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Moc Bai

Moc Bai border gate located in Loi Thuan commune, Ben Cau district is one of the international land border gates that began operating in 2004. Located on the Trans-Asia road extending from Myanmar through Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. South, Cambodia and ending in China, this place receives many special advantages both in economic - cultural exchanges and tourism development. Currently, Moc Bai is a border gate area and tourist destination that attracts thousands of visits each year in the "holy land" of Tay Ninh next to Lo Go - Xa Mat National Park, Binh Thanh Ancient Tower, Chang Riec Forest... Here are some notes that everyone needs to keep in mind when coming to Moc Bai Border Gate to have fun: You absolutely should not pawn items to help strangers when passing through the border gate to avoid getting into trouble with banned substances as well as breaking the law. At the border gate, there will be many motorbike taxis to entice you to cross the border for prices ranging from 400,000 VND to 500,000 VND without a passport. This is a serious violation of the law, so everyone should pay close attention. The group moved to Moc Bai and planned to visit Cambodia, so they proactively exchanged money for convenient shopping. The corresponding exchange rate for 20,000 VND will be 3,500 KHR. Moc Bai Border Gate Area is located about 80km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City and about 170km from Phnom Penh Capital (Cambodia). Departing from Saigon to the tourist destination, you can book a bus ticket, limousine, take a bus or go directly to Tay Ninh by motorbike or personal car depending on your preferences and financial needs. Normally, limousines from 10 to 31 seats running the Ho Chi Minh City - Moc Bai route will cost about 1,800,000 VND/person round trip. After buying tickets directly or booking online at reputable agents, you will depart the trip at 302, Cong Hoa Street, Ward 13, Tan Binh District and stop at Moc Bai Border Gate. Some bus companies going to Tay Ninh that you can consider if choosing this long-distance vehicle are Dong Phuoc (hotline: 1900 1152), Thai Duong Limousine (1900 9227), Le Khanh (1900 7070)... For tourists traveling by motorbike or personal car, from Saigon you can drive along Highway 22 to Trang Bang district first. After stopping here, you go towards Go Dau town through An Thanh Commune People's Committee about 7.4km to the famous border gate area. Besides the supermarket, it would be a huge mistake if you come to Moc Bai Border Gate and miss the opportunity to try your luck at famous casinos such as Moc Bai Bavet, New World, Le Macau, Chateau, Las Vegas Sun... located towards Bavet (Cambodia) takes less than 5 minutes to travel. To enter the casino, you need to prepare a certain amount of cash to participate in the games. Around the casino, there are also many large-scale cockfighting arenas that often use Vietnamese dong or US dollars to bet. Depending on your financial conditions, you can choose entertainment spots that suit your interests and needs when you have the opportunity to stop here. After having fun at Moc Bai Border Gate, you can go through quite simple entry and exit procedures to travel to Cambodia to explore this beautiful country. Just travel about 170km by car or motorbike from Bavet Border Gate road, you can check-in at Phnom Penh - a place famous for its impressive Buddhist architectural works. Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Wat Phnom Temple, Central Market... are some attractions in the capital area that you definitely cannot miss.

Tay Ninh

From January to December

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Binh Thanh ancient tower

Oc Eo culture is an ancient culture associated with the Southern region and the lower Mekong delta. Binh Thanh Ancient Tower is one of the rare remaining architectural masterpieces of this culture. Over the centuries, the ancient tower has still preserved its unique architecture almost intact and has become the most attractive tourist destination in Tay Ninh. Binh Thanh Ancient Tower was built in the 8th - 9th centuries and is now more than 1,000 years old. This is one of three typical architectural works of the Oc Eo culture remaining in the Southern region. The ancient tower is located on the right bank of Vam Co Dong river, in Binh Hoa commune, Trang Bang district, about 50km southeast of Tay Ninh city center. The Ancient Tower relic area has a total of 3 towers, but only the main tower is still intact, the main tower was restored in 1998. The remaining two towers have been destroyed, only the ruins remain. built on a square foundation. In the early twentieth century, Binh Thanh Tower and Tay Ninh Chop Mat Tower were discovered through archaeological reports at the Indochina archaeological research library. By 1993, these two towers were officially recognized as National Historical Monuments. Tay Ninh is in the Southeast region, the climate is temperate, divided into two distinct seasons: the dry season and the rainy season. The rainy season lasts from May to November, the dry season from December to April of the following year. The dry season in Tay Ninh is sunny but not too hot, suitable for outdoor tourism activities. If you want to visit Binh Thanh Ancient Tower, you should go in the dry season, so choose in the morning or late afternoon to avoid harsh sunlight. Binh Thanh Tay Ninh Ancient Tower is located on Provincial Road 786, in Binh Hoa commune, Trang Bang district. From the center of Tay Ninh city, you go along Highway 22B towards the center of Go Dau district, to the intersection of Voi hamlet (Ben Cau district), turn right to enter Provincial Road 786. From here, you run about 20km more. You will see a turn leading to the Ancient Tower. For convenience in visiting the Ancient Tower and famous tourist destinations in Tay Ninh, visitors should stay in the central area. In Tay Ninh, there are many types of resorts, with prices ranging from affordable to high-end. Depending on your needs, you can choose a suitable place to stay. Binh Thanh Ancient Tower was discovered in 1886 and is a rare architectural heritage of the Oc Eo culture that still retains its original construction design. Dating back centuries, this ancient tower has witnessed many ups and downs of Vietnamese history. Besides, Binh Thanh Tower also contains traditional cultural values, beliefs and religions of the ancient Funan people. The patterns and reliefs embossed on the tower are popular images in Hinduism, including stylized flowers and leaves, vitality, gods... These are symbols that Funan people worship and worship through. many centuries. The architecture, construction techniques and sculpture shown on the Stock Tower reflect the development to the pinnacle of Oc Eo culture at that time. These are valuable documents that help researchers learn and discover more unique historical and cultural values ​​in this ancient relic. Besides, Binh Thanh Tower also contains traditional cultural values, beliefs and religions of the ancient Funan people. The patterns and reliefs embossed on the tower are popular images in Hinduism, including stylized flowers and leaves, vitality, gods... These are symbols that Funan people worship and worship through. many centuries. The architecture, construction techniques and sculpture shown on the Stock Tower reflect the development to the pinnacle of Oc Eo culture at that time. These are valuable documents that help researchers learn and discover more unique historical and cultural values ​​in this ancient relic. With unique architecture, Binh Thanh Ancient Tower is a destination not to be missed for "virtual living" believers. The ancient tower has strange check-in corners, from mossy ancient walls to carved patterns on stone. Just lift the camera and you will have yourself an impressive set of photos. Besides, visitors coming here also have the opportunity to learn about historical stories and ancient Oc Eo culture.

