In a somewhat large expanse of open sea, the island
seems to grow up from the bottom of the deep emerald waters. At sunset,
the Titov island with the height of over 10 m is bright red and in a
somewhat lottery position. Their tiny legs support heavy bodies, and it
appears that one strong wave could throw the two stone blocks into the
sea. However, hundreds of millions of years have passed, and the Trong
Mai is still there. The image of the islet is the logo of Halong Bay and
Vietnam Tourism.
November 22,
1962, this tiny island had the honour of receiving a visit from
astronaut Ghermann Titov, a hero of the former Soviet Union, accompanied
by President Ho Chi Minh. To perpetuate the remembrance of their visit,
Uncle Ho named the place Titov Island. It has now become an attractive
beach for tourists and has various of tourist services.
Thirty-five
years afterwards, on June 27, 1997, Titov returned to the island having
his name. Deeply moved, he wrote in the souvenir book of the Management
Board of Halong Bay: "My deepest thanks to destiny, which has allowed
me to come back to this tiny island". It has become a beach attracting
many visitors.
From about 14km east of Bai Chay
is Titov Beach. It takes the shape of a crescent encompassing the
island. Small though it might be, it wins kudos for its quiet and airy
atmosphere, its clean and clear waters, as well as its alluring
landscape. At present, there has a bar in the island which also provides
swimming costumes, floats and lukewarm shower. Fresh water was carried
to the island from inland. Titov Beach has become a popular tourist
destination.
More details at http://www.reddragoncruise.com/guide/islands/titov-island
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