Hon Chong Promontory

Hòn Chồng

A cluster of granite boulders jutting into the sea at the northern end of the city, with a legend of a giant's handprint and sweeping ocean views. A classic spot for sunrise and seascape photos in Nha Trang.

Hon Chong Promontory (Hon Chong, meaning 'stacked stones') lies on the coast about 1 km east of Po Nagar Cham Towers, at the northern end of the city. It is a group of granite boulders stacked on top of one another that extends into the sea. The most famous rock bears five finger-shaped hollows, and legend says they are the 'handprint' of a giant who slipped while peeking at fairies bathing, which is why it is also called the 'Giant's Handprint Rock.' The promontory has two sections. The main headland, 'Hon Chong' (the 'Husband Stone'), reaches into the sea, and you can walk along the rocks to the tip to watch the waves crash. 'Hon Vo' (the 'Wife Stone'), smaller in size, sits in a small bay on the south side. At the entrance is a garden with traditional Vietnamese folk music performances and café seating. The terrace overlooks Nha Trang Bay, Pearl Island and the city beaches in the distance. It is especially good for watching the sunrise and is a popular location for films and wedding photos. Entry costs about VND 30,000 (including the grounds and folk music performances). Opening hours are 06:00–18:00. Allow about 40 minutes. You can combine it with Po Nagar Cham Towers for an early-morning itinerary, then take a walk along nearby Hon Chong Beach, a quiet beach favored by locals. Getting there: a Grab from the Tran Phu hotel area takes about 10–15 minutes. There is also a bike path running north along the seafront. Notes: the rocks are slippery and some areas have no railings, so wear non-slip shoes. Do not go to the outermost rocks when the tide is rising or the waves are big.

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