Tay Ninh

December to April

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Mrs. Black Mountain

Ba Den Mountain is a famous mountain located in the cultural and historical relic complex of Ba Den Mountain and is associated with many legendary stories. With a height of 986m, Ba Den Mountain has become the roof of the Southern region and possesses majestic scenery amidst vast green rice fields. Currently, the mountain has been invested and built a campus with all kinds of flowers, blurry white clouds flying, creating a scene similar to Da Lat and especially the appearance of the Buddha statue of Tay Bo Da Son. highest in Vietnam. According to the current popular experience of going to Ba Den Mountain, you can conquer the mountain peak in many ways. Ba Den Mountain is a famous mountain located in the cultural and historical relic complex of Ba Den Mountain and is associated with many legendary stories. With a height of 986m, Ba Den Mountain has become the roof of the Southern region and possesses majestic scenery amidst vast green rice fields. Currently, the mountain has been invested and built a campus with all kinds of flowers, blurry white clouds flying, creating a scene similar to Da Lat and especially the appearance of the Buddha statue of Tay Bo Da Son. highest in Vietnam. According to the current popular experience of going to Ba Den Mountain, you can conquer the mountain peak in many ways. The ideal time to travel to Ba Den Mountain is from December to April. The weather at this time is dry and cool, very suitable for climbing and camping activities. In particular, during the Ba Den Pagoda festival season from January 4 to 16, you can come to pray for good things in this sacred land. For those who like to explore and experience the feeling of conquest, Ba Den Mountain will be an extremely wonderful place. According to experience traveling to Ba Den Mountain so far, there will be 5 routes with 5 different levels for you to choose from. The average time is about 3 to 4 hours depending on the route. And during the climb, when you stop to rest, you will enjoy the increasing beauty of the surrounding landscape. The higher you go, the more majestic and interesting everything looks. If you're lucky, on the way you will see white cloud friends hovering next to you. After reaching the top of the mountain, you must definitely check-in at the coordinates of Ba Den Mountain to save your glorious moment at the highest peak in Southern Vietnam. In addition, this place is surrounded by clouds all year round, creating an extremely magical space. Remember to capture these moments at the "cloud balcony". One of the important experiences when traveling to Ba Den Mountain that you must keep in mind is what to reward your belly with. Here are some suggestions that you can add to the menu to make your trip more complete: Tay Ninh young beef, Dew-dried rice paper rolled with pork, Tay Ninh grapefruit spring rolls, BBQ right at the top of the mountain...

