Wednesday, 11/06/2025 10:27 (GMT+7)
Truong Sa archipelago beneath tranquil skies and still waters
During the calm season, the Truong Sa (Spratly) archipelago reveals its peaceful charm and vibrant colors, alongside the soldiers who stand watch day and night to safeguard Vietnam’s seas and skies.
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| The period from March to June is ideal for mainland delegations to visit and encourage officers, soldiers, and residents on the Truong Sa archipelago. |
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| At most islands such as Da Tay A, ships anchor offshore and delegation members transfer to the island by motorboat. |
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| While one soldier stands guard in full concentration, his comrades meet with visitors from the mainland. |
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| A navy soldier stands firm with his gun, guarding the sacred sovereignty of the nation's seas and islands. |
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| A peaceful view of Sinh Ton Island |
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| Peaceful life in the residential area on Sinh Ton Island, home to seven households as of 2025. |
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| Officers and soldiers on Truong Sa Island march proudly under blue skies and the sound of gentle waves. |
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| Da Thi Island is calm during the quiet season, but it faces about 130 days of strong winds each year and is often battered by high waves during storms. |
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| A motorboat glides smoothly through the waves, carrying the delegation to Len Dao island. |
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| A navy soldier serves as navigator, guiding boats to Len Dao. |
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| Co Lin island, about seven nautical miles west of Len Dao, is marked by the deep green of square-fruit barringtonia trees. |
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