Hon Ngu Island

Hon Ngu Island is a small coastal island located about 4 kilometers offshore from Cua Lo Beach in Cua Lo town, Nghe An Province, central Vietnam. Comprising two islets, Hon Lon and Hon Nho, it is known for its rocky coastline, small sandy beach, and the historic Hon Ngu Pagoda. The island offers scenic sea views, fishing village scenery, and a tranquil natural setting popular for short boat excursions from the mainland.

Visitors reach Hon Ngu Island by motorboat or canoe from Cua Lo mainland pier in about 20-30 minutes. The island features a rocky shoreline, a small sandy beach area, clear seawater, and forested slopes. The main structure is Hon Ngu Pagoda on the larger islet, with stone paths and steps leading to it. Visitors can walk around the island, swim near the beach, photograph the coastline and Cua Lo townscape, and observe fishing boats offshore. Facilities are minimal and the environment is natural and quiet.

Hon Ngu Island is known for Hon Ngu Pagoda, a Buddhist pagoda originally built in the 13th century during the Tran Dynasty and later restored. The pagoda has historically served as a spiritual site for local fishermen and coastal residents.

The island and its pagoda hold cultural and religious significance for the local fishing community, who visit to pray for safe voyages and good catches. It remains an active Buddhist worship site and a symbol of Cua Lo's maritime culture.