Tay Ninh

From December to April

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Standing Waterfall

Standing Waterfall is originally a waterfall in the flow of Dak Quottle stream, in Bu Dang district, Binh Phuoc province. This is a waterfall connecting two hillsides in Minh Hung and Doan Ket communes, about 6km from Bu Dang district center, 55km from Dong Xoai city center, and about 23km from Bu Lach Grassland. With a geographical distance not too far, you can absolutely choose to visit Standing Waterfall if you have the opportunity to visit Dong Xoai city. The name Standing Waterfall comes from the difficult terrain of this waterfall. The scenery of the waterfall is the image of tall rocks stacked vertically on top of each other, so the waterfall is called Standing Waterfall. Depending on each climate type, Standing Waterfall will have its own unique beauty that nothing can mix with. Standing Waterfall in the rainy season, with strong streams of water due to the high flow of water, Standing Waterfall is like a wave rolling vertically, water pouring back into the lake surface, rushing hard against the rocks, releasing bubbles. White. The scenery at Standing Waterfall at this time looks splendid and easily makes people excited. However, because of the strong flow, the terrain of Standing Waterfall now becomes complex and winding, making it difficult to move. The waterfall water in the rainy season is also yellow in color because the soil here is mainly red basalt soil. Standing Waterfall in the dry season, this place seems to be nestled among the noise of the mountains and forests. No longer rolling waves churning out white foam, Standing Waterfall now gently nestles in the rocks, pouring out charming blue streams. This is also the best time that you should visit Standing Waterfall, floating and enjoying the cool sounds of nature. The notable highlight of the waterfall is the tall rocks stacked on top of each other amidst the vast mountains and forests, creating a valuable watercolor picture bestowed by nature. Under the erosion of water and natural arrangement, the rocks around this area are often hexagonal or rectangular in shape. Dotted on the banks of Standing Waterfall are lush green lawns lying peacefully under the shady canopy of ancient trees. Looming in the background are orchids mixed with wildflowers as if adding to the sound of the mountains and forests. Standing Waterfall on quiet dry days, we can relax and soak in the cool spring water, enjoy the peaceful feeling that nature brings, and erase all the fatigue that everyday life brings. The area around Standing Waterfall is also a unique cultural space of the Stieng ethnic people. This place is often chosen as the place where festivals of the Stieng people take place. If you visit on the right occasion, you will certainly have interesting experiences as well as learn more about the unique cultural lifestyle of this nation. In addition, if you are a lover of camping, you can go to the waterfall peak area. This is an ideal place for communal activities and together watching the entire beautiful scenery of Standing Waterfall.

Binh Phuoc

November to April

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Thac Mo Lake

Thac Mo hydroelectric reservoir is located in two districts of Phuoc Long and Bu Dang of Binh Phuoc province. This is an artificial lake with an area of ​​about 110km2 in the Thac Mo hydroelectric project complex. This place's main task is to provide water to surrounding areas as well as help Thac Mo hydroelectric plant produce electricity to serve people's daily activities. Besides, Thac Mo hydroelectric lake has a charming landscape with many cultivated plantations, green grasslands, open space and fresh air. This place is gradually becoming an attractive destination for young people who like to explore new and interesting things. Currently, Binh Phuoc province still does not have an airport, so if you are in the North and want to explore Thac Mo hydroelectric lake, you can move to Tan Son Nhat airport, Ho Chi Minh City. Then, from the airport continue to travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Binh Phuoc to this attraction. With a distance of 154km, it will take you about 4 more hours to drive from the city center to Thac Mo hydropower plant. Don't be afraid of the long distance, the road to Thac Mo hydroelectric power plant will make you surprised by the beautiful and enchanting scenery. If you choose Ho Chi Minh City center as the starting point when traveling by motorbike, we will guide you on the route from Ben Thanh market to Thac Mo hydroelectric lake. From Nguyen Thi Minh Khai and Dien Bien Phu streets, you go straight to Xo Viet Nghe Tinh/National Highway 13 (5.3km). Then, go along Highway 13 to Go Dua Street in Thu Duc (7.8km). At the intersection between DT743 and DT745/DT747B, continue moving toward Nguyen Tat Thanh in Phuoc Long town (107km). Finally, after reaching Thac Me bridge at Duc Hanh (6.4km), run straight to reach Thac Mo hydroelectric power plant. Along the road to Ba Ra Mountain Thac Mo Binh Phuoc, you will admire many beautiful landscapes that cannot be found anywhere else. Here you can trek with friends and relatives to Ba Ra mountain. On the way, you will easily encounter perennial rubber forests planted in extremely poetic straight lines. If you are lucky enough to go here in the fall, this road will be tinged with a dreamy yellow color like a European scene. You can also see fruit orchards such as durian, rambutan, or vegetable plantations. If you want, you can visit, experience and pick vegetables and fruits at the garden to enjoy the fresh taste of newly picked fruits. Thac Mo Hydropower Plant is located at the foot of Ba Ra Mountain, as beautiful as a vast steppe. Because tourism has not been exploited much, the scenery here is still wild and has a poetic beauty. Try with the people to experience fishing right on the lake, vacation on a beautiful small island here or enjoy rustic grilled fish. On weekends, to avoid the hustle and bustle of the city, have a picnic with friends right at the Thac Mo hydropower grassland. The large, green lawn will be a place for you to release all daily fatigue and stress and immerse yourself in the open nature. Most especially, you will have the opportunity to enjoy fish dishes, eel from Be River accompanied by Ba Ra wild banana flowers and a few jars of wine by the red fire.

