Top 12 Unmissable Destinations in An Giang

1. Bung Binh Thien

Starting off the list of must-visit places in An Giang is Bung Binh Thien. Also known as the 'Heavenly Lake,' located in An Phu District, An Giang Province. During the flood season, Bung Binh Thien is a captivating sight with the golden color of water lilies amidst the greenery of duckweed. The surrounding Cham villages still preserve ancient cultural values.

Visiting Bung Binh Thien, you'll hear legendary stories from ancient times about this destination. The vast and picturesque scenery of Bung Binh Thien enchants the hearts of many travelers. Moreover, Bung Binh Thien plays a vital role in providing fresh water and a source of fish and shrimp for the neighboring areas.

When is the best time to travel to Bung Binh Thien? Bung Binh Thien comprises two lakes, namely Bung Lon and Bung Nho. Among them, Bung Lon, with a surface area of 193 hectares and an average depth of about 5 meters, is the most noteworthy. Travelers can visit Bung Binh Thien at any time of the year, but experienced travelers recommend the flood season (from July to October in the lunar calendar) for the most beautiful experience. In August every year, the Mekong River pours water from Cambodia into Vietnam, creating the first floodwaters in the Tien and Hau rivers. The floodwater overflows, merging the two lakes into one, covering an area of up to 900 hectares. The lake surface is covered with lotus, water lilies, and duckweed, creating a poetic and vibrant scene.

Bung Binh Thien is located at the border between four communes: Khanh An, Khanh Binh, Nhon Hoi, Quoc Thai, and is in the north of An Phu District. It is about 35km from the center of Chau Doc city. From Long Xuyen city, travelers continue on National Highway 91 straight to Chau Doc city, cross the Con Tien Bridge and take Provincial Road 956 to An Phu town. From here, travelers can take Provincial Road 957 or travel straight from Provincial Road 965 to Khanh Binh Border Gate, turn left about 2km to reach Bung Binh Thien.

In the future, Bung Binh Thien is planned to be developed into a cultural and resort tourism area. It is also conveniently located near other nearby tourist destinations, making it easy for travelers to explore. If you have the opportunity to visit An Giang, don't forget to stop by Bung Binh Thien!

2. Hill of Ta Pa

As one of the seven mountains in the Thất Sơn region, An Giang, Ta Pa Mountain (Tri Ton) resembles a picturesque fairyland. This place offers fresh air and beautiful scenery that attracts tourists with the antiquity and solemnity of the mountain temple. Hill of Ta Pa comprises three famous tourist destinations: Ta Pa Field, Ta Pa Lake, and Ta Pa Pagoda. Ta Pa Field is located at the foot of Ta Pa Mountain and Cô Tô, about 1km from Tri Ton town, belonging to Nui To commune, Tri Ton district, An Giang province. Ta Pa Field is considered the most unique field in the Mekong Delta, thanks to the 'field plowing dance' tradition of the Khmer people. Khmer farmers gather together to cultivate, moving from one field to another. Approaching the harvest season, the field transforms into vibrant patches of colors: the lush green color of ripening rice, the light yellow color of newly blossomed rice, the bright yellow color of rice ready for harvest, and the dark brown color of the matured rice fields, creating a picturesque and lively scene.

According to the travel experience in An Giang, the most beautiful time to visit Ta Pa Field is from September to early November, as the rice is in the harvest season, allowing you to admire the vibrant scenery of yellow and green fields from the beginning of flowering to harvest. After November, Ta Pa Field enters a new season, and the entire landscape takes on a thousand shades of faded green, making the beauty of this place even more interesting. Additionally, this is the time when water from the upper Mekong River flows over the hills, covering the green rice fields, reflecting the blue sky, creating an enchanting scene.

