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Vinh Long
Located between the two branches of the Tien River and the Hau River, Vinh Long is considered the heart of the Mekong Delta, offering visitors a rural travel experience full of charming rivers and unique garden culture.
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Vinh Long Location
Located between the two branches of the Tien River and the Hau River, Vinh Long is considered the heart of the Mekong Delta, offering visitors a rural travel experience full of charming rivers and unique garden culture.
Visitors can travel by many different means such as plane, bus, bus or train to get to Vinh Long. If traveling by plane, visitors will land at Can Tho Airport and then can take a bus or taxi to Vinh Long (about 30km away).
Vinh Long possesses a convenient transportation system with a developed road and waterway network, helping tourists easily travel to attractions in the province. Visitors can rent motorbikes or bicycles to explore the romantic countryside roads, weaving through fruit-filled villages.
Join the Vinh Long tour with Asia Links Travel to immerse yourself in the peaceful garden space, and enjoy the fresh air and delicious specialties. Surely visitors will have unforgettable experiences in this "fruit land" in their upcoming Vietnam tour.
The Cai Be Floating Market is one of the most popular attractions in Vinh Long
The best time to visit Vinh Long
Vinh Long, the famous “fruit land” in the Mekong Delta, welcomes visitors with four seasons: Spring - Summer - Fall - Winter, each season has its beauty, promising impressive garden travel experiences.
Spring (January - March)
Vinh Long wears the brilliant colors of apricot blossoms, peach blossoms, and chrysanthemums blooming, signaling a warm spring. This is the best time to visit Vinh Long, visitors can immerse themselves in the traditional festival atmosphere, and participate in unique cultural activities such as picking apricot blossoms, going to the spring flower market, and enjoying special dishes on the Tet holiday.
Summer (April - June)
Summer is the fruit season in Vinh Long. Visitors will be immersed in the lush fruit gardens, enjoy fresh fruit right in the garden, experience fruit picking, and learn about the daily work of gardeners.
Fall (July - September)
Autumn brings cool, fresh air to Vinh Long. Visitors can participate in interesting activities such as boating on the river, visiting traditional craft villages, and experiencing the simple garden life.
Winter (October - December)
Vinh Long has little rain in the winter, suitable for tourists to visit famous tourist destinations such as Ong Pagoda, An Binh Island, My Long Ecotourism Area, etc. Visitors can also enjoy delicious dishes.
Eat winter specialties such as fish sauce hotpot, grilled snakehead fish, mussel pancakes, etc.
Vinh Long - a destination not to be missed for tourists who love to explore the beauty of river gardens and unique Southern culture. Hopefully, with the above information from Asia Links Travel, you can choose the best time to visit Vinh Long for yourself.
Let's experience four seasons of flowers and fruits, and river gardens in Vinh Long!
Things to do in Vinh Long
Vinh Long, the land known as the "fruit kingdom" of the Mekong Delta, always welcomes visitors with its rich garden beauty and impressive tourist attractions.
Coming to Vinh Long, visitors will be immersed in the peaceful river space, discover unique cultural features, and enjoy delicious specialties.
Here are some places to visit in Vinh Long that you should not miss on your Vietnam tour.
1. My Thuan Bridge
Standing proudly on the romantic Tien River, My Thuan Bridge is the first cable-stayed bridge in Vietnam, giving visitors a breathtaking view of the charming river scenery.
Walking on the bridge, you will feel the excitement of garden life and the majestic beauty of the bridge.
Among the many places to visit in Vinh Long, My Thuan Bridge is a must-see for any traveler seeking stunning landscapes and a taste of local life.
My Thuan Bridge in Vinh Long, Vietnam
2. Tra On Floating Market
At dawn, the Tra On floating market, which is situated alongside the calm Hau River, comes to life. To fully enjoy the rhythm of river life, you should wake up early to catch up with market activities such as boats selling goods, breakfast food, coffee, etc.
Try it once to enjoy a hot bowl of beef noodle soup while blowing on the boat, sipping a glass of Vietnamese white coffee, and watching the sunrise!
Add this vibrant floating market to your list of must-see places to visit in Vinh Long.
3. Ong Pagoda
Ong Pagoda is one of the oldest and most famous pagodas in Vinh Long. This place attracts tourists with its unique architecture imbued with Chinese culture, with a peaceful atmosphere and sacred historical stories.
If you're seeking spiritual tranquility, Ong Pagoda is undoubtedly one of the top places to visit in Vinh Long.
4. Mang Thit Brick Kiln
For many generations, the Mang Thit ceramic tile craft village has been situated on the Co Chien River. Formerly, the craft village was referred to as a "Brick Kiln Kingdom". In addition to providing a significant source of income for brick kilns, the production of ceramic bricks in this area boosts the economic efficiency of Vinh Long province overall and Mang Thit specifically.
It also helps to create jobs and stable incomes for the local populace. After enduring numerous ups and downs, this kingdom eventually evolved into "Mang Thit Contemporary Heritage" and is now a well-liked travel destination.
5. Cai Cuong Ancient House
Stepping into Cai Cuong Ancient House, visitors seem to be lost in an ancient space with unique architecture, filled with historical imprints. The house was built in 1885 and is a place to store precious artifacts, reflecting the lives of local people in the past.
