"Since there was the Gulf of Tonkin and the sign of humans was spotted in Co To islands, it will be ever pure and bright sky above Co To when the storm is over.
Trees grown on the mountains are seemingly greener, sea water is bluer, and sands are yellower than ever. And, if fish swam away in days of rough sea, now they come back, promising a good haul" – These were written by writer Nguyen Tuan.
The island district is viewed as "Truong Sa in the Gulf of Tonkin". It is the first place where the statue of President Ho Chi Minh was installed when he was still alive. The district is now connected with the national power grid, has well-built infrastructure and stands ready to become a marine tourism paradise.
Article by Tran Minh-Do Giang
