{"title":"Spratly","description":"\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Giới Thiệu Về Quần Đảo Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Gi_i_Thi_u_V_Qu_n_D_o_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729068969\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are one of Vietnam's largest and most important archipelagos, located in the southeastern part of the East Sea. With their geostrategic location, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e not only hold economic and environmental value but also bear immense significance for sovereignty and national defense. If you're wondering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhich province the Spratlys belong to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the answer is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKhanh Hoa province\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. However, this archipelago doesn't solely belong to any single province but is the common property of the entire Vietnamese nation, intrinsically linked with patriotism and the responsibility to protect its seas and islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comprise numerous small islands, submerged reefs, and coral reefs, known for their pristine beauty yet also challenging due to harsh natural conditions. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, along with the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParacel Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, are two crucial archipelagos in Vietnam's sea and island system and have long been the subject of international disputes. However, under international law, both the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParacel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fall under Vietnam's sovereignty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you ask \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhere the Spratlys are located\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this archipelago lies approximately 250-500km from the mainland. From \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCam Ranh city\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Khanh Hoa province, you can reach the islands of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Archipelago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by naval vessel, with a distance of 250 to 400 km.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamous Tourist Attractions in the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Các Địa Điểm Tham Quan Nổi Tiếng Tại Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Cac_D_a_Di_m_Tham_Quan_N_i_Ti_ng_T_i_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729068974\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough a remote and difficult-to-access area, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e still offer fascinating destinations rich in history and the culture of its seas and islands:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTruong Sa Lon Island (Spratly Island Proper)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/D_o_Tr_ng_Sa_L_n.jpg?v=1729068999\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the largest island in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly archipelago\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, serving as a base for Vietnamese naval forces. The island features structures such as pagodas, memorials, and national defense fortifications, standing as a testament to the nation's resilient defense of its sovereignty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGac Ma Reef (Johnson South Reef)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Bai_da_G_c_Ma.jpg?v=1729069002\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis was the site of a historic battle in 1988, where 64 Vietnamese naval soldiers sacrificed their lives in the struggle to defend the island. It is a destination not only to commemorate the fallen heroes but also a symbol of patriotism and determination to protect maritime sovereignty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoral Reefs in the Spratlys\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/R_n_san_ho_t_i_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069006\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe coral ecosystem in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is incredibly rich, home to many rare marine species. Diving to admire the coral is one of the unique experiences for those fortunate enough to visit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistory of the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Lịch Sử Quần Đảo Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/L_ch_S_Qu_n_D_o_Tr_ng_S.jpg?v=1729069047\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e have long been an inseparable part of Vietnam. According to historical documents, from the 17th century, Vietnamese dynasties carried out various activities of exploitation and protection of this archipelago. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e were also an important strategic point in wars to protect maritime sovereignty. Many generations of Vietnamese people have sacrificed to firmly hold every inch of land, every submerged reef, every coral reef of this archipelago.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn particular, historical events related to conflicts in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEast Sea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and disputes with other countries have affirmed the importance of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParacel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in protecting territorial integrity. Currently, the situation in the East Sea remains complex, but with the determination and efforts of the military and the people, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly sovereignty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is always protected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEconomy of the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Kinh Tế Quần Đảo Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Kinh_T_Qu_n_D_o_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069063\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlthough the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are located in a remote area, they possess vast economic potential due to rich marine resources. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are in an area with abundant seafood, making it ideal for catching fish, shrimp, crabs, and squid. Fishermen from various regions come here to exploit marine resources, while also contributing significantly to the protection of the nation's seas and islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditionally, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are situated near important shipping lanes, which helps promote trade and the development of Vietnam's maritime economy. However, economic development in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e also faces many challenges due to harsh natural conditions and the always-potential risks in the East Sea security situation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeather in the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Thời Tiết Ở Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Th_i_Ti_t_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069081\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e have a tropical monsoon climate with an average annual temperature ranging from 25-29°C. The weather here is quite harsh, with a rainy season lasting from May to October, accompanied by large storms. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are located in an area affected by many storms from the East Sea, making living and working here extremely difficult.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHowever, during the dry season months, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sea becomes calm, with clear blue waters, which is very favorable for marine resource exploitation and the construction of infrastructure on the islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTransportation to the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Phương Tiện Di Chuyển Đến Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Ph_ng_Ti_n_Di_Chuy_n_D_n_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069099\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraveling to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is not easy due to the archipelago's remote location. Currently, only a few military vessels and fishing boats travel to the archipelago from the mainland, usually departing from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCam Ranh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNha Trang\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ports. The travel time from the mainland to the islands usually takes 1 to 2 days, depending on weather conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditionally, every year, the government also organizes trips to visit and work in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for delegations, officials, and journalists. This is an opportunity for Vietnamese people to witness firsthand the lives of soldiers and residents on the islands, as well as to better understand the efforts to protect the nation's maritime sovereignty.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCuisine in the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Ẩm Thực Tại Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/m_Th_c_T_i_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069130\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue to its unique geographical conditions, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecuisine in the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mainly consists of fresh seafood dishes. Dishes made from fish, shrimp, squid, and other seafood are directly harvested by fishermen from the East Sea, bringing the fresh, rich flavors of the ocean. However, life on the islands is not always easy; food sources other than seafood often have to be transported from the mainland, making meals simple and economical.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDespite limited conditions, meals on the islands still embody the spirit of solidarity and optimism of the island soldiers. They share simple meals together, filled with love and unwavering determination to protect the homeland's seas and islands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccommodation Services in the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Các Dịch Vụ Lưu Trú Tại Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/Cac_D_ch_V_L_u_Tru_T_i_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069146\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrently, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e do not offer accommodation services like other tourist destinations due to the archipelago's special military and national security status. Trips to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratlys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e are usually only for delegations or those involved in tasks protecting the seas and islands. However, in the future, there may be plans to develop eco-tourism combined with natural resource conservation here.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003elocaltrips.org Provides Tour Information and Tourist Destinations in the Spratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"localtrips.org Cung Cấp Thông Tin Tour, Địa Điểm Du Lịch Tại Trường Sa\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/files\/localtrips.org_Cung_C_p_Thong_Tin_Tour_D_a_Di_m_Du_L_ch_T_i_Tr_ng_Sa.jpg?v=1729069160\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you want to learn more about visiting the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpratly Islands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, you can visit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elocaltrips.org\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The website provides detailed information about official trips, how to join island-bound delegations, as well as activities to visit and support officials, soldiers, and residents on the islands. Additionally, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elocaltrips.org\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e also offers information about other attractive destinations in Vietnam, helping you plan a perfect travel itinerary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/9925\/0309\/collections\/at_truong-sa-diem-den-cua-moi-nguoi-dan-viet-nam_e1d0ac1d99ef15c8ca02cf9adcedf142.jpg?v=1729069188","url":"https:\/\/localtrips.org\/en\/collections\/truong-sa.oembed","provider":"Local Trips","version":"1.0","type":"link"}