Among the many fascinating places to visit in Vinh Long, visitors can explore these houses and learn about the culture and customs of the Southern people.
6. An Binh Island
An Binh Island, a small island in the middle of the Co Chien River, is one of the locations that specializes in supplying Vinh Long's districts and city with a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
An Binh Island is not just known for its verdant fruit gardens but also for its ecotourism, offering a plethora of attractions like the Tien Chau pagoda and Mr. Muoi Day's stilt house. As a result, an increasing number of visitors come here to unwind and have fun.
Traveling by boat from Vinh Long City to An Binh Island is an interesting experience as well. You can take in the expansive view of the fertile Southern rivers while traveling.
7. Vinh Sang Tourist Area
The Vinh Sang tourist area is a great place to go if you enjoy the outdoors and want to spend some quiet time in a serene garden setting. Visitors can visit the fruit-laden fruit garden, experience fruit picking, and enjoy fresh fruit right at the garden.
In addition to being one of the top places to visit in Vinh Long, Vinh Sang also offers a variety of recreational activities.
For instance, visitors can also participate in recreational activities such as boating through the nipa palm trees, fishing, canoeing, etc.
Vinh Sang Tourist Area - a hot spot in Vinh Long Province
8. Vinh Long Museum
Vinh Long City's museum is situated in front of the Co Chien River tourist wharf, across from An Binh Island, which is home to abundant orchards. One of the must-visit places in Vinh Long, the museum grounds boast many ancient trees recognized as “Vietnamese historical and cultural relic trees” blending with the exhibition buildings to create an overall ancient, open, shady space.
The museum has long become a place for entertainment and community activities, an attraction for the public to research, study, visit, and travel.
9. Sau Tan Fruit Garden
Sau Tan Fruit Garden is one of the largest fruit gardens in Vinh Long, this place is known as the “fruit kingdom” with more than 50 different types of fruit. Visitors can visit the fruit garden, learn about the process of growing and caring for fruit, experience seasonal fruit picking, and enjoy fresh fruit right at the garden.
Included among the best places to visit in Vinh Long, Sau Tan offers a truly immersive agricultural experience.
10. Hoang Hao Eco-tourism Area
Hoang Hao eco-tourism area is a prominent tourist destination in Vinh Long with an area of up to 68 hectares. A top choice for places to visit in Vinh Long, this place has a variety of entertainment services suitable for both adults and children.
Furthermore, the eco-tourism area also has a typical fruit garden in the Southern region to satisfy visitors' appetites.
Each location has its beauty, promising to bring visitors unforgettable experiences. Plan your trip to Vinh Long now to explore and fully enjoy the beauty of this land!
Things to buy
Vinh Long is not only famous for its beautiful landscape of river gardens but also possesses many delicious and attractive specialty gifts, suitable for tourists to buy as gifts for relatives and friends.
Let's explore some “famous” specialties of Vinh Long with Asia Links Travel!
Banh Tet with Three Fillings
In Vinh Long, there is a very delicious specialty Banh Tet called banh tet with 3 fillings. This is also a specialty that is extremely loved by many tourists. Banh Tet is easy to transport, without fear of damage whether you travel by motorbike, bus, or plane. If you eat too much of this dish, you will get bored, so you can divide it into small portions to give as gifts to relatives and friends.
Banh Tet with three fillings - a famous specialty in Vinh Long
Thanh Tra
Thanh Tra is a specialty fruit of Vinh Long, loved by tourists because of its sweet and sour taste, cool, and good for cooling. Thanh Tra fruit can be enjoyed directly, made into juice, smoothies, or processed into many delicious dishes such as Thanh Tra salad. Thanh Tra Vinh Long is a small but meaningful gift.
Nam Roi Grapefruit
Nam Roi Grapefruit is famous for its thin skin, even segments, succulence, sweet taste, and few seeds. Nam Roi Grapefruit can be enjoyed directly or made into salads, juices, jams, etc. Nam Roi Grapefruit is a "sweet" and nutritious gift, bringing health to the recipient.
Ri 6 Durian
Ri 6 Durian is a popular durian variety grown in Vinh Long, known as the "King" of durians because of its delicious, greasy, rich flavor. Ri 6 Durian has a high price but good quality, suitable for giving as a gift to special people.
Ri 6 Durian in Vinh Long - the "King" of durians
Rice Paper Vinh Long
The reason why Rice Paper here is classified as a Vinh Long specialty is because the quality is perfect, the rice paper is soft, has a moderate salty taste, and ensures hygiene. In particular, the cake is made by hand with 100% rice flour and does not use chemicals.
Come to Vinh Long and don't forget to buy these specialty gifts as gifts for relatives and friends after the Vietnam tour package!
DOS AND DON’TS
DO’S
- Interact and learn from local people about their lives and culture.
- Enjoy culinary specialties at local eateries.
- Shopping at traditional craft villages.
- Learn about and buy handicraft products such as ceramics, wickerwork, embroidery, etc.
- Participate in cultural activities and local festivals.
- Maintain clean landscape and environment.
DON’TS
- Travel during the rainy season.
- Drinking water directly from the tap is not hygienic.
- Bargain too much when shopping at local markets.
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