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Have you ever traveled to the Mekong Delta during the flooding season? If not, pack your bags and experience the simple, authentic life of the people in the riverside areas. Here, VNTRIP.VN presents some of the most attractive An Giang tourist destinations during the flooding season that attract many domestic and international travelers.
Explore the Riverside Region of An Giang
Traveling to An Giang during the flooding season (Photo by ST)
Life is a journey, so travel and immerse yourself in the vastness of life to gain profound insights into the culture of each region.
'Travel while you can, don't be like the frogs sitting at the bottom of the well discussing life.'
On the S-shaped land of ours, there are many interesting, informative, and attractive sightseeing spots, and one of them is An Giang. If you're still wondering whether to travel to An Giang or not, read the following article to answer that question.
Located next to the lush Mekong River, nature has endowed An Giang with favorable conditions not only for agricultural development but also for promoting ecotourism. An Giang resembles a miniature painting of the peaceful and picturesque Mekong Delta.
Exploring the waterworld of An Giang (Photo by ST)
Here, travelers will enjoy a peaceful vacation with fresh air, experiencing the simple life of the local people. Besides visiting ecological tourist areas, visitors can also indulge in the rich and rustic cuisine of An Giang. Promising to bring you fascinating experiences.
Top Attractions in An Giang During Flooding Season
Traveling in An Giang (Photo by ST)
In An Giang, there are numerous appealing tourist destinations, with the most prominent being the cities of Long Xuyen and Chau Doc.
- The city of Long Xuyen features the childhood home of President Ton Duc Thang, and the Long Xuyen floating market is where locals gather for trading and commerce. Small boats to large vessels converge here, creating a bustling scene each early morning.
- The city of Chau Doc boasts the most tourist attractions in An Giang. Among them, Mount Sam is home to numerous temples such as Tay An Pagoda, Phuoc Dien Pagoda, Ba Chua Xu Temple, and Thoai Ngoc Hau Temple. Chau Doc market is renowned as the kingdom of fish sauce, offering a wide array of fish sauce and dried goods alongside various Chau Doc specialties displayed in the market stalls.
1. Oc Eo Archaeological Site
One of the largest and most renowned ancient archaeological sites in An Giang today. It serves not only as a place for archaeologists to study the Oc Eo culture but also as an attractive tourist destination for visitors from both domestic and international locations.
A glimpse at the Oc Eo archaeological site (Photo by ST)
Oc Eo cultural artifacts (Photo by ST)
Visitors here will explore traces and relics from a glorious period of ancient An Giang and the Mekong Delta region today.
Exploring the Oc Eo archaeological site - An Giang (Photo by ST)
2. Tra Su Melaleuca Forest
Traveling to Tra Su Melaleuca Forest in Tinh Bien district with its rich and diverse ecosystem spanning approximately 850 hectares. Visitors will have the opportunity to drift on a boat to admire a portion of the flood season in the Mekong Delta.
Tra Su Melaleuca Forest boasts a diverse ecosystem (Photo by ST)
The road is flanked by rows of trees casting cool shade, with lush green water hyacinths covering the surface of the water, and boats gently gliding along the waterway.
The beauty of Tra Su Melaleuca Forest (Photo by ST)
In the early morning, the melodious chirping of birds greets the awakening sunlight, bringing a sense of tranquility and peace to your soul. To visit Tra Su Melaleuca Forest, the entrance fee is only 45,000 VND per person.
3. Buñg Bình Thiên – An Giang
Bung Binh Thien is a freshwater lake located 25km from Chau Doc city. During the season of water lilies in full bloom, the lake is adorned with vibrant purple flowers, complemented by the bright yellow of water lilies.
A peaceful day at Bung Binh Thien (Photo by ST)
You will be pleasantly surprised to admire the beauty of the water lilies while enjoying specialties of the Mekong Delta made from these beautiful flowers. Visiting Bung Binh Thien also provides an opportunity to learn about the preserved culture of the ancient Cham people.
4. Tinh Bien Market
An Giang, located in the Southwest of Vietnam bordering Cambodia, hosts Tinh Bien Market, where a wide range of goods from neighboring countries like Thailand, Cambodia, and many specialties of the Mekong Delta during the flood season are sold. This is a place of cultural exchange between the Khmer and Vietnamese people.
