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A serene space in the Mũi land, Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon is a simple and charming destination, vividly portraying the image of rural Vietnam.
Traveling to Thị Tường Lagoon
Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon is located in the areas of Trần Văn Thời and Cái Nước districts, just a one-hour car ride from Cà Mau City. It is one of the largest natural lagoons in the Mekong Delta, covering approximately 700 hectares, with a length of over 10km and a width of nearly 2km. Thị Tường Lagoon is divided into three main lagoons: Inner, Middle, and Outer, with the Middle section being the largest and most expansive.
Local residents inhabit charming leafy huts, always sporting smiles in the face of life's challenges (Photo: collected)
The highlight when visiting Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon is the stilt houses on the lake where fishermen tirelessly guard shrimp and fish day and night. While a daily routine for the fishermen, this scene is a source of joy and fascination for tourists, inspiring artistic creativity. Thị Tường Lagoon is dubbed the 'lake in the middle of the plain,' formed by sedimentation from the river.
Tranquil scenery in the Mũi land (Photo: collected)
The most serene view is perhaps in the early morning when the golden rays gradually appear, bringing light. At that moment, the lagoon resembles a dark and light painting, and the faces of the fishermen are not yet clearly visible. But life has already started bustling as each section of the lagoon, divided by the fishermen, begins a new day of feeding shrimp and fish.
Small leafy huts where fishermen watch over shrimp and fish (Photo: collected)
As the evening releases the vibrant orange hues of sunset, casting a brilliant glow that reflects onto the lagoon's surface, it becomes even more enchanting and mystical. From this moment onwards, the hustle and bustle fade away, replaced by tranquility. Only the laughter in the huts, enjoying Cà Mau specialties with a glass of wine and the melodic tunes of traditional songs, breaks the silence.
On beautiful sunny days, you'll capture artistic images of the simple life at Thị Tường Lagoon (Photo: collected)
Only by visiting and immersing yourself in the scenery can you truly grasp the essence of life here (Photo: collected)
When you visit the ecotourism area of Thị Tường Cà Mau, you get to experience everyday life, witnessing activities on the water lagoon. This place is suitable for nature lovers, those capable of enduring the lack of modern amenities.
Thị Tường Lagoon (Photo: collected)
The Legend of Thị Tường Lagoon
The legend of Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon tells the story of Bà Tường, one of the first pioneers to reclaim the land in the Cà Mau region. Bà Tường bravely and persistently drove away countless birds day and night to collect rocks to fill the sea, a task assigned by the Tiger God as punishment. This was because the Water King had rejected his proposal to marry the princess. The gaps left by Bà Tường's vigilance remain untouched, not filled with rocks, allowing fish and shrimp to thrive and sustain human life. Touched by Bà Tường's compassionate heart, people named the lagoon Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon in her honor.
Traveling to Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon will provide you with a sense of tranquility; there are no luxurious restaurants or many entertainment spots here. Initially, many visitors may feel unfamiliar, and climbing onto the charming leafy huts may seem precarious at any moment. However, the hut owners are always welcoming, exchanging cultural insights, and sharing endless stories about life.
Early morning is the time when fishermen catch fish for sale (Photo: collected)
Visiting this place, tourists often linger to truly feel the intriguing life that the Mũi land possesses. Exploring Thị Tường Cà Mau Lagoon will be an interesting stop in your journey to discover the beauty of Vietnam.