Ta Pa Lake is an unmissable destination in the journey to explore the Tri Ton region. This place is famous for its crystal-clear lake that allows a view of the bottom. On beautiful sunny days, under the clear water of the lake, you can see layers of moss and underwater grass. On the mountain, there is Ta Pa Pagoda, one of the popular attractions for tourists visiting this area. The Khmer Buddhist pagoda is located near the mountain's summit, exuding a peaceful atmosphere with panoramic views of the rice fields below. The pagoda follows the Theravada Buddhism with distinctive Khmer architecture. The majestic structure is finely carved with intricate sculptures, featuring mythical Garuda bird figures, Naga snake, Tree of Life, and more, showcasing high artistic value. Ta Pa, a famous destination not to be missed when traveling to An Giang!

3. Tra Su Melaleuca Forest

Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is a forest with many melaleuca trees located near the Tra Su Mountains in Tinh Bien district, An Giang. The name Tra Su is believed by some to mean Mr. Monk. In Khmer, 'Tra' is a variation of 'ta,' which means Mr.; while 'Su' is understood in Sino-Vietnamese to mean monk. Some even suggest that 'Tra Su' means a monk named Tra.

Tra Su Melaleuca Forest was formed in 1983, covering an area of 845 hectares in the Vinh Trung and Van Giao communes of Tinh Bien district and partly bordering O Long Vy commune in Chau Phu district. Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is considered the symbol of the beauty of the An Giang floating season with an incredibly diverse flora and fauna system. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience the lush green cajuput forest, meandering through the melaleuca forest alongside the playful sounds of birds on the cajuput trunks, creating unforgettable memories.

With the diversity of plants and some animal species, Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is suitable for sightseeing, relaxation, and exploring the natural scenery here. You can experience rowing on the water with green cajuput trees on both sides. The serene and peaceful atmosphere takes us away from the hustle and bustle of life, allowing us to immerse ourselves in nature. The vast green space of the cajuput trees, along with the myriad colors of the flora and fauna system, Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is not only an unmissable destination for tourists but also internationally recognized for its importance in preserving wetlands in the Mekong Delta.

During the year, what is the best time to visit Tra Su Melaleuca Forest? According to the travel experience in An Giang, the best time to visit Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is during the flooding season, approximately from September to November. The entire forest is covered in fresh green, full of vitality, and it seems like all the beauty of nature concentrates here, creating an extremely lively natural painting. The best time to explore the cajuput forest is from 7 am to 9 am, allowing you to witness and admire many species of birds gathering here, frolicking, jumping, and singing. Then, from 5 pm to 6 pm, you can go up to the observation tower to watch flocks of birds flying back to their nests.

So, how can you travel to Tra Su Melaleuca Forest from other localities?

• From Ho Chi Minh City, you can go to An Giang by private vehicle or buy bus tickets at Mien Tay Bus Station to Long Xuyen or Chau Doc at an average price of 150,000 – 300,000 VND/one way (information is for reference only and may change depending on the time), the distance is about 250 km, and the travel time is approximately 4 hours. There are many bus companies on this route that you can consider, such as Thao Nguyen Bus, Lien Hung Bus, Hue Nghia Bus, Hiep Thanh Bus, Ly Thanh Dat Bus, Phuong Trang Bus, Thien Thien Huong Bus, Hung Cuong – An Giang Bus, etc.
• From Can Tho to An Giang is about 117 km. You can get here by private vehicle or go to Can Tho Bus Station to catch a bus to Long Xuyen or Chau Doc. On average, there are about 4 buses running this route every day, such as Van Khoa Nguyen Bus, Phuong Trang Bus; the travel time is about 3 hours.
• If you are from other provinces and cities, you can take a train, airplane, or bus to move to Ho Chi Minh City or Can Tho and then go to An Giang.
• Starting from Chau Doc: Travelers follow Tan Lo Kieu Luong road connected with National Highway 91. When passing Tra Su Bridge in Nha Bang town, Tinh Bien district, turn left along Tra Su Canal for a few more kilometers to reach Tra Su Melaleuca Forest.
• Starting from the center of Long Xuyen: Travelers go along National Highway 91 to Chau Doc, then continue on the above road to reach Tra Su Melaleuca Forest.

