About Mui Dien Lighthouse
Mui Dien Lighthouse is a historic coastal lighthouse on Cape Dai Lanh in Hoa Tam Commune, Dong Hoa Town, about 35 km southeast of Tuy Hoa in Dak Lak Province (formerly Phu Yen Province). Built in 1890 on a hill about 110 meters above sea level, it marks the easternmost point of mainland Vietnam. Notable for its French colonial architecture, sunrise views over the East Sea, and panoramic vistas of Bai Mon Beach and Vung Ro Bay.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a 15-20 minute uphill walk on a paved road and stone steps to reach the lighthouse compound on a coastal hill. The site includes the white lighthouse tower, keeper's houses, and a viewing terrace offering 360-degree views of the East Sea, Bai Mon Beach to the north and Vung Ro Bay to the south. The surroundings are rocky cape, forested hills and sandy beach below. Visitors can explore the lighthouse exterior, take photos, and watch sunrise.
Key highlights
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Easternmost point of mainland Vietnam at Cape Dai Lanh
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Historic lighthouse built in 1890 with French colonial architecture
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Panoramic views of Bai Mon Beach, Vung Ro Bay and the East Sea
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Renowned sunrise viewing spot, one of the first places to see sunrise in Vietnam
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Scenic coastal hike from Bai Mon Beach to the lighthouse hilltop
History of Mui Dien Lighthouse
Built in 1890 during the French colonial period to guide ships through the waters off Cape Dai Lanh (Cap Varella). The lighthouse stands on a hill about 110 meters above sea level with light visible for many nautical miles and has been in operation for over a century.
Culture & Context
Considered a symbolic landmark marking the easternmost point of mainland Vietnam and a popular destination for sunrise rituals and national pride, often visited to be among the first to welcome the new day's sunrise.
Route
| By air | Tuy Hoa Airport (TBB) is the nearest airport, about 30-35 km from the lighthouse, then continue by road |
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