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Your journey cannot miss the coastal city of Hà Tiên, the U Minh Thượng forest, or the emerald island of Phú Quốc.
Explore 5 hidden gems for endless fun in Kiên Giang
Being a coastal province of the Mekong Delta, Kiên Giang is more than 250 km southwest of Ho Chi Minh City. When traveling to Kiên Giang, visitors can explore various archipelagos with long beaches or pristine forests, limestone mountains, or visit ancient temples.
Phú Quốc Island
Phú Quốc, known as the pearl island, is the largest island in Vietnam. Apart from its famous beaches like Sao Beach and Kem Beach, the island boasts a national park with unique plant species, Da Ban stream, Tranh stream with untouched landscapes. Visitors should also visit pepper gardens and savor delicious local dishes on the island.
Discover Rạch Giá City
Rạch Giá stands as the sole coastal city in the Mekong Delta region, serving as the administrative, cultural, and economic hub of Kiên Giang province.
Exploring Kiên Giang, when in Rạch Giá, don't miss the iconic Tam Quan gate, the city's welcoming entrance boasting impressive architecture. During the day, visitors can pay a visit to the Nguyen Trung Truc temple or stroll along the newly developed urban area along Tôn Đức Thắng coastal road, witnessing the sunset gradually fading over the sea entrance on 3/2 bridge. As the city lights up, you can wander through the local markets, savor various dishes, or engage in conversations with friends at a café in the city center.
If time permits, you can also visit the tomb of Phan Thi Rang (the character Sister Su in the novel Hon Dat by writer Anh Duc), located 37 km from Rạch Giá City.
U Minh Thượng Forest
Situated 60 km south of Rạch Giá City, U Minh Thượng National Park is one of the three core zones of the Mũi Cà Mau Biosphere Reserve, recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 2009.
U Minh Thượng features a mangrove tropical forest with a diverse ecosystem of flora and fauna. It's an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor activities enthusiasts.
Explore Hà Tiên Town
Blessed by nature, Hà Tiên boasts many beautiful landscapes such as Thạch Động, Đèn Mountain, Nai Cape, and more. Additionally, it has architectural landmarks deeply rooted in culture such as Phật Đà Pagoda, Mạc Family Temple, Phù Dung Ancient Pagoda, and milestone 314, the final border marker on land between Vietnam and Cambodia that many adventurers seek to conquer.
While in Hà Tiên, don't miss out on delicious specialties like bun ken (noodle soup with crab), sticky rice with coconut milk, fried duck, seafood, and more.
Hang Pagoda, Phụ Tử Islet
Entering the stone cave from the front door, passing by the Buddha statues, and listening to the sound of bells, you will feel the mysterious solemnity of this pagoda. Near the Hang Pagoda complex, there's the famous Ba Hòn floating fishing village and the Moso mountain historical site. Stopping here, visitors can also take a boat to explore Bà Lụa archipelago or nearby islets near Hòn Chồng Cape.
This place is also famous for its freshly caught seafood, which can be prepared on the spot. Guests can choose their seafood and have it cooked by the kitchen. Dining on seafood by the expansive sea will be a memorable experience.
According to Phong Vinh/Vnexpress
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Reference: Travel guide Mytour
MytourMarch 27, 2018
