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After many years of vacancy, Do Son Casino—once a symbol of entertainment and tourism in Hai Phong—will be repurposed as the Hai Phong International Conference, Trade and Tourism Center. The casino site is located on the Do Son peninsula and has been out of operation for years, with parts of the facility deteriorating.
According to information from the Do Son Ward People’s Committee, the casino has remained idle for years, and many areas are in disrepair. The management is required to place warning signs at the main lobby.
Behind the casino, a stone staircase leads down to the beach. From above, the roof’s orange tiles have been damaged in multiple areas, while corridors are covered with moss.
Do Son Casino was inaugurated in 1995 with total investment of 34 million USD. The facility was built in stone and spans thousands of square meters, featuring architecture reminiscent of medieval European castles. From a distance, the casino resembles a castle.
At present, the entire area of Do Son Casino falls within the Hai Phong International Conference, Trade and Tourism Center project, which is expected to begin on the 71st anniversary of Hai Phong’s liberation (13 May 1955 – 13 May 2026).
The project has a total investment of more than 2,110 billion VND, with Hai Phong International Tourism Joint Venture Co. as the investor.
The project’s architecture is designed with a modern imprint, inspired by the “gold bar” symbol, representing prosperity and sustainable development.
Planned components include a large-scale conference and symposium center; a commercial area and hotel; and luxury travel services with high-end amenities.
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