Beach Guide

There are many unspoiled, white-sand beaches anywhere in the world. There are, however, not many that can boast of a rich history. One such beach is China Beach, which became well known as an idyllic spot away from the gruesomeness of war.

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During the Vietnam War, thousands of American and Australian servicemen spent their leave surfing the 30-kilometer stretch of beach 7km from the city of Danang. The famed rest and recreation facility was also the subject of a TV series of the same name aired on ABC from 1988 to 1995. Called My Khe by the locals, the beach offers some touristy infrastructure including a picturesque beachfront, the nearby Marble Mountains, the tony Furama hotel, and the Cham historic museum.