Con Son was home to Nguyen Trai (1380–1442), the famed Vietnamese poet, writer and general. Nguyen Trai assisted Emperor Le Loi in his successful battle against the Chinese Ming dynasty in the 15th century. Con Son Pagoda has a temple honouring Nguyen Trai. It’s a strenuous 600-step climb. Alternatively, loop past a spring through pine forests and return down the steps.