Additionally, at Tra Su Melaleuca Forest, there is an observation tower for you to have a panoramic view of this place. Because of the charming and friendly beauty of the water, Tra Su Melaleuca Forest attracts a lot of attention from tourists and is also a destination you cannot miss when visiting An Giang.

Nui Sam tourist area holds a special place in our country. It preserves stories from the time of opening up the land in the Southern region, blessed with fresh air, surrounded by strong winds. It hosts 5 clusters of historically and culturally significant relics, becoming an attractive destination in Chau Doc. One outstanding site is Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum.

Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum, also known as Son Lang, is a rare intact architectural masterpiece from the Nguyen era that remains in the Southern region. It's a grand and exquisite structure, highly valuable in terms of culture, history, and architecture. If you plan to travel to An Giang and Chau Doc, don't forget to visit this place. When viewed from a distance, next to Sam mountain along the Vinh Te canal, the majestic tomb area with a tree-lined path is serene, surrounded by ancient trees. Son Lang lies at the foot of Sam mountain, alongside numerous other historical sites. Interestingly, it never gets noisy and bustling like other tombs in the area; instead, it maintains a quiet, solemn, and respectful atmosphere. The mausoleum not only serves as a tomb but also includes a temple dedicated to Nguyen Van Thoai, also known as Thoai Ngoc Hau, a Nguyen dynasty official appointed to explore and govern An Giang.

Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum is built on green stone, located on National Highway 91, facing north, opposite Ba Chua Xu Temple, leaning against the rock wall of Sam mountain. Thoai Ngoc Hau personally commanded the construction in the late 19th century. The grass is meticulously trimmed, and the spacious yard is always clean and beautiful. The entrance to the mausoleum is through nine honeycomb-shaped stone steps, extremely imposing. The entire Son Lang area is a harmonious architectural block. The mausoleum is surrounded by a solid and tall cast wall, higher than a person's head. In front, there are two large crescent-shaped doors in the style of ancient tombs, and on both sides are two continuous rows. In the journey of traveling to Chau Doc - An Giang, visiting Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum is a small journey that cannot be missed, not only to admire a typical architectural work from our feudal era but also to enjoy the tranquil and peaceful atmosphere, expressing gratitude to our ancestors from the past.

Chau Doc, a place deeply tied to spiritual significance with prehistoric Feng Shui, mountainous landscapes, and mystical beliefs that have existed for centuries. When mentioning this land, one cannot forget Ba Chua Xu Temple at Nui Sam, a renowned spiritual tourist spot not only in the Southwest but also known to Vietnamese abroad. Ba Chua Xu Temple is a cultural and spiritual destination not to be missed when visiting An Giang. It sits at the foot of Sam Mountain in Chau Doc. With its sacredness and miraculous experiences, attracting millions of visitors annually, especially during Tet and the Lunar New Year, contributing to the development of An Giang's tourism.

In the past, Ba Chua Xu Temple was simple, made of bamboo leaves, facing northwest, with the back against the mountain wall, and the main hall overlooking the road and village fields. In 1870, the temple was reconstructed with fired bricks. From 1972 to 1976, architects Huynh Kim Mang and Nguyen Ba Lang undertook a major renovation, shaping its current appearance. The temple has a 'Quoc' shaped layout, with a tower in the form of a blooming lotus, a three-tiered roof, and green glazed tiles. The roof corners rise high like the bow of a boat on waves. The decorative patterns on the main hall's eaves strongly reflect artistic finesse. Above, robust and beautiful deity statues support the rafters. The frames, doors, intricate carvings, and numerous decorations, including dazzling golden ornaments, surround the temple. Particularly, the statues behind the main statue of Ba Chua, and the four columns in front of the main hall, remain nearly unchanged. The temple complex includes the main hall (where Ba Chua Xu is worshiped), martial arts area, reception room, and the Charity Committee room. Inside the temple, the design and decoration are heavily influenced by Indian art. The temple's doors are intricately carved and embellished. Notably, many decorations and lintels here are gilded. The statue of Ba Chua is placed in the center of the main hall, surrounded by the Council altar in front, with ancestral and posthumous altars on both sides. The Uncle's altar is on the left, with a large stone Linga, approximately 1.2m high. The Aunt's altar on the right features a small wooden goddess statue,...

