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7. Cua Van, Vietnam, Fishing Village

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Ha Long Bay is home to Cua Van, a picturesque fishing community renowned for being one of the largest floating fishing villages in the region. Accessible only by boat, this unique village offers a glimpse into a way of life closely tied to the sea.

In Cua Van, the residents are predominantly fishermen, living in charming homes constructed on rafts that gently sway with the water. The community thrives on the generosity of the South China Sea, which provides them with a sustainable source of livelihood. Among these floating homes, one can even find a school, highlighting the village's commitment to education and community development.