Binh Phuoc

November to April

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Stream lake

Suoi Giai Lake is a charming landscape located in Tan Lap commune, Dong Phu district. About 20 km from the center of Dong Xoai City, and about 80 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Suoi Giai Lake is like a peaceful space nestled among the noise and dust of the city. The name Suoi Giai Lake comes from the connotation of Giai Nhan stream, which also means beautiful young woman. Therefore, the beautiful scenery here is often compared to a fairy descending to earth, gentle, gentle but no less flashy. Suoi Giai Lake is about 1.5 km wide, nestled between two hills, you can see the lake bed from above while driving. Review of Suoi Giai Lake shows that, in the past, Suoi Giai Lake was the upstream of a small stream. In 1978, after being approved by the Binh Phuoc provincial government, this place was converted into an irrigation dam with the task of storing and providing water for the use of the people here. Currently, this place is an interesting destination for the backpacking community, suitable for experiencing various types of activities such as camping, boating or fishing. Suoi Giai Lake is a large dam with a romantic and charming scene. At noon, the rays of sunlight shine down on the sparkling clear water, creating a very poetic and peaceful space. The most expensive scenery at Suoi Giai Lake must be at sunrise and sunset. When the sun appears and disappears, the scene seems to be dyed a brilliant orange-yellow color, lighting up the whole land and sky. On the lake bed, you can easily see the scene of a fisherman fishing and catching fish. It all took place under the sunset, painting a picture that couldn't have been more peaceful and romantic. Besides, when moving to Suoi Giai Lake, you will easily encounter wonderful and quite famous scenery. If you move from Binh Duong, you will pass by the Song Be Broken Bridge Relic, a famous place that appears quite a lot on the screen. In addition, when moving around the province, it will not be difficult for you to encounter Binh Phuoc rubber forests during the leaf-changing season. This is a place that many young people check in at the end of the year, when the forests are tall. The sun becomes bright yellow in a corner of Binh Phuoc sky.

Binh Phuoc

November to April

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Bu Gia Map National Park

Known as one of the famous national parks in Vietnam thanks to its diverse natural ecosystem, flora and fauna that contribute to creating impressive scenery. Bu Gia Map National Park is currently a famous tourist attraction that many people choose to visit when coming to Bu Gia Map district, Binh Phuoc province. Although it has been established for many years, it was not until 2002 that this place was officially converted from a conservation area to a national park. With a total area of ​​25,601.18 hectares and divided into many conservation areas for many rare plants, directly affecting the genetic research process of many precious plant species. In particular, the forest coverage reaches 90%, creating a habitat for many types of animals. Not only does it play a conservation role, this is also a national park that greatly contributes to protecting and regulating water sources for hydroelectric and irrigation lakes. Visitors to Bu Gia Map National Park will be able to admire the close natural scenery, admire the green beauty, discover many precious flora and fauna species, and participate in interesting activities. Characterized by a sub-equatorial tropical monsoon climate, the national park has two distinct seasons: sunny and dry during the year. In particular, the average temperature will be about 25.8 - 26.2°C, which is quite favorable for visiting and exploring the national park landscape during the trip. Therefore, you can schedule a visit to the tourist area at any time of the year. However, to have a smooth visit and keep many memorable memories, you should choose to go during the dry season. Specifically, from November to early May of next year, you should avoid going to Bu Gia Map National Park during the rainy season because it will make it difficult to move and see the scenery. After arriving in Binh Phuoc province, to have a memorable and easier trip to Bu Gia Map National Park, many tourists are interested in choosing a quality place to stop. With the strong development of the tourism industry and the large number of tourists visiting every year, here you can find many hotels in Binh Phuoc. In particular, depending on the needs and desires of each person, they can choose a hotel with suitable quality for themselves. Therefore, you do not need to worry about where to stay on this tour. Besides, visitors can also refer to hotels in Binh Duong or City. Ho Chi Minh if you plan to visit during the day or camp on site. Trekking activities are indispensable when visiting natural tourist destinations such as national parks. During this process, you will experience many adventurous activities, immersing yourself in exciting space and scenery. At the same time, this is also an opportunity to explore many species of flora and fauna preserved in the national park. In addition, Da Voi Beach and Dak Mai Waterfall are an interesting attraction located in the national park area. Not only is it a large area, but this place also possesses many giant rocks in the middle of lush cashew gardens. and create the majestic Elephant Rock. Besides, Dak Mai waterfall flows from Dak Nong through Bu Gia Map national park combining changes in height to create an impressive and beautiful waterfall. One of the great experiences when coming to the famous tourist area in Binh Phuoc is to enjoy delicious dishes that are uniquely prepared and attractive. Some outstanding dishes that are highly appreciated by many tourists include: beef soup, bamboo-tube rice, wild boar meat, etc. All of them use available ingredients grown by local people. Through skillful processing, it creates unforgettable specialties from the first time you enjoy it.