This is not just a pilgrimage site but also a place to enjoy the fresh air of Sam Mountain at an elevation of nearly 300m. Gazing at the landscape makes one feel transported to a miniature fairyland at Ba Chua Xu Temple. Here, you can overlook Chau Doc along with the Vinh Te Canal. People from all over the country come to Ba Chua Xu Temple to pray for peace and good fortune for their families. The temple, spacious and welcoming, receives thousands of visitors daily. Around Ba Chua Xu Temple, there is a specialty market with many enticing and delicious dishes. It can be said that if you visit An Giang and miss Ba Chua Xu Temple, it is truly regrettable. Therefore, take note of this fascinating cultural tourism destination!

Tuc Dup, a land steeped in heroic history, witnessed struggles against foreign invaders, reclaiming the nation's independence. The hill, now preserved and developed into the tourist area Tuc Dup Hill, allows visitors to savor the specialties of the Thất Sơn region and experience exciting activities. With its challenging terrain and historical victories, Tuc Dup Hill has become a captivating tourist destination.

Tuc Dup Hill is located in An Tuc commune, Tri Ton district, An Giang province, Vietnam. Situated to the west of Co To mountain (also known as Phung Hoang Son), Tuc Dup Hill stands at 216m high, covering an area of over 2km2, with a curved circumference of about 3km. Tuc Dup served as a solid base for the people of An Giang during the resistance war against the United States. Centuries ago, during the early days of settlement, Khmer people arrived here. While clearing the land, many fainted due to the intense heat. In their dreams, they heard the sound of flowing water. At dawn, they woke up, found a water source from the rocks on the hill. Overjoyed, they named the hill 'Tuc Chup,' meaning water flowing at night in Khmer. Later, it was changed to Tuc Dup. The villagers venerate Tuc Dup as a sacred hill for providing the heavenly water that irrigates fields and crops. During festivals, the elders and villagers bring offerings to honor the deities and the land here, praying for favorable weather, abundant harvests, and prosperity.

Most of the weather in the Mekong Delta provinces is divided into two seasons: dry and rainy. According to locals, it's recommended to visit Tuc Dup Hill in the dry season from December to April. During this time, the weather is sunny, and the hill's terrain is not slippery like in the rainy season. It's convenient for exploring the historical sites on the hill. The water in the stream is clear, and the lush greenery creates a beautiful natural landscape. Starting from Ho Chi Minh City, you have two options to reach this location:

• Motorbike journey: From Ho Chi Minh City, it takes about 5 hours to reach Tri Ton district, An Giang province. Recommended route: Ho Chi Minh City via National Highway 1A towards Tan An. Cross My Thuan Bridge, head towards Sa Dec to Vam Cong Ferry, then find the route to Long Xuyen - Tri Ton. Or from Ho Chi Minh City, follow QL1A towards QL62 to Thanh Hoa. Then find Pha Cao Lanh, head to Pha An Hoa to Chau Doc - Tinh Bien. After reaching Tri Ton district, go about 9km along Nguyen Thi Minh Khai road to reach Tuc Dup Hill.
• Bus travel: You can check for buses on the Saigon - Tri Ton route.

Tuc Dup Hill is currently being invested in, developed, and serving tourism. Many visitors come here not only to explore the beauty of Tuc Dup Hill but also to learn about its glorious history, thereby gaining a deeper understanding and love for the people and the land of An Giang.

Soai So Lake is a tourist attraction that has drawn many young visitors for photo opportunities in recent years. Soai So Lake is part of the Long Xuyen Quadrangle, An Giang. Not only the largest artificial lake in the Land of Seven Mountains, but it also captivates tourists with its beautiful and unique natural landscapes. Soai So Lake covers an area of about 5 hectares with a water capacity of approximately 400 thousand cubic meters from the high Silver Stream.

