Ho Quoc Pagoda is next on the list. It is probably one of the most beautiful temples I’ve ever seen in my life. The view is spectacular!
The temple is looking out to the water, and was built by a government official. We also got another family photo.
Then we got a bunch more photos of the beautiful temple. Lotus is one of the signs of Buddhism because despite being in bog and mud, the mud does not stick to it. It symbolizes that even though you are around negativity and bad things, you should not let it affect you and influence you. You should remain good and pure despite your surroundings.
How can I do a Phu Quoc post without Phu Quoc dishes? So here they are. Phu Quoc is an island so of course there has to be seafood. Considering there are so may types of fish and I’m not a fish expert or a translator, I can’t translate fish names, so bear with me. This is from My Lan on Star beach (Bien Sao) From top clockwise: Salad with raw salted fish, which is a Phu Quoc specialty. Then comes chicken with a slightly spicy marinate, shrimp in a spicy peanut sauce, the black pot is fish braised in fish sauce a household favorite of mine, sour fish hot pot, Rose Myrtle wine, a must drink in Phu Quoc, then comes green beans and pork in a simple sauté, and lastly the picture of the spread. Delicious!
The day ends with Phu Quoc beaches. This is Star Beach and it was booming with activity. Boats, all the latest water sports and an area for kids.
After these beautiful fun pictures it was the typical monsoon downpour. It rained like there is no tomorrow, then it stops and we head to the car in mud. Hmmm….it feels like home in Washington State.
Meaningful Tea 