Enjoy shopping at Tinh Bien Market (Photo by ST)
5. Co To Mountain
Located in Tri Ton district, Co To Mountain, when viewed from afar, resembles a giant phoenix spreading its wings amidst the vast plain and rivers.
Admire the beautiful scenery on the top of Co To Mountain (Photo by ST)
6. Thất Sơn Area
Also known as Seven Mountains, located in both Tri Ton and Tinh Bien districts. Especially, the highest peak in Thất Sơn, called Forbidden Mountain, is a prominent tourist destination with an altitude of 705 meters. The mountain offers beautiful and serene landscapes, and is home to many temples: Big Buddha Temple, Vạn Linh Temple, the statue of Maitreya Buddha, and Cao Dai Tu…
Visit Thất Sơn Mountain - An Giang (Photo by ST)
7. Shrine of Lady Chua Xu
Located at the foot of Sam Mountain, Nui Sam Ward, Chau Doc City, An Giang Province. For those who enjoy spiritual tourism, this is definitely a destination not to be missed.
Festival at Shrine of Lady Chua Xu, An Giang (Photo by ST)
With a height of 300m above sea level, the Shrine of Lady Chua Xu is an ideal place to enjoy the fresh air and admire the panoramic beauty of Chau Doc. Not only attractive to tourists for its beautiful scenery, but the shrine also has a unique and eye-catching architecture.
Image of Chua Xu Shrine on Sam Mountain (Photo by ST)
8. Tà Pạ Destination
Located in Tri Ton district, Ta Pa boasts vast rice fields stretching as far as the eye can see and tall sugar palm trees reaching into the blue sky. Meanwhile, Ta Pa Lake exudes a romantic beauty like a picturesque watercolor that everyone wants to admire at least once.
Image of Ta Pa (Photo by ST)
Camping by An Giang Lake Overnight (Photo by ST)
Ta Pa – Famous Tourist Destination in An Giang (Photo by ST)
9. Chau Doc Floating Village
If you have ever visited An Giang for tourism, you will surely not miss Chau Doc Floating Village - a place of picturesque scenery. It is one of the cultural highlights imbued with the distinctive style of the Mekong Delta region.
Vibrant Atmosphere at Floating Market in Chau Doc (Photo by ST)
Chau Doc Floating Village is not only a place where people make a living by fish farming but also an interesting destination for tourists to explore and experience the rustic life of the locals here.
Tranquil Beauty at Chau Doc Floating Village (Photo by ST)
What Delicious Food Can You Find in An Giang?
When visiting An Giang, make sure to indulge in all the specialties of the Mekong Delta region because you never know when you'll have the chance to return. Some dishes you must try include linh fish hotpot with wild flowers, Chau Doc fish noodles, fermented fish hotpot, wild flower pancake, star apple salad, palm sugar cake, grilled field mice, and Tri Ton beef porridge...
When traveling, you might wonder what gifts to bring back for your friends and family to let them know about the specialties of An Giang. Don't worry, just buy some palm sugar cake, smashed star apple, thorny fruit, and Chau Doc fermented fish sauce, and everyone will know where you've been traveling.
When visiting An Giang during the floating season, choose comfortable and lightweight clothing for easy movement during your travels. Especially before unexpected rains, make sure to bring a thin raincoat, mosquito repellent cream, and insect repellent medicine. Don't forget to bring allergy medication, stomachache medicine for unfamiliar food!
Transportation and Routes to An Giang
When you arrive in An Giang, you have two options: either start by car or embark on a dusty motorcycle adventure, which will save you money and give you full control over your journey.
Traveling by Car
Taking a bus at Mien Tay bus station (Photo by ST)
From Ho Chi Minh City, travelers can go to Mien Tay bus station to buy tickets to Long Xuyen City or Chau Doc town. Alternatively, they can take private bus companies on Le Hong Phong street, with prices ranging from 150,000 to 300,000 VND per person.
Motorbike Adventure
Exploring An Giang by motorcycle (Photo by ST)
If you're traveling by motorbike, follow Highway 1 to An Thai Trung intersection (An Hưu market) then turn right towards Cao Lanh. After crossing the Cao Lanh ferry, ride along the Tien River to Cho Moi, cross the Thuan Giang ferry to the Hau River bank, and then cross the Nang Gu ferry. Next, follow Highway 91 for about 30km to reach Sam Mountain.
We hope that the article provided by VNTRIP.VN offers the most useful information for your upcoming journey.