As Soai So Lake is a newly exploited tourist destination, it is both a new and beautiful land with fresh landscapes and a pleasant climate, attracting many tourists to explore. Soai So, with water flowing all year round, has an abundant water supply, especially during the rainy season. In difficult years, the lake provides water for daily use to tens of thousands of people in the 2 communes of Co To and Nui To and the town of Tri Ton, partly supplying the area near the Cau Cay Me (Chau Lang commune).

The best time to visit the beautiful water lake in An Giang is the flooding season from September to November (this timing may vary from year to year). During this period, the water in Soai So Lake rises, making it both clear and more extensive than usual. Located on the eastern slope of Co To mountain, in Nui To commune, Tri Ton district, Soai So Lake is relatively easy for tourists to reach. Just follow Tran Hung Dao Street, go past the People's Committee of Tri Ton commune for a short distance, and you will find the entrance to Golden Stream Soai So Tourist Area. Drive a little further inside the tourist area, and you will reach Soai So Lake. This is a convenient destination because, in addition to visiting the lake, you can also climb Co To mountain from this direction.

Soai So Lake is large and refreshing, with a picturesque natural landscape. This place is also suitable for check-ins, capturing beautiful photos when traveling to An Giang. If you have the opportunity to travel to An Giang during the flooding season, do not miss the chance to explore Soai So Lake.

Tinh Bien Market is a market situated on the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. It's not only a familiar shopping place for locals but also an ideal stop for many tourists in An Giang. With abundant goods, including domestic products and consumables from Cambodia, Thailand, and more, the prices are very reasonable. The lively and cheerful atmosphere of the local vendors makes shopping here a pleasant experience for tourists.

To reach Tinh Bien Market from Long Xuyen City, tourists can follow National Highway 91, drive about 60km to Chau Doc City. Continuing from Chau Doc, tourists drive an additional 30 minutes to Nha Bang town. After that, turning onto Xuan To Street for about 10km will lead you to Tinh Bien Market. The market area consists of adjacent stalls offering a variety of domestic and imported products at relatively low prices, such as towels, blankets, clothes, cosmetics, and more.

Tinh Bien Market is always bustling with buyers and sellers because it is considered a major market for the entire Mekong Delta region, offering abundant, diverse, and affordable goods. The market is especially crowded during the Ba Chua Xu Festival, and the market area becomes so packed that people have to squeeze in to make their purchases. Notable in the food section are various delicious and visually appealing dried fish sauces, attracting many fascinated tourists. After shopping to your heart's content, within the market area, you can also visit snack stalls, beverage stalls, and tea stalls to enjoy unique and flavorful dishes such as noodle soup with fish sauce, dry noodles, crab noodle soup, spotted cowcake, pigskin cake, bao cake, and more, especially don't forget to have a refreshing cup of fresh toddy palm water.

Tinh Bien Market is not only a shopping destination for tourists visiting An Giang but also a place for the exchange of goods between the two countries, contributing to strengthening the friendship and promoting economic development between Vietnam and Cambodia. Don't miss out on this quality market!

Chau Doc Market, commonly known as Fish Sauce Market by locals, is a hub showcasing hundreds of delicious and unique fish sauce varieties. Located approximately 1.6km west of the center of Chau Doc City on Bach Dang Street in Chau Phu A Ward, Chau Doc Market is the largest trading center for fish sauce and dried seafood in the entire Southwest of Southern Vietnam. For those coming from afar, unfamiliar with the roads, you can seek directions from locals or the reception of your hotel.

The pleasant weather makes traveling to Chau Doc easy at any time of the year. May marks the beginning of the rainy season, and if you want to fully experience the life of the Mekong Delta, the period from August to November is the best time with typical activities like floating markets. To reach Chau Doc Market, from the city center at the intersection of Hoang Dieu, Truong Dua, Nguyen Van Thoai, and Tan Lo Kieu Luong streets, turn onto Nguyen Van Thoai Street and go straight for about 1.4km. When you reach the intersection with Quang Trung Street, turn left and go about 130m, then turn right onto Bach Dang Street or Chi Lang Street, both will lead you to Chau Doc Market. If you turn onto Bach Dang Street, Chau Doc Market will be on your right. If you turn onto Chi Lang Street, Chau Doc Market will be on your left.

