Chàm Islands
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The Cham Islands (Vietnamese: Cù lao Chàm) constitute a group of 8 small islands of Quảng Nam, which form a part of the Cu Lao Cham Marine Park, a world Biosphere Reserve recognized by UNESCO, in the South China Sea (East Sea) in Vietnam.[1] The islands are approachable from Cửa Đại beach. The islands are also recognized as Vietnam's national scenic site.[2][3]
Cham Islands
Cù lao Chàm | |
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Coordinates: 15°57′14.8″N 108°31′20.6″E | |
Country | Vietnam |
Area | |
• Total | 6 sq mi (15 km2) |
Elevation | 600 ft (200 m) |
Population | |
• Total | 3,000 |
Time zone | UTC+7 |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+7 |
The islands grouped under the Cham Islands are: the Hòn Lao (Pearl), Hòn Dài (long), Hòn Mồ (tomb), Hòn Khô mẹ, Hòn Khô con (dry), Hòn Lá (leaf), Hòn Tai (ear) and Hòn Ông (east wind). The Cham Islands are under the administration of Tân Hiệp Commune of Hội An city in Quảng Nam Province.[4]
The occupation of the people of the islands is mainly fishing.[5]
Cu Lao Cham Islands' ancient landscape offers many sand beaches, forested hills and the sea. Facilities for camping, swimming and scuba diving are available. The corals and marine life are an attraction in these island waters.[6]