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Lap An Lagoon Vietnam, The Mirror Between Mountain and Sea

May 30, 2025
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Tucked between the Bach Ma mountains and Lang Co Bay, Lap An Lagoon is a lesser-known marvel of central Vietnam. The brackish water reflects the sky like a mirror, especially at low tide when a narrow sand path emerges across the lagoon.

Suggested Time: Half-day to 1 full day
Best For: Scenic beauty, seafood, photography, introspection

Locals say this lagoon is the place where heaven kisses earth — a mystical portal, especially at sunset. Fishermen still work traditional oyster farms here, and the peace is almost sacred.

Things to Do at Lap An Lagoon :

  • Walk along the sand path at sunset

  • Try local seafood at rustic floating restaurants

  • Pause for quiet journaling or contemplation near the water’s edge

What to Wear: Something breezy and beautiful — this spot begs for flowing dresses or linen shirts. Bring a light jacket for evenings.

Be Mindful Of: Tides and weather. Check local times for when the sand path is accessible.

Conscious Travel Note: Dine at family-owned restaurants and purchase small goods from local vendors to directly support the community.

Fai Mos

Fai is a yoga and meditation teacher, writer, and space holder. A traveller of both inner and outer worlds, she weaves movement, breath, and sound into her offerings, inviting others to pause, breathe, and return to the spaciousness within.

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Fai Mos

Fai is a yoga and meditation teacher, writer, and space holder. A traveller of both inner and outer worlds, she weaves movement, breath, and sound into her offerings, inviting others to pause, breathe, and return to the spaciousness within.

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