Binh Phuoc

November to early May

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Bu Lach Grassland

If you are looking for a spacious and cool camping location near Saigon, please refer to Bu Lach Glade. Located in village 7, Dong Nai commune, Bu Dang district, Binh Phuoc, this is one of the most attractive camping locations for tourists. Surrounded by primeval forests and a large lake in the middle, Bu Lach has a strangely pristine and peaceful natural scenery. This place was originally a cluster of nearly 20 grasslands of different sizes with an area of ​​up to 500 hectares. The reason for its name is due to a misreading of the local language of the M'Nong people. The village elders explained that here the word "lach" in the M'Nong language means "glad", in the glade there is a water tank so it is called Bau Lach, if read incorrectly it becomes Bu Lach. The road to Bu Lach Grassland is not too difficult. If you are from Saigon, you can buy bus tickets at Mien Dong bus station. Ticket prices are usually from 100k to 250k. If you want to explore nature and travel, you can travel by motorbike. There are two directions to get to Binh Phuoc. One is from Binh Trieu Bridge to follow Highway 133. The second direction is from Saigon Bridge to Hanoi Highway. Travel time is about 2 hours and 30 minutes to arrive. Check-in to the grassland, visitors will be amazed at what nature has bestowed upon them. These are vast green lawns surrounded by clear blue water, surrounded by primeval forests. Just like that, one glade follows another, endlessly green. The glades are usually about 5-10 hectares wide, but Big Glade is the most beautiful and widest, nearly 100 hectares. Another unique feature is that there is only one type of needle grass growing mixed with purple wildflowers, making the scene even more wild. Not only is the background beautiful for taking photos, you will also be impressed with the scenery here. Just standing there looking and breathing feels good. All the worries, fatigue, and dust have gone, leaving only the feeling of being surrounded by nature. Visitors here can also fish, walk sightseeing, boating, camping, play soccer on the grass, etc. Especially, in the dry season, the grass in the glade will turn bright yellow. You can bring tents to camp and hold BBQ parties. In addition to playing in the lake and grass fields, you can also go deep inside to see beautiful waterfalls. The grasslands and water basins are all protected forest areas and forbidden forests, so there are no residents living here. Around the grassland there are only villages of the S'tieng, M'Nong and Chau Ma ethnic groups. You can visit the communal houses to visit and learn about their culture. If you come in the third lunar month, you will be able to participate in their Dam Bau fish-catching festival.

Binh Phuoc

From January to December

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Ba Ra Mountain

As one of the three highest mountains in the Southeast region, Ba Ra Thac Mo Mountain, Binh Phuoc, located at an altitude of 723m above sea level and with rugged terrain, was once a place marking many heroic, resilient and heroic achievements. There are so many anecdotes associated with important historical events of the nation. At Ba Ra Mountain Thac Mo Binh Phuoc also has Be River, Thac Me, Thac Mo hydroelectric power plant and forests with diverse and rich flora. Coming here, you will definitely admire the beautiful landscape painting that captivates people's hearts. From 1925 to 1941, the French colonialists built at the foot of Ba Ra mountain a large prison consisting of 3 military camps: Military camp A to imprison thieves and robbers; Military camp B held female prisoners, political criminals, and people suspected of being communists but not convicted; Military camp C to hold political prisoners. Currently, on the top of Ba Ra mountain there are still traces of the airport built by the American invaders. In addition, to commemorate the merits, a stele house and a memorial temple for soldiers, soldiers and people who sacrificed their lives in the resistance war in the Ba Ra area were built on Bang Lang hill in the Ba Ra mountain relic complex. Thac Mo Binh Phuoc. Another option for young people who like to explore and conquer spectacular challenges is trekking Ba Ra mountain. From the foot of the mountain, you can travel by motorbike or car along the paved road leading to Bang Lang hill. There is a memorial stele here to remember the merits of heroic martyrs. In addition, you can also try to experience the feeling of riding the cable car here. Ba Ra Temple is a project belonging to the Ba Ra historical relic complex and is also known as Linh Son Temple. The design here is inspired by the beliefs of the Southeast region, similar to famous architectural works in the Ba Den mountain complex (Tay Ninh) and Ba Chua Xu (An Giang). On the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th days of the third lunar month every year, the Ba Ra Temple Festival is held, attracting many people to gather here to visit and express their gratitude and belief in their beliefs. folk. Binh Phuoc is not only famous for tourist destinations such as Bu Gia Map National Park or Quang Minh Pagoda. Ba Ra Mountain Thac Mo Binh Phuoc is also one of the tourist attractions that attracts many people from all provinces and cities to admire.

