[2025 Ly Son Attraction] Travel Guide for Lý Sơn District (Updated Apr)

#Tyson Location • Lý Sơn Island is located about 30 km off the coast of Quảng Ngãi Province, in central Vietnam. • It belongs to Lý Sơn District, which includes Đảo Lớn (Big Island), Đảo Bé (Little Island), and a few smaller islets. Nicknames & Significance • Often called the “Jeju of Vietnam” due to its volcanic origins and scenic beauty. • Famous as the “Kingdom of Garlic” — it’s renowned for producing a unique, flavorful variety of garlic grown in volcanic soil. Geography & Nature • Formed from five extinct volcanoes, the island has striking geological formations including cliffs, caves, and black volcanic rock beaches. • Notable sites: Thới Lới Mountain, To Vo Gate (a natural lava rock arch), Hang Câu, and Cave Pagoda. Culture & History • Rich in history, especially linked to the Hoàng Sa (Paracel) Flotilla, a historical sea militia that claimed and protected Vietnam’s sovereignty over the Paracel and Spratly Islands. • Many shrines and temples on the island honor these historical missions. Local Life • The main livelihoods are fishing and garlic farming. • Seafood is fresh and abundant; dishes like garlic salad, sea urchin, and grilled squid are local favorites. Getting There - Attractions - Hotels - Food & Restaurants - Shopping -

If anyone asks me about the beauty of the sea and islands, I will tell them about the Garlic Kingdom of Ly Son - a place likened to the Maldives of Vietnam, with wild, majestic scenery and hospitable, friendly people ❤️. Known as the "fairy island" in the middle of the vast ocean, with clear blue water like jade and vast garlic fields, Ly Son is always an attractive destination not to be missed for young people. Oh Ly Son, see you again in the not too distant future... ❤️ #lysonisland #vietnam #travel

A great day experience in Ly Son Island! Mustry!

The experience of walking early in the morning on Ly Son island beach is wonderful.

This beautiful island still has the remains of an ancient volcanic crater on the island near the Quan Am pagoda. #BeautifulIslandofvietnam

Lý Sơn, previously known as Cù Lao Ré, is an insular district of Quảng Ngãi province, lying off the South Central Coast of Vietnam. As in other parts of coastal Vietnam[9] whales are important in local mythology and religion. Around one hundred whale skeletons are kept in temples, the largest and most important of which is in Tan Temple in An Hai Commune.[10] According to a local legend, the 200-year-old skeleton are the remains of Nam Hai Dong Dinh Dai Vuong (the king of whales), the most powerful whale in the East Sea.[10] Whale skeletons are worshiped and huge funerals are held when a stranded whale is found because they are believed to protect fishers while they are at sea.[10]

Ly Son Island- VIET NAM 🇻🇳

Ly Son Island in Quang Ngai Province is one of the most beautiful islands in Vietnam. On the island are the remains of two volcanoes that have long been inactive. If you visit the island, you will see a freshwater reservoir in the crater. In addition, Ly Son is also famous for its single garlic and delicious and cheap seafood such as Huynh De crab and snails. #lysonisland