The market stalls start setting up from 5 am, and within a few minutes, the market becomes lively and crowded with people. Standing outside the market, you can already smell the fragrant aroma of various types of fish sauce and enticingly prepared dishes. Inside the market, it is divided into several clean and separate sections, each selling different products, but all are safe and high-quality specialties from the beloved land of An Giang. These sections include prepared food, fresh produce, fruit and vegetables, fish sauce, and clothing stalls.

First is the section dedicated to various types of fish sauce. Each stall offers dozens of different types of fish sauce, each stored in its own compartment with accompanying price tags for easy selection, such as anchovy sauce, sardine sauce, mixed sauce, Thai sauce, and roux sauce. Chau Doc's fish sauce is a famous brand that has existed for over 200 years, made from locally caught fish and farm-raised fish, ensuring freshness and nutrition. Each type of fish sauce at Chau Doc Market is labeled with the name of the original fish for easy recall. Many fish sauce stalls at Chau Doc Market have become famous over the years, known to locals and tourists alike, such as Mrs. Giao Khoe's fish sauce and Hai Xuyen's fish sauce. One of the most popular products is the Thai fish sauce. Rain or shine, Chau Doc Market never lacks buyers. It is not only famous for its various fish sauce types but also for its numerous irresistible snacks, including various types of sponge cake, Chinese sausage, dried snacks, rice cakes, pigskin cakes, bao cakes, Chau Doc noodle soup, and Hu Tieu Chau Doc noodle soup. All are made from fresh and delicious local ingredients, ensuring a tasty and hygienic experience.

If you are a fan of fish sauce or local specialties, Chau Doc Market is the perfect place for you to shop for everything you need to bring back home.

Co To Mountain, also known as To Mountain or by its Khmer name Phnom-Kto, is situated in the Thất Sơn range, belonging to Co To Commune, Tri Ton District (An Giang). Standing at 614m in height, 5,800m in length, and 3,700m in width, it boasts a stunning view of the entire Tri Ton district and the bordering Cambodian region of An Giang. The landscape features numerous hills, expansive rice fields, and farmlands inhabited by the Khmer people.

Co To Mountain, with its dimensions and the gift of nature, possesses vast and sturdy underground cave systems, attracting thousands of visitors each year. Surrounded by vast green fields, Co To Mountain showcases a pristine and majestic beauty that captivates the heart. Houses built on vertical cliffs sway with the wind, resembling waves in the sea, creating a cool climate throughout the year. Upon arrival, you'll be amazed by the vast panorama of mountains and hills.

Co To Mountain doesn't have a precise address on the map like residential buildings or shops. However, given their colossal size, you can spot them from a distance. For an easier route, starting from Long Xuyen, you can take provincial road 943 towards Nui Sap town. From here, asking for directions to Co To Mountain will be straightforward. Alternatively, you can take various routes, but using provincial road 943 offers a more enjoyable experience. There are many ways to reach the mountain's summit, whether by trekking, motorbike taxi, or self-driving. The self-managed motorbike taxi team at Co To Mountain has clearly posted price lists, with fares increasing based on the altitude of the mountain. Opting for a motorbike allows you to visit all the worship points and enjoy the scenery within a few hours. For those who love exploration and challenges, trekking through the steps, temples, bushes, and ancient trees while enjoying the natural air is a fantastic experience. Climbing Co To Mountain is relatively simple without encountering dangerous terrains. On foot, it takes a full day to visit Co To Mountain, with a quick ascent taking nearly two hours and a slower pace requiring up to three hours. Proper hiking boots are recommended.