Binh Phuoc

From January to December

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Suoi Lam Lake

Suoi Lam Lake Tourist Area is one of the famous natural tourist destinations in Binh Phuoc next to Bu Gia Map National Park, Thac Mo Hydroelectric Lake, Ba Ra Mountain... With a romantic blue lake and forests. Rubber trees stretch to the horizon, the scenery here not only captures the hearts of the traveling community but also turns Suoi Lam Lake into the most popular weekend destination. It can be said that every season, this place captivates the footsteps of discoverers in a very unique way. If the period from December to January next year is memorable because of the cold weather and the radiant spring sunlight filtering through the leaves that are gradually changing color, then late February and early March will be the ideal time. Let you immerse yourself in the pure white color of the blooming coffee flower forest. Located in Dong Phu district, Binh Phuoc province, Ho Suoi Lam tourist area is very close to Ho Chi Minh City. With a distance of about 120km, it is extremely convenient for traveling, you can easily get here by many types of means of transport such as motorbikes, cars, and buses. A little more specifically about long-distance transportation, at Mien Dong Bus Station there are many bus routes departing from Saigon to Binh Phuoc. Depending on the bus company as well as the travel distance you choose, the expected ticket price will be around 65,000 VND to 100,000 VND/person. For backpackers who want to conquer Binh Phuoc in general and Ho Suoi Lam tourist area in particular by motorbike, below are the most popular routes from near and far: Starting from Saigon, you can go towards Binh Trieu Bridge to Highway 13 or Saigon Bridge to Hanoi Highway. No matter which route you choose, explorers will stop by Binh Duong - a place that welcomes you with a forest of rubber trees all along both sides of the road, as beautiful as a Korean movie, extremely suitable for check-in. virtual living". Possessing an area of ​​up to 100 hectares, Suoi Lam Lake has a depth of about 4 meters. The lake surface here is calm all year round, making a special impression with its clear water reflecting the clouds. Surrounded by immense forests, the lake and stream are home to many species of freshwater fish such as silver carp and carp. carp, snakehead fish, carp... Not only does it impress with the pristine, peaceful and green natural scenery, coming here during the flower blooming season you also have the opportunity to enjoy the beautiful lake space like an earthly fairyland. The surface of the lake, which was originally like a shining mirror, is now covered with a layer of pure white flowers with extremely clear and pure beauty. Rowing a boat in the middle of the lake, you will soon let your soul drift along this beautiful forest of flowers and let them gently relieve all the pressure and fatigue that comes from a busy everyday life. Besides the captivating natural beauty, Suoi Lam Lake Tourist Area is also an ideal destination for relaxation, camping, fishing and picnics. Young people who come here after taking photos with the poetic lake and setting up tents to camp along the forest often participate in recreational activities such as bathing in streams, boating, water skiing... The tourist area also Providing large bamboo huts and cheap charcoal stove services to serve the picnic needs of families and groups of friends.

Binh Phuoc

November to April

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Phu Cuong Cathedral

Phu Cuong Cathedral is also known as Phu Cuong Diocese Cathedral. The church is located at Phu Cuong intersection so you can easily find it. In the middle of a bustling and crowded intersection, Phu Cuong church is like a quiet note in the city. Outstanding architecture and classic gray-green paint make the church even more attractive. Phu Cuong diocesan church was built in 1864, initially as a brick church and renovated in 2014 with its current appearance. This is a unique architectural work with a combination of classic and modern, with typical domes in the style of a Catholic church, with pointed roofs and arched windows, with many similarities to the Catholic Church. worship My Tho Cathedral. Phu Cuong Cathedral possesses unique architecture and a large cathedral area, which is what attracts tourists to visit. The church is located in the center of Thu Dau Mot, the campus has many green trees, bringing a peaceful, quiet and deeply religious space to the people of Binh Duong. The church was built with the typical architectural style of Catholic cathedrals popular in Western countries. The cathedral area is very impressively built, the dome is up to 41m high, surrounded by sparkling colored glass windows. The entire church architecture is covered in elegant gray and white tones, with classic and artistic gothic patterns. In the center of the church campus is a solemn and ancient statue of the Virgin Mary. Going deep into Phu Cuong Cathedral, you will enter a sacred Catholic cathedral. This room is where the main ceremonies of the church are performed, and can accommodate up to nearly 300 people. On the walls of the cathedral are many paintings of Jesus and the ideas that Catholics want to spread to their parishioners. In addition to the cathedral area, around the campus of Phu Cuong Cathedral, there is also space for rest rooms, a library, a community learning area, and a church office. From here, you can also easily move to other famous spiritual tourist attractions of Binh Duong such as Hoi Khanh Pagoda, Tibetan Temple, Ba Thien Hau Pagoda, etc. While visiting Phu Cuong Cathedral, you need to note a few things below: Because Phu Cuong Church is a place of religious activities and has sacred religious significance, during the visit you should choose polite and neat clothes, do not talk loudly, and do not joke loudly. The church is open to everyone to visit. However, you need to limit your access to private areas of the church and absolutely do not enter areas with prohibited signs. If you attend church services, you need to listen quietly, turn off your phone, and show respect and reverence. If you take photos, do not use flash mode to avoid affecting others. Do not litter the church grounds, do not smoke or take actions that affect the church landscape.

