From Ninh Chu Bridge, Dam Nai emerges with crystal-clear blue waters, glimpses of fishing boats, and rolling mountain ranges. On one side lies the vast expanse of water, and on the other, the coastal landscape with rustic residential communities. In the cool breeze blowing in from the estuary, the scenery here exudes an expansive, peaceful beauty closely intertwined with the rhythm of life of coastal residents.
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| From Ninh Chu Bridge, visitors can take in the wide-open panorama of the estuary. |
On sunny days, the lagoon's surface shimmers with shades of blue, punctuated across the vast space by boats anchored or gliding gently across the water. In the distance, waterfront houses peek out at the foot of the mountains, creating a harmonious picture of nature and human life. From atop the bridge, casting their gaze into the distance, visitors can take in the unique beauty of the lagoon area, where water, mountains, and estuary blend harmoniously in an airy expanse.
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| Boats anchored in the waters of Dam Nai, closely linked to the fishing and aquaculture activities of local residents. |
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| Ninh Chu Bridge spans the entrance of Dam Nai Lagoon, connecting the two shores and serving as a scenic highlight in the coastal countryside landscape. |
Inaugurated in 2014, Ninh Chu Bridge is a transportation structure connecting the two sides of the Dam Nai estuary area, facilitating travel, trade, and daily life for local residents. Over the years, the bridge has not only contributed to connecting coastal communities around the lagoon, but has also become a vantage point for viewing the distinctive landscape of the seaside countryside. From the bridge, the waters of Dam Nai stretch out before the eyes, fishing boats appear dotted across the lagoon, and continuous mountain ranges rise in the distance, creating a scene that is both expansive and tranquil.
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| The waters of Dam Nai shimmer with shades of blue on fine sunny days, blending with the distant mountain landscape. |
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| Baskets of fish caught from Dam Nai, contributing to the livelihood and income of local residents. |
Beyond its scenic value, Dam Nai is also closely tied to the lives and livelihoods of local people. For generations, many households have relied on aquatic resources from fishing and aquaculture. The lagoon is also a harbor for boats, intertwined with the familiar daily livelihoods of coastal residents. Spanning a natural area of approximately 12,000 hectares with a water storage capacity of around 24 million cubic meters, it serves as a habitat for about 320 aquatic species, including black tiger shrimp, swimming crabs, snails, and various fish species. The lagoon's ecosystem helps regulate flooding, balance groundwater resources, and provide aquatic resources to sustain local livelihoods.
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| Fishermen heading out to sea to harvest aquatic resources. |
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| Waterfront residential areas visible at the foot of the mountains, creating a harmonious scene between nature and human life. |
Amid the changes of life, Dam Nai still retains its distinct charm with vast waters, boats setting sail, and rustic shoreline scenery. From Ninh Chu Bridge, that beauty not only evokes a peaceful image of a coastal countryside, but also highlights the value of an ecosystem closely tied to the community.
THANH HIEU
