Bo Naw Island

The name of the grotto is somehow associated with pelicans, allegedly these beautiful birds hid here during storms. In fact, everything is much more prosaic: the phrase “Bo Nau” means “brown pigeon”. And here is the name just a reasonable explanation: earlier, when tourists did not come here, the island was inhabited by thousands of pigeons. The man by his presence disturbed their quiet life, and now only a mention in the title remains of the pigeons.

Bo Nau Grotto is not very large, only about 200 square meters. The entrance to it resembles the open mouth of a mysterious monster, where stalactites form a series of sinister fangs. Vaulted ceilings form a kind of arches. Bizarre stone growths look like figures of some fabulous creatures. Here are three fairies whispering about something, bowing their heads to each other, here are two serious men playing chess, and the third apparently acting as a judge. From the walls and vaults hang stalactites, from the tips of which a salt water drop rarely breaks, allowing stalagmites to reach up. Being inside the grotto, you can observe the panorama of Halong Bay with its islets and fishing boats.