Binh Duong

From January to December

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Phu An Bamboo Village

Phu An bamboo village, also known as Di An bamboo village, is a famous destination in Binh Duong. With fresh natural scenery and peaceful space, this place attracts a large number of tourists to visit. Phu An Bamboo Village is memorable for its lush green bamboo forests shady in the summer afternoon, its gentle winding streams and its space like a "fairyland". Coming to the bamboo village, visitors can participate in ecological activities such as walking, sightseeing, fishing or simply enjoy the quiet space when camping. With rich nature and diverse activities, Phu An bamboo village promises to be an ideal destination for those who want to escape urban life and immerse themselves in fresh nature and experience unique culture. of Binh Duong. Visitors can visit Phu An bamboo village at any time of the year. However, there are two periods that are considered the most ideal: March to May, September to November. Phu An Bamboo Village has a beautiful natural landscape, with green fields, forest ponds and abundant plants. Visitors can participate in activities such as walking, sightseeing, fishing and camping to enjoy the natural space. Visitors can enjoy unique dishes such as grilled snakehead fish, grilled honey chicken, grilled spring rolls... These dishes are made from fresh ingredients, guaranteed to leave you with an unforgettable impression. . Besides, at Phu An Bamboo Village, you can participate in folk games such as tug of war, rope jumping, archery or hammock burning. This is an opportunity to experience the culture and history of the area. In particular, visit craft villages because Binh Duong is famous for traditional craft villages, and Phu An bamboo village is no exception. Visitors can visit ceramic villages, conical hat villages and bronze casting villages to learn about production technology and shop for unique handmade products.

Binh Duong

March to May and September to November

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Chau Thoi Pagoda

Chau Thoi Pagoda is located on top of Chau Thoi mountain, a mountain in Binh An commune, Di An district, Binh Duong province. Chau Thoi Pagoda is 20km west of Thu Dau Mot city, adjacent to Dong Nai river and located close to major roads to major cities such as Ho Chi Minh, Bien Hoa, Ba Ria - Vung Tau... Thanks to its location With a prime geographical location, Chau Thoi pagoda attracts many domestic and foreign tourists every year to visit and worship the pagoda. Based on research sources, Chau Thoi Pagoda was founded by Zen Master Khanh Long in 1612. At that time, Chau Thoi Pagoda was still a small hut and was called Hoi Son Tu. With more than 300 years of history, Chau Thoi Pagoda has gone through 13 generations of abbots. To have the present spacious appearance, the pagoda has undergone dozens of restorations. In 1930, the Ancestral Church and lecture hall were restored; In 1971, cement was used to build 220 climbing steps. These 220 steps are still used today to serve climbers; In 1993, the main hall was restored. In recent years, other items such as stupas, Buddha statues, dragons... have also been gradually built and completed. Chau Thoi Pagoda is about 30km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City center. In Ho Chi Minh City, you can choose car, motorbike or bus to get to Chau Thoi Pagoda. Car, motorbike: with a distance equivalent to 30km, if you travel by these two means, it will take about 60 minutes. First, run along Truong Chinh Street to Hanoi Highway at Tan Thoi Nhat -> go along Hanoi Highway and National Highway 1K about 25km to Chau Thoi, Binh An, Di An -> Continue to Chau Thoi You will arrive at Chau Thoi mountain in Binh Thang commune. At this point, you will have two choices: either climb 220 steps to get to Chau Thoi mountain, or run straight up a bit and there will be a path to Chau Thoi pagoda. Bus: from the Western bus station, you take bus 601 to go to Bien Hoa city, Dong Nai, the time will be about 60 minutes -> take bus number 5 going towards Bien Hoa Cho To, this bus will go straight to Chau Thoi mountain, travel time is about 10 minutes. If you choose to go by road, at the 170th step you will see a large rock right in the middle of the path, especially this rock is always used by temple visitors to burn incense. People often call that rock by the familiar name "Mr. Ta", the god who guards the temple door. In the 1900s, during the process of building 220 walking stairs, people worked together to dig out a lot of stones. However, only "Mr. Ta" can't get rid of him no matter what he tries. At that time, the abbot used paint and wrote on it some Chinese characters meaning "Ta Lao Trung Son" or Mr. Ta who guards the mountain. From then on, everyone, whether local people or visitors to the pagoda, wholeheartedly worshiped "Mr. Ta". At Chau Thoi pagoda, people rumored that couples in love should not go to the pagoda together because this place is an ancient temple that "kills love". However, this is still a baseless rumor because every day many couples come to the temple to pray for love. To this day, they are still happy and visit the temple on special occasions. Visitors to Chau Thoi Pagoda, at the height of the pagoda, can see the clear, quiet lake surface combined with shady green trees, creating a beautiful scene that is likened to a fairyland. Scenery of Binh Duong. Currently, Chau Thoi Pagoda is a unique, diverse and rich architectural complex including the main hall, the Ngu Hanh Nuong Nuong shrine, Linh Son Thanh Mau, Dieu Tri Kim Mau, Thien Thu Thien Nhan and Ngoc shrine. Emperor God. The most unique architecture of the pagoda is the roof, where the workers used each piece of porcelain to form 9 dragons. A special feature is that 9 dragons look out in 9 different directions with the purpose of guarding and sealing the pagoda. Coming to Chau Thoi Pagoda, visitors will have the opportunity to admire large Buddha statues and Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva statues hand-cast by craftsmen in bronze or marble. In particular, the pagoda also preserves three ancient stone Buddha statues and a Guanyin statue made of jackfruit wood that is up to 100 years old.

