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How do you do? If you're feeling bad today, let me recommend a place where you can refresh your mind after a stressful day. So that's why today I come back to introduce to you a place that is the perfect destination to watch both sunset and sunrise in Da Nang city, which is Ban Co Peak. It is not only famous for its beauty that evokes a little sense of nostalgia in the midst of modern life, but also a popular tourist destination that attracts many people. So let me show you some information and photos about this place through my trip!

Where is the Ban Co Peak?

Ban Co Peak is located in Tho Quang ward, Son Tra district, on Da Nang's famous Son Tra peninsula, about 9 kilometers from the city center. It is 700 meters above sea level and is considered the highest place of the city. Crossing the steep route to the top will give you a variety of adventurous experiences. The path up is sometimes open, sometimes hidden by lush plants, but wherever the eye can see it, the scenery is breathtaking. The poetic nature here includes the sea, the mountain, the wind, and the sky.

Which way to go to the Ban Co Peak?

There are two ways to go to the top of the Chess Board:

• The first way is to start from Thuan Phuoc bridge, go along Yet Kieu street, then turn towards the People's Army Barracks, finally follow the trail to the top.

• The second way is to start from the Hoang Sa coastline, go up to Linh Ung pagoda on Son Tra peninsula, from there you follow the trail to reach the top.

For myself, I take the first route to the Ban Co Peak and the second route back down. The first road to the Ban Co Peak gives a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains; the scenery is not as magnificent as the second road, but the path is less steep. If you want to see the gorgeous scenery while going up, choose the second way, I believe that you will be surprised with the beautiful scenery.

There is a roadside stopover, you can stop to rest, and enjoy the breaktaking view. I think you will be impressed by the scenery below, the blur of the sea makes you seem to be lost in paradise. From here, you have to go a bit more to reach the Ban Co Peak.

After a long way, the Ban Co Peak finally came in front of our eyes. To reach the Ban Co Peak, you park your car on the side of the road and climb a steep incline. Standing from above looking down, the whole city is still in the mist and the morning sun is miniature in your eyes. To be released with the clouds and sky at this height, it feels so good. The green of the trees, along with the blue of the sky and crystal sea creates a landscape that is more poetic than ever.

Standing on a par with heaven and earth, you can fully admire the majestic picture of Son Tra mountains and forests. Skyscrapers, bridges across the Han River, and boats floating on the sea can all be seen in the distance, but at different times, you will be treated to a different view.

I recall reading online about De Thich's statue that there are various legends concerning the legend at the Son Tra Peninsula's Ban Co Peak. He descended to Son Tra, where he sat down to rest on a broad stone slab. While the lovely scenery creates a chess board on the sitting stone, which then transforms into a full set of chess. De Thich was walking by for a time and noticed a scene where he was playing chess alone, so he approached to beg for help. Two equal talents, sitting for a few days in a chess game with no end, regardless of victory or defeat. The landscape of Son Tra from above is like an adjunct to the chess scene, just relax, then think about the next move.

You should go early in the morning to be able to watch the sunrise from the East or watch the sun goes down in the west from above the city in the gloaming. If you have the opportunity to come to Da Nang, it will be a waste if you do not try to come here once in your life. Note that it is not recommended to go when it rains because the road has many slopes leading to dangerous slippery. Wish you have a nice journey!