The beach itself is kept in pristine condition, as is the waterfront park with its stone sculptures and lazy palms. The stunning sands are ideal for swimming, water sports and diving, as well as simply strolling along the promenade. The resort is a key spot for beach lovers, and can offer up an enjoyable couple of days for any traveller seeking a simple seaside break.

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2km north of the city at the mouth of the river lie some of the best-preserved ruins in the whole of Vietnam – the Po Nagar Towers. The Cham people, who once ruled central Vietnam, worshipped Hindu gods and were renowned for their architecture and sculpting skills. It is still a mystery to this day how exactly the Cham people built their impressive structures, as they used some form of vegetable-based mortar to join the bricks together, producing buildings with a seamless appearance. The towers of Po Nagar seem like strange alien forms in their hillside location, especially when compared to the modern landscape of Nha Trang city.

After a long morning exploring ancient lifestyles, perhaps you’d like to relax at the Thap Ba Hot Springs. The mud and mineral baths at the springs are famous for their healing and therapeutic powers, with claims that the 38 degrees, mud-filled baths can cure ailments from joint disease to leprosy. After your unusual dip, cool off in one of the revitalising mineral water swimming pools.

Back in the city centre things are a bit livelier. A walk on the beach may greet you with aromas of sweet and smoky shellfish, as Vietnamese ladies sell lobster and fruit. The crustaceans are glazed in a spicy chilli sauce and then grilled on an open barbecue. To buy some fresh seafood yourself, set your alarm for early and check out the Nha Trang market which sells freshly caught fish as well as the famous dried squid.

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