Côn Đảo Prison

This rugged, ocean-facing headland gives dramatic views of crashing waves against steep rock formations.

Enclosed by lush national park forest, this pebble-strewn beach is a popular spot for snorkeling in clear waters.

Accessible via a hidden jungle trail, this secluded sandy cove features turquoise waters and overhanging palms.

Overgrown by tropical vegetation, these stone foundations are the remnants of a French colonial-era agricultural estate.

This historic cow dung pit was infamously used by colonial guards to submerge and torture political prisoners.

Preserved as a historical site, this large stone kiln marks where prisoners were subjected to brutal forced labor burning coral.

Part of the penal colony complex, this camp preserves the harsh isolation cells and iron shackles used on inmates.

This French-built prison section is notorious for its hidden "tiger cages" where prisoners were kept in cramped, barred pits.

Operating from the harbor, this center provides scuba excursions to the archipelago's pristine coral reefs and shipwrecks.

Reached via a coastal road, this elevated observation deck looks out over the vast, blue expanse of the East Sea.

This natural rocky promontory gives sweeping vistas of the island's coastline and incoming ocean swells.

Constructed with white stone, this navigational tower stands prominently on a rocky islet to guide offshore marine traffic.

Unlike sandy shores, this coastal stretch is entirely covered in smooth, naturally rounded basaltic pebbles.

Encompassing marine and forest ecosystems, this sprawling national park is a vital sanctuary for sea turtles and endemic wildlife.

This modest parish church serves the local Catholic community with its simple, yellow-painted facade and peaceful courtyard.

This bustling outdoor night market comes alive in the evening with stalls grilling fresh local seafood and selling island souvenirs.