Residents of Diamond Island and visitors can enjoy a water taxi service to travel from the island in HCM City's District 2 to Mong Bridge in District 1. — VNS Photo

HCM City (Biz Hub) – Diamond Island's residents and visitors can now use a water taxi service to travel from the island in HCM City's District 2 to Mong Bridge in District 1.

The first boat leaves the island at 7.30am and the last one leaves Mong Bridge at 7pm. During weekends they will leave at 9am and 6.50pm respectively. The trip takes 20 minutes.

Besides the water taxis, people can also travel by road to the island.

With three of its sides facing the Sai Gon and Giong Ong To Rivers, the island is described as "the diamond in the mouth of a dragon", which in feng shui is said to bring vitality.

Diamond Island is cut off from the noise and bustle of the city, making it an ideal choice for those who seek a peaceful place to relax after a long tiring day at work.

With almost 85 per cent of its area devoted to greenery, it epitomises the concept of "Luxury in Nature", allowing its inhabitants to contemplate spectacular sunsets, fly kites, play with kids in its large green spaces, barbecue with family and friends and sail when the sun rises. — VNS