Cu Lao Cham

Following the first marine protected area in Vietnam was built in Hon Mun (Khanh Hoa) in 2000, with the help of the Danish government, a second protected area network of marine protected areas Vietnam recently established at Cham island waters (Quang Nam apply) dedicated to the conservation area includes eight islands and 5.175ha water, with about 165 reefs, 500ha grass beds, sea grass and species high-value seafood live.
 

 

Scientists have found at Cham Island 135 types of coral, including 6 species was first recorded in Vietnam's waters; 202 species of fish; 4 and 84 lobsters and mollusks.

In recent years, Cu Lao Cham is known as one of the interesting sights of the visitors. Charming scenery along with the hospitality of the local people has been coastal islands attract travelers feelings everywhere. Cu Lao Cham is such as has not been honed jewel between sea with quiet beauty, pristine natural scenery and cultural values ​​long history. The famous monuments such as Hai Tang Pagoda, Well Care Prohibition neighbors, Temple ancestor Yen, Lang Thanh Hoang, etc. are testament to the flourishing of the ancient Cham and Vietnamese people thousands of years ago. Among them, there are 7 sites are recognized by the State as a national monument in 2007. With this monument, along with the lives of people, visitors can feel the contemporary culture combined harmony with Champa culture and ancient culture of Vietnam.

Where no such alluring beauty Cham Island by air between the majestic chapel of the mountains and the cool gentle strokes of blue sea wave. A place with full existence typical habitats of ecosystems both on land and underwater.

With the above advantages, and especially when Cham Island is a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, Cu Lao Cham has obtained a large amount of tourists, both domestic and international. However, profits from tourism activities has not really contributed to improving the lives of local people and contribute positively to the conservation of natural resources of the MPA.