Hon Dau Lighthouse

Hon Dau Lighthouse is a historic coastal lighthouse located on Hon Dau Island, about 500 meters off the coast of Van Huong Ward in Do Son District, Hai Phong, Vietnam. Built by the French in 1892 and rebuilt in 1955, it is one of the oldest lighthouses in northern Vietnam. The white stone tower stands amid pine forest, serving as an important navigational aid for vessels entering Hai Phong port and offering panoramic sea views.

Visitors reach Hon Dau Island by a short boat trip from Do Son wharf and can explore the small forested island. The main feature is the white, French-colonial lighthouse tower with its lantern room and keeper's house. Visitors can climb to the top for panoramic views of the Gulf of Tonkin, Do Son coastline and surrounding pine trees. The setting is quiet and natural, with forest paths, rocky shoreline and sea views, suitable for sightseeing and photography.

Hon Dau Lighthouse was constructed in 1892 during the French colonial period to guide ships entering Hai Phong port, a major northern seaport. It was destroyed during the war and rebuilt in 1955. It remains an active navigational aid and is considered one of the oldest and most historically significant lighthouses in Vietnam, reflecting over a century of maritime history.

The lighthouse is a recognized maritime heritage symbol of Hai Phong and Do Son, representing the region's long-standing connection to the sea and navigation. It is a well-known landmark for local fishermen and visitors and is often included in cultural and tourism promotion of Do Son.