Bay and beach
Take a Lan Ha Bay boat trip, then relax at Cat Co if sea conditions allow.
Familiar names before the reorganisation: Hải Phòng, Hải Dương.
The enlarged Hai Phong includes the former Hai Duong area, combining inland heritage with island scenery. This itinerary focuses on Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay and starts after arrival on the island.
FOUNDING THE NATION
Le Chan — Remembered for opening An Bien
Associated with developing An Bien; her ancestral hometown is recorded in Dong Trieu, Quang Ninh.
Hai Phong honours a woman remembered for both resistance and the development of An Bien.
Local accounts describe Le Chan gathering settlers, cultivating land and establishing An Bien, as well as joining the Trung Sisters uprising.
Temples and festivals preserve this local memory. The connection concerns her activities, rather than a claim that she was born in Hai Phong.
Places to understand the story
Explore Nghe Temple and An Bien communal house.
Historical references
White chrysanthemums · A stop to remember
Contextual remembrance suggestions appear under attractions with a verified connection. A white flower where permitted is enough; sharing a photograph is optional.
Catalogue in progress
The martyrs’ cemetery list and coordinates for Hải Phòng are being checked. No location is ready for publication here yet; this does not mean there are no martyrs’ cemeteries in this province.
01 / ONE LOCAL AREA · MORE TIME TO EXPLORE
A local route, at your pace
Cat Ba and Lan Ha: an unhurried island break
Suggested baseCentral Cat Ba
Allow separate arrival time when travelling from farther away. Use road transport on the island, arrange boats around weather conditions and confirm access to Viet Hai with the operator.
Keep the same local base, with an optional third day for culture, food and time to unwind.
Forest and cave
Combine a short national-park trail with Trung Trang Cave and leave the rest of the day open.
Island village life
Set aside a relaxed outing to Viet Hai, choosing walking or cycling to match your ability and arranged access.
An editorial route suggestion, excluding travel to and from the destination. The destination catalogue offers choices for different trips; not all places are close together. Check routes, weather and opening arrangements before booking.
02 / SCENERY & HERITAGE
Distinctive places to explore
- Cat Ba Archipelago
Lan Ha Bay
Vịnh Lan HạTravel by boat among limestone islands and sheltered blue waters.
- Cat Ba Island
Cat Ba National Park
Vườn quốc gia Cát BàChoose a forest trail suited to your fitness and the weather.
- Cat Ba Island
Trung Trang Cave
Hang Trung TrangThis limestone cave adds a geological stop to an island visit.
- Central Cat Ba
Cat Co beaches
Bãi tắm Cát CòSandy coves near the island centre offer a relaxed seaside break.
- Cat Ba Island
Viet Hai Village
Làng Việt HảiThis green village setting suits a guided walk or bicycle ride.
03 / LOCAL FLAVOURS
Regional dishes to try
- Urban Hai Phong
Crab noodle soup
Bánh đa cuaBrown rice noodles served in crab broth with greens.
- Urban Hai Phong
Crab spring rolls
Nem cua bểFried spring rolls, commonly square-shaped, with crab and pork filling.
- Urban Hai Phong
Small spicy baguettes
Bánh mì caySmall pate-filled baguettes served with local chilli sauce.
- Urban Hai Phong
Savory rice pudding
Bánh đúc tàuSoft rice pudding served with savory toppings and sauce.
- Hai Duong area
Hai Duong mung-bean cakes
Bánh đậu xanh Hải DươngSweet mung-bean cakes, often enjoyed with tea.
These suggestions introduce local culture; they are not rankings or guarantees of quality. Ask providers about ingredients, allergies and dietary needs; check local rules, weather, opening hours and prices before travelling.
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References & current administrative boundaries
Edited and checked: 19 October 2026. Some sources use former boundaries; suggestions are grouped under the current province-level units in Resolution 202/2025/QH15. Read the resolution ↗
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