Cu Lao Cham - Hoi An has been recognized as a World Biosphere Reserve by the International Coordinating Council of UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere Program due to its distinctive and outstanding values, such as mangrove forests, traditional craft villages, and the ancient town of Hoi An.
The International Coordinating Council of UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere Programme has recognised Cu Lao Cham - Hoi An as a World Biosphere Reserve due to its distinctive and outstanding value.
A ceremony was held by the People’s Committee of Hoi An city, the central province of Quang Nam, on May 23 to mark 15 years since Cu Lao Cham - Hoi An was recognised as a world biosphere reserve by UNESCO.
With an intact ecosystem and natural environment, Cu Lao Cham in central Quang Nam province has emerged as an appealing attraction for domestic and foreign tourists whenever they visit the ancient city of Hoi An.
Rescuers had by 5:30pm February 26 saved 22 and found the bodies of 13 dead victims after a passenger boat sank offshore Cua Dai Beach in Hoi An ancient town in central Quang Nam province earlier the same day.
The central province of Quang Nam has been paid due attention to the development of tourism infrastructure as the locality is looking to develop sustainable sea and island tourism products.
The Management Board of the Cham Island Marine Protected Area in Hoi An city in central Quang Nam province finished a clean-up of the seabed to protect coral reefs in the waters of Cu Lao Cham (Cham Islands) on March 8 after a couple of days.
Tourism in Cu Lao Cham Island in general and coral diving in particular has attracted more tourists, contributing to the development of the tourism sector in the island
Hai Tang Pagoda is an ancient pagoda on Cu Lao Cham Island in Hoi An Ancient Town, central Quang Nam Province. It was built in 1758 to worship the Buddha and gods.
Lying 18 km offshore from Hoi An Ancient Town, the Cham Islands (named locally as Cu Lao Cham) are bestowed with beautiful sand beaches, forested hills, and breathtaking landscapes.
Numerous activities will take place in central Quang Nam province to celebrate the 20th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of the ancient town of Hoi Ann and My Son Sanctuary as world heritage sites, the 10th anniversary of UNESCO’s recognition of Cu Lao Cham as a world biosphere reserve.
Cu Lao Cham – Hoi An in the central province of Quang Nam has celebrated its 10th anniversary of UNESCO recognition as a world biosphere reserve for its rich biodiversity.
Ten years ago, Cu Lao Cham - Hoi An was recognised by UNESCO as a world biosphere reserve. According to UNESCO, the reserve shows a clear proof of the connection and harmony between nature and people.
Cu Lao Cham (Cham islands), Quang Nam province, welcomes some 700 tourists daily. The number of tourists to the islands even climbs to 1,500 – 2,000 during summer days.
