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Sa Dec flower village shows its beauty every spring.
It's very easy to come across such vast flower gardens in Sa Dec.
Chùa Bà Thiên Hậu impresses with its unique Chinese architecture in Sa Dec.
What are you waiting for! Pack your backpack and travel to Sa Dec! Let me share with you the ultimate travel tips for Sa Dec flower village in the blink of an eye, making your trip even more perfect!
1. Transportation
How to travel to Sa Dec: Sa Dec flower village is only about 140 km away from Saigon, approximately a 3-hour drive. You can get here by motorbike or bus. Buses from Saigon to Sa Dec depart regularly every hour, so you don't need to worry about the bus schedule. Reputable bus companies include Phuong Trang, Phu Vinh Long, Loc Dien,... The average ticket price ranges from 80,000 VND to 105,000 VND.
Getting around Sa Dec: The attractions in Sa Dec are quite close to each other, so you can move around by motorbike or bicycle. You can contact rental services for motorbikes in Sa Dec.
Moreover, most hotels and homestays here offer motorbike rental services. However, you should try the feeling of cycling through vast flower gardens, to experience once inhaling the fragrant scent of flowers blending into the fresh air here!
2. Sa Dec Flower Village and the hottest check-in spots
Sa Dec Flower Village
Sa Dec Flower Village is the most popular tourist destination when visiting Sa Dec. As soon as you set foot in Sa Dec Flower Village, you will be immediately overwhelmed by hundreds of species of flowers blooming in myriad colors like this.
Yen Thao and Aster gardens.
The field of cockscomb flowers.
Sunflowers are also widely planted in the flower village.
In Sa Dec Flower Village, besides admiring flowers and taking photos, you can easily interact and chat with friendly farmers here. The locals are always ready to help you understand the details of the planting and care processes for various flowers. Seeing how farmers personally care for each flower cluster, you can truly understand the hardships they have endured to produce such vibrant flower clusters.
Farmers carefully tend to the flower gardens, paying attention to every detail.
The entrance fee to Sa Dec Flower Village is free, but if you want to enter some gardens for photography, you may need to pay around 30,000 VND per person. There are countless Instagrammable spots here, so with just a few steps, you'll have a brand new Instagram-worthy photo!
Ideal Instagrammable corners in Sa Dec Flower Village.
Happy Land Hùng Thy Tourist Area
Located right within the Sa Dec Flower Village, Happy Land Hùng Thy is a complex of ornamental flower landscapes and fun-filled entertainment activities. When you visit here, besides admiring and taking photos of the beautiful flower gardens, tourists can also participate in exciting activities like monkey bridge cycling, river crossing swings, monkey bridge walking, rowing boats, and rocking bridges...
Thrilling river crossing swing game.
Exciting monkey bridge cycling.
Easily immerse yourself in the world of fantasy at Happy Land Hùng Thy.
Currently, the entrance fee to Happy Land Hùng Thy is 30,000 VND per person, and the all-inclusive ticket for all games is only 100,000 VND per person.
Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House
Located right on the banks of the Sa Giang River, Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House stands as a dignified witness recounting the beautiful love story of Vietnamese-Hoa gentleman Huynh Thuy Le and French writer Marguerite Duras.
The house was built in 1895 and renovated in 1917. Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House, on the outside, resembles a French-style villa, but on the inside, it is designed in a unique Chinese architectural style, reflecting a significant cultural fusion from the early 20th century.
If you've seen the movie L’Amant/The Lover (1992), you'll easily recognize this ancient house!
After strolling through the Sa Dec flower village, you can wander along the city streets and don't forget to visit this hundred-year-old ancient house!
Sen Leaf Pagoda (Phuoc Kien Tu)
Just about 14 km from Sa Dec city, Phuoc Kien Pagoda has long been famous for its giant lotus ponds with leaves measuring 2-3 meters in diameter. These lotus leaves are sturdy enough to support 1-2 adults without any issues. Unfortunately, when I visited, the pagoda was under construction, so I couldn't get close to the giant lotus leaves.
