Quan Lan Pagoda

Bai Tu Long Bay


The only attraction within Quan Lan Town itself is this beautiful 200-year-old pagoda, flanked by the town's communal house and a temple, all of which are open to visitors.

Opposite the complex is the town's main fish market (4am to 7am).


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