provide you with a good view of Ha Long Bay. Listening to the tour guide’s words, you might learn more about the interesting legends or stories behind the islet’s name or formation.
You should buy postcards with images of Dinh Huong Islet as a lovely souvenir at the end of their journey.
This islet is the most majestic and spectacular limestone islet in Ha Long Bay and retains its allure due to its spiritual significance. Along with Thien Cung Cave, Dau Go Grotto, Trong Mai Islet, and numerous other islets is a symbol of Ha Long Bay tourism.
It is a vivid example of Ha Long Bay’s unique geological values. The image of this islet has become popular on posters for a variety of tourism organizations. Nowadays, its image is also printed on Vietnamese paper money (200,000 VND bill) to demonstrate the cultural and tourism values of this islet.
If you’re still unsure about where to go during your trip to explore Ha Long Bay, this islet should be on your itinerary. Believe me! Come here and you will not be disappointed by the beauty of Dinh Huong islet Halong Bay.
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