Can To City
Can Tho, the “capital” of the Mekong Delta, is renowned for its unique local culture. With its pristine riverine ecosystem, abundant fruit orchards, and distinctive indigenous culture, it’s the perfect choice to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.
Soc Trang Ward is a precious gem of the Southwestern region of Vietnam, distinguished by its unique cultural blend of the Kinh, Khmer, and Chinese ethnic groups. This land captivates visitors with its magnificent Angkor-style temples, pristine nature reserves, and renowned cuisine.
Ecotourism and River & Culture Experiences
- Con Son Island: Experience rustic community tourism, try your hand at making traditional cakes, and witness the unique “flying snakehead fish.”
- My Khanh Tourist Village: A large ecotourism area recreating the atmosphere of the Mekong Delta with folk games, fruit orchards, and fun pig racing.
- Bang Lang Stork Garden: Home to thousands of storks and rare birds, most beautiful during the flood season.
- Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve: A wetland ecological paradise with rich flora and fauna, experience a boat ride through the mangrove forest.
- Nga Bay – Phung Hiep Floating Market: A unique cultural feature of riverine trade, where you can enjoy food right on the boats.
- Cai Rang Floating Market: A bustling wholesale market on the river, operating from early morning (4:30 – 8:00). You can enjoy noodle soup and coffee right on the boats.
- Ninh Kieu Wharf & Pedestrian Bridge (Love Bridge): The city’s most vibrant nightlife center, offering stunning views of the Hau River.
- Binh Thuy Ancient House: A house over 100 years old with a unique blend of Eastern and Western architecture, once the setting for many famous films.
- Kittyd & Minnied Amusement Park: The largest modern amusement park in the Mekong Delta region with magnificent European architecture.
- Tu Sang Bamboo Road: A romantic, shady check-in spot, offering a peaceful feeling.
- The Miracle Light Park: A place that recreates miniature ancient wonders and features a water fountain show in the evening.
- Nga Nam Floating Market: Experience a bustling trading market on the river, where five waterways converge.
- Tan Long Stork Garden: Home to thousands of storks and many other bird species, offering a peaceful atmosphere typical of the Mekong Delta.
- Ho Be Lake: A beautiful, pristine beach in Vinh Chau town, ideal for camping and sightseeing.
- My Phuoc Island Tourist Area: Experience eco-tourism in the orchards, enjoying fresh fruit right on the island.
- Bat Pagoda (Ma Toc): Distinguished by its ancient Khmer architecture and home to thousands of large fruit bats within its grounds.
- Som Rong Pagoda: A popular check-in spot for young people, featuring a giant outdoor reclining Buddha statue.
- Chen Kieu Pagoda (Sa Lon): A unique pagoda decorated with thousands of pieces of ceramic bowls and plates covering the walls, creating a striking visual effect.
- Clay Pagoda (Buu Son Tu): An elaborate handcrafted work with thousands of Buddha statues and pagoda pillars made from clay
Must-Try Local Specialties
Don’t forget to try the signature dishes of the Mekong Delta:
- Banh Cong (rice flour cake): Crispy crust, savory shrimp and meat filling, served with fresh vegetables.
- Lau Ca Linh (fish hotpot with water hyacinth): A signature dish of the flood season.
- Nem Nuong Cai Rang (grilled pork skewers) & Banh Xeo (Vietnamese savory pancake)
- Cau Duc Pineapple: A famous pineapple variety known for its sweet and refreshing taste, served with chili salt.
- Ca Thac Lac Cuom (striped snakehead fish): A renowned specialty prepared in many delicious dishes such as snakehead fish patties and snakehead fish hotpot with bitter melon.
- Ca Lac Nuong Trui (grilled snakehead fish): A rustic dish, typical of the Mekong Delta, served with fresh vegetables and fermented fish sauce.
- Soc Trang Pia Cake: A famous specialty with a thin, multi-layered crust and rich durian and salted egg filling
- Nuoc Leo Noodle Soup: A perfect combination of fermented fish sauce (from snakehead/sac fish), roasted pork, shrimp, and snakehead fish, with a distinct local flavor.
- Tube-shaped cakes: A fragrant snack with the aroma of pandan leaves, and a rich, creamy taste of coconut milk and sesame seeds.
