The laid-back little town of Quy Nhon, nestled on Vietnam’s central coast is a great spot for a weekend break when you are vacationing in the region. In addition to standard backpacker accommodation, this medium-sized town is becoming a hit with the spa set looking for a luxury resort Quy Nhon has to offer leisure-seekers form around the world. The AVANI Quy Nhon Resort & Spa is one example of a quality Quy Nhon hotel that is well-suited to cater to your leisure whims and fancies for an unforgettable retreat on the scenic Vietnamese coast. With enchanting views of the calm sapphire sea at its door, the Binh Dinh Museum in Quy Nhon sports all visitors back to another time and place. Although small in size, the museum showcases some exquisite elements and exhibits of the famed Cham sculpture, as well as some pre-Cham pieces dating back to the bronze era. For fans of all things Cham, the museum is not the only place to explore. Smack in the middle of town, ensconced within a lush park, you will find the Thap Doi Towers, which are exquisite Cham towers with intricate detailing work that has been remarkably well preserved. Open to the sky, the best time to visit is during noon-early afternoon when you can catch the rays of the sun shining through to the ground, illuminating the ancient walls with an enchanting light. Infused with impressive cultural treasures, Quy Nhon is a town that merits further exploration.
Angela Fernando is an impassioned travel writer who composes pieces under the pen name Sumaira Narayan. She loves writing about new and exciting places around the world and hopes to visit them all someday. Google+