Travelers can stand on giant lotus leaves like these.
Nam Phuong Linh Tu
Dubbed as the imperial capital of Hue amidst the lush gardens of the Mekong Delta. With its solemn royal architectural style, deeply imbued with national identity, Nam Phuong Linh Tu attracts many young people here to take photos, creating beautiful spring greetings.
Nam Phuong Linh Tu on a sunny day.
A touch of Hue's affection amid the Mekong Delta.
'Living the dream' here is absolutely beautiful.
Currently, Nam Phuong Linh Tu has been developed for tourism, and outside the temple area, there are many activities such as boating, enjoying Southern folk songs, Southern specialties, etc. Tickets to visit this area are priced at 50,000 VND per person. Located just 15 km from Sa Dec, you only need half a day to explore this area.
3. Where to stay in Sa Dec?
Bamboo House Phong-le Vent
With its unique bamboo architecture, Bamboo House Phong-le Vent is considered the most beautiful homestay in Sa Dec. Situated amidst the Sa Dec flower village, it offers utmost tranquility, completely detached from the outside world. The host serves Western region dishes on-site. There are many fun activities such as fishing, rowing, and cycling around the flower village. The beautiful bamboo architecture includes private bathrooms.
The bungalows at Bamboo House Phong-le Vent.
Lounging in bamboo hammocks while fishing, what could be better?
Accommodation here lacks air conditioning, offering a retreat from the hustle and bustle of Sa Dec city, suitable only for those who enjoy quiet spaces. Life here is closely tied to bamboo, from houses to monkey bridges to furniture. Maison En Bambou Phong-le Vent Homestay promises to bring a refreshing atmosphere, relieving stress after long days of work.
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Frog House
Frog House Homestay is the ideal place to experience the local life in Sa Dec flower village. Here, you'll have the opportunity to eat among flowers, sleep among flowers, just stepping out of the homestay fills you with flowers and leaves. Right behind the homestay is the breezy riverbank of the Tien River! Flowers are planted all around the house, Frog House is located next to the cool riverbank of the Tien River, with its own restaurant specializing in traditional Western dishes.
Frog House Homestay.
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Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House Homestay
Huynh Thuy Le Ancient House now offers homestay services. It's a perfect spot for travelers who want to rewind time and experience life in one of the busiest urban centers in Indochina back then. Located in the heart of Sa Dec city, next to the windy Sa river and right next to Sa Dec night market. The architecture of the house features delicate French-style carvings harmoniously combined with Chinese architecture.
Vintage atmosphere reminiscent of the early 20th century.
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4. What to Eat When Visiting Sa Dec?
Hu Tieu (Vietnamese Clear Noodle Soup)
Sa Dec Hu Tieu boasts a unique flavor, with chewy noodles and is regarded as one of the best hu tieu dishes in Vietnam. Here are some renowned hu tieu eateries in Sa Dec for you to enjoy during your Sa Dec trip:
Banh Tam Bi
Sa Dec Banh Tam Bi Restaurant, 49B Phan Boi Chau, Ward 1, Sa Dec City is my favorite spot.
Sa Dec Flour Village Food Court
Here, in addition to traditional Western dishes, there's also a buffet of various homemade cakes priced at only 50,000 VND per serving.
Buffet of traditional cakes is greatly favored by tourists when visiting Sa Dec.
Here are the details of Sa Dec travel experiences in just about 1-2 days. I'll let you in on a secret: from January 17th to January 23rd, the Sa Dec Flower Festival 2022 will take place, promising a lot of rich and attractive activities! Tet Nguyen Dan is also coming very soon! Hurry to visit the land of Sa Dec flowers before most of these flowers are sold in other provinces and cities!
Author: Nguyen Tran Khanh Duong
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