If you want to find a place for overnight camping on the mountain in Tri Ton, then Co To Mountain is an excellent choice. In the morning, you can wake up early to enjoy the sunrise and the surrounding scenery. In the evening, from the summit of To Mountain, you can observe the tiny Tri Ton below, with lights flickering amidst light mist, creating a magnificent view. Visiting Co To Mountain will leave you feeling peaceful and content.

Kim Tien Pagoda is situated in An Phu Commune, near Nha Bang town, Tinh Bien District, An Giang. It is a novel destination, particularly appealing to photography enthusiasts. What makes this pagoda famous is its majestic presence, grandeur, and the imposing statue of Buddha.

To visit and admire Kim Tien Pagoda, from the center of Nha Bang town, you can reach the pagoda via two routes: take the Cay Mit road for 1km, reach a crossroads, turn left for 2km, or take National Highway 91 towards the border, reach the turn to Mai Son Pagoda, pass Mai Son Pagoda, and in 3km, you'll arrive at Kim Tien Pagoda. All roads are asphalted, winding through a region with excellent fruit orchards, providing pilgrims with a heavenly atmosphere.

Inside the pagoda, the Buddha Hall is vast, capable of accommodating thousands. The Three Jewels altar is modern and spacious. Along the ceiling, inscriptions express the pagoda's philosophy: 'Enlighten the Bodhi mind, concentrate on mindfulness, worship Amitabha Buddha, and determine to attain rebirth.' The highlight of Kim Tien Pagoda is the 24m-high statue of Amitabha Buddha atop the pagoda. All intricate and sharp details, embellished with gold on the roof, create a spiritual focal point that cannot be ignored during your visit to An Giang.

From the pagoda, you can admire the panoramic view of the lush mountains and forests surrounding An Giang, experiencing an indescribable tranquility. Apart from worshiping and traditional offerings, the pagoda also provides free vegetarian meals and water for people after their visits.

A market is not just a place for buying and selling goods but also the best place to explore the culture, cuisine, and lifestyle of a region. Located on the Hau River area, near the center of Long Xuyen City, the Long Xuyen Floating Market becomes an unmissable destination when traveling to An Giang. This is where visitors can vividly discover the daily life of the people of An Giang and embrace the unique cultural values of the Mekong Delta.

During a time when road transport was not well-developed, and people were accustomed to buying and selling by boat on the river, the Long Xuyen Floating Market emerged. Today, despite convenient and developed road traffic, the floating market still exists and retains its original form of activities to this day. This is one of the unique cultural features of the people of An Giang, specifically, and the people of the Mekong Delta in general. The starting point of the floating market is from O Moi ferry, stretching along the Hau River bank for about 2 km, located in My Phuoc ward. The motorized boats promise to take visitors to explore each corner of the floating market.

The most bustling time of the market is around 5-6 in the morning, and it starts to calm down at about 8. The best time to visit Long Xuyen Floating Market is from 5 in the morning. Visitors can enjoy the sunrise over the river, with distant hues of pink and white clouds blending into each other in the sky, enhancing the daily life of the hardworking people drifting on the water. Not as crowded as Cai Rang Floating Market and not as noisy as Cai Be Floating Market, Long Xuyen Floating Market is considered one of the markets that still maintains its simplicity and originality. Not influenced by commercialization in tourism, Long Xuyen Floating Market is not cramped, bustling, providing a peaceful stretch along the river. Although not as lively as other floating markets in the Mekong Delta, Long Xuyen Floating Market starts the day lively enough, with boats and sampans docked closely, forming clusters for trading and exchanging goods. Laughter and conversation resonate crisply across the river, creating the unique character of the floating market. What sets Long Xuyen Floating Market apart is that all items are sold at very affordable prices. Buying and selling at the floating market happens quickly, following the principle of saying a price and selling, with little bargaining.

Do not forget to enjoy a morning meal in the unique style of the people in the West, with delicious and rustic dishes such as bun rieu, bun ca, banh tam, or savor a cup of hot coffee with milk, experiencing the feeling of eating while swaying gently with the waves, surely making visitors remember forever.