Brutal winds pound our Truong Sa Sea, while waves crash against the shores and seagulls hover overhead. As the rising sun reflects upon the sea, the Truong Sa Island District resembles a sparkling ruby.
When dusk wanes, howling winds encircle the island district, causing the almond blossoms to sway. At night, the miraculous purple and white blossoms are at their loveliest, only to wilt at dawn. Tiny petals bashfully reveal themselves like gorgeous feathers of a peasant dancing in the velvet dark. The fruits of these almond trees resemble pendulous red lanterns.
Following navy sailors through the islands of West Gemini, Grand Truong Sa, Nam Yet, Survival, etc., visitors are over whelmed by the proliferating greenery amidst the silver waves. The islands are home to numerous bird and plant species. Rows of Storm and Hurricane trees stand solemn guard against the waves.
Along the shore, where the sea hums endless lullabies, the curving roofs of pagodas face the East Sea, representing the locals’ wishes for peace and calm. Along with the ancient banyan and lime trees unique to rural pagodas in Vietnam, almond trees also cast their shadows over the pagodas in Truong Sa. At dawn and dusk, sincere locals stop by to ring the pagoda’s bell and light some incense before heading out to sea. They pray for luck, peace and abundant fortune.
Dipped in salty water, warm sun and tropical breezes, our hearts are stirred by, the Motherland’s fine islands. A brief trip to the islands offers many moments to capture the region’s fine beauty. The radiant sun, wind and sky mingle together in honor of the joys of life and the patriotism of our navy sailors. Along with a taste of sea salt, each ship that reaches Truong Sa brings the affection of people on the mainland for our steadfast soldiers – the heroes of our Motherland.
Truong Sa - Lords Of The Waves
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