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Visit the bamboo village of Phu An, pick fruits in the Lai Thieu orchard, or embark on a pilgrimage to Hoi Khanh Pagoda. These are suggestions for travelers to enjoy in a day.
Phu An Bamboo Village
Approximately 40 km north of Ho Chi Minh City, the first stop is located at 124, Road 744, Phu An Commune, Ben Cat District, Binh Duong Province. Known as the Eco Bamboo Museum and Phu An Botanical Reserve, it serves as a research and conservation center for bamboo, rattan, and palms in Vietnam. The natural surroundings are a plus for young enthusiasts fond of unique check-ins.
The bamboo village serves traditional southern dishes like crispy pancakes and grilled meat, but visitors need to pre-order. The entrance fee is 20,000 VND per person. Photo: shyydimples/Instagram.
Explore Hoi Khanh Pagoda and Tibet Temple
Located in Thu Dau Mot town, the Tibet Temple is a 25-minute motorcycle ride from Phu An bamboo village. Situated on a hill surrounded by lush trees, the main hall is surrounded by towering trees, featuring a square-shaped structure with a prominent worship tower and tall quadrangles over 15 meters high. Behind the main hall stands a statue of the founder of Tibetan Buddhism, recognized by the Vietnam Record Book as the largest hair-made statue in Vietnam. Crafted in 1982, the statue is nearly 3 meters tall. In addition to the iron frame, the primary material of the statue is made from hair collected from Buddhist followers.
Additionally, visitors can also visit Hoi Khanh Pagoda, about 2 km from the Tibet Temple. This pagoda boasts the longest reclining Buddha statue in Vietnam. Photo: Quynh Tran.
Wind and Water Coffee Shop
Located about a 6-minute drive from the Tibet Temple, this renowned coffee shop in Binh Duong is constructed with 7,000 bamboo trees. The most distinctive feature is the use of wind energy and the cooling properties of water to create a natural air conditioner. In the middle of the space, there is an artificial lake. Despite its deep and mysterious appearance, the lake is only knee-deep, utilizing the dark stone colors beneath to create a profound illusion. Seating lower than the lake level allows patrons to enjoy the cool water breeze. The shop spans 1,403 m2, located in an alley at 6/28T Area 3, Phu Tho Ward, Thu Dau Mot City.
The shop offers a complete range of beverages and dishes with prices ranging from 25,000 VND to 55,000 VND. Photo: S.T
Visit Lai Thieu Fruit Orchard
Fruit Orchard at 67 Tran Sao
Situated at 67 Tran Sao, Hung Dinh, Thuan An Town, the fruit orchard spans over 1,200 hectares with numerous fruit-bearing trees. The best fruit season is from May to August in the lunar calendar, but even towards the end of the year, visitors can explore citrus orchards and enjoy an atmosphere reminiscent of the Mekong Delta.
Binh Duong New City Park
A favored destination for young people, this park boasts modern infrastructure and a clean, green landscape, perfect for Instagram-worthy check-ins. Built since 2009, covering an area of 70 hectares, it features a fountain, streams, a lake, green landscapes, and a children's play area. If timed right, visitors can participate in the regular fishing competitions held every two months.
The park's highlight is the water music performances every evening. There is no entrance fee to the park. On weekends, it becomes a camping spot for many young people and local families in Binh Duong. Photo: Quynh Tran.
Admire the Sunset at Dau Tieng Lake
The final destination of the day is Dau Tieng Lake, a 1-hour and 30-minute motorcycle ride from Binh Duong New City Park. Here, you can camp, enjoy the sunset, and immerse yourself in the pristine beauty, surrounded by the closeness of nature with friends and family.
Visitors can bring their own tents and food or rent locally. Tent rental prices vary in size, ranging from 100,000 VND to 280,000 VND per tent for the first 2 days. In addition to tents, various camping equipment is available for rent, including sleeping bags, insulated mats, coolers, folding chairs, flashlights, ranging from 10,000 VND to 350,000 VND per item.
In addition to camping activities, visitors can also go fishing or paddleboarding with rental prices ranging from 300,000 VND to 500,000 VND per day. Photo: Phan Tuan
By Thanh Hang / Vnexpress
