About Bai But
Bai But is a sandy beach and bay located on the western side of the Son Tra Peninsula in Son Tra District, Da Nang, Vietnam. Nestled between forested hills and the East Sea, it lies near Linh Ung Pagoda and its Lady Buddha statue. The beach is noted for clear water, calm waves, and scenic mountain backdrop, offering a quieter alternative to Da Nang beaches and serving as a popular stop on Son Tra Peninsula sightseeing routes.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a curved sandy bay with clear turquoise water backed by forested slopes of Son Tra Peninsula. The beach area is relatively quiet with views of the East Sea, fishing boats, and the nearby Linh Ung Pagoda and Lady Buddha statue on the hillside. Facilities are basic with open beachfront for walking, photography and swimming in calm conditions, and road access that connects to peninsula viewpoints and pagoda complex.
Key highlights
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Sandy bay with clear water on Son Tra Peninsula
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Scenic backdrop of forested Son Tra Mountain
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Close proximity to Linh Ung Pagoda and Lady Buddha statue
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Calm waters suitable for swimming and wading in dry season
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Viewpoint for East Sea and Da Nang coastline photography
History of Bai But
Bai But is part of the Son Tra Peninsula natural area which has been developed for tourism and conservation. Its visitor importance grew with the development of the Linh Ung Pagoda complex inaugurated in 2010 nearby, making the bay a recognized stop on peninsula tour routes.
Culture & Context
The bay is culturally associated with the nearby Linh Ung Pagoda, a major Buddhist pagoda featuring a 67-meter Lady Buddha statue that is a prominent spiritual and sightseeing landmark for visitors to Son Tra Peninsula.
Route
| By air | Nearest air access is Da Nang International Airport, then continue by road to Son Tra Peninsula |
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| By train |