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The Cham Islands are a cluster of islands in Tan Hiep Commune, Hoi An City, Quang Nam Province. About 15 kilometres offshore from Cua Dai Beach, the Cham Islands are recognised as a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. The Cham Islands constitute 8 islands namely Hon Lao (Pearl Island), Hon Dai (Long Island), Hon Mo (Tomb Island), Hon Kho me (Dry Island – mother), Hon Kho con (Dry Island –

child), Hon La (Leaf Island), Hon Tai (Ear Island) and Hon Ong (Man Island). The total population of the Cham Islands is approximately 3,000. Each time visiting the Cham Islands, I had different feelings. On my first time to the Cham Islands, I felt overwhelmed by the great space while the sky was in harmony with the sea and the forest. For the second time, I was excited diving in the blue sea, watching the breathtaking coral reefs or joining night squid fishing trip. The third time, I came here for love. I love the local habitants who are protecting and preserving the islands with their endless love and faith. The Cham Islands are a historical and cultural relic closely related to the establishment and development of the urban town and trading harbour of Hoi An. There are many relics of Sa Huynh culture, Cham Pa culture and Dai Viet culture. Architecture structures of the Viet and Cham peoples here date back hundreds of years. The Cham Islands are attractive to visitors thanks to year-round cool weather and diverse flora and fauna. The coral reefs in the marine area of the Cham Islands are highly appreciated and listed in the World’s Red Book of Endangered Species. According to Mr Jackie Han, Deputy Director ofHoabinhtourist & Convention, visitors to Quang Nam Province make up a large proportion of the domestic tours of the company. As the Cham Islands are a World Biosphere Reserve, people come here to relax, go snorkelling, discover the life of local people and enjoy the unspoilt beauty of the islands.