Binh Duong

From January to December

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Thuy Chau tourist area

Thuy Chau eco-tourism area is considered a green land in the emerging land of Binh Duong. Currently, the total area of ​​the tourist area has reached hundreds of thousands of square meters, all covered with green trees. Inside, there are a number of lakes and artificial waterfalls that contribute to bringing a cool, airy space like in Da Lat to visitors coming here. When traveling to Thuy Chau, you can freely check-in at different scenes. Whether you want a majestic or romantic style, this place has it all. In addition, you can participate in interesting entertainment activities to forget all the troubles of everyday life. Not simply a place for you to come and participate in the activities that the resort organizes, you can still comfortably prepare your own picnic activities. Overall, this is a tourist area highly appreciated by tourists for its thoughtfulness in organization to bring the most comfort to visitors. Although the landscapes at Thuy Chau tourist area are mainly artificial, when you come here and take pictures, you will be surprised with the naturalness of every line. You can rest assured because there are many projects and locations here that can help you own a great album from land to water. The first to mention is the artificial waterfall Thuy Chau, this is a waterfall with an area among the top "huge" artificial waterfalls in Vietnam, bringing a majestic scene no different from the waterfalls created by nature. In addition, another super artistic point is that the streams and rocky crevices are created lifelike, promising to bring you stunning photos. With the cool air and green color of the trees, it is really difficult to distinguish this as an artificial tourist area. But no matter what, if you only have a short time on the weekend and still have beautiful and luxurious photos, this place deserves ten points for "view" photography. Amidst the hustle and bustle of the city, a green paradise near the city center like Thuy Chau tourist area will be an ideal stopover for long, busy days. Relaxing and immersing yourself in the peaceful scenery, enjoying the fresh air, there's nothing better! When you come here, you can freely participate in interesting underwater activities. If you are a lover of something close to nature, you can immerse yourself in the cool stream at Thuy Chau waterfall. If you are the type of person who loves modernity, go right to the swimming pool, and remember to take some classy photos. When you come here, you can freely participate in interesting underwater activities. If you are a lover of something close to nature, you can immerse yourself in the cool stream at Thuy Chau waterfall. If you are the type of person who loves modernity, go right to the swimming pool, and remember to take some classy photos. Not only that, a place that can help you feel like you are going to a zoo combined with tourism is the freshwater crocodile lake. If you go to river resorts and you can sit on a fishing boat, then when you go to Thuy Chau you can also fish, but crocodile fishing. Sounds like quality, right? When traveling during the festival, you will enjoy other unique artistic performance activities in the bustling, crowded atmosphere of the holiday. Because of the thoughtfulness from construction to organizing fun activities, this young and dynamic Thuy Chau tourist area has attracted a large number of tourists. As for food, if you go on a picnic with your family, you can prepare food in advance and bring it along. If you're traveling for fun, don't worry, the restaurant inside the tourist area is ready to serve the region's best dishes at affordable prices.

Binh Duong

From January to December

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Wind and Water Coffee

In 2016, Wind and Water Cafe (wNw Cafe) by architect Vo Trong Nghia and his colleagues made its first breakthrough in Binh Duong with a unique design that won second prize at the 2006 Vietnam Architecture Award and designed Architect Vo Trong Nghia became the first Vietnamese to win a gold medal at the 2007-2008 Asian Architects Association (Arcasia Awards) competition with the winning architecture project "Wind and Wind Coffee". Water" in Binh Duong. Continuously reaping success with awards: Second prize in the international architectural competition using bamboo materials organized by Bamboo Technologies Maui (USA) 2007; The architecture won the International Architecture Award (IAA) in the US in 2009. That appearance immediately attracted the attention of modern, stylish, nature-loving customers and affirmed its unique appeal to customers upon arrival. “Binh Duong is changing, needs are changing with the uniqueness of the project; We will attract all customers inside and outside the province as well as foreign tourists who love Vietnamese quintessence, Vietnamese culture and Vietnamese soul," the restaurant owner here shared. The architecture of the new wNw remains close to nature and people; expressed in the open space overlooking the street and through the use of natural materials, wood, and stone. wNw cafe's image is designed to convey traditional values ​​of Vietnamese culture; That is the purity of the lotus flower. The green bamboo garden reflects the community connection between family members and friends, and is an ideal place to meet and socialize for guests who want to go to a cafe to relax after the pressures of work. and confinement at home. Not only is it a harmonious aesthetic combination of space through scientific interior arrangement. But most importantly, the project uses wind energy and the cooling ability of water to create a natural air conditioner. A notable change is that the bar right in the center of the restaurant has also been refined to serve groups of friends, families, and groups organizing birthday parties and small parties on birthdays and memorable days. mine. In the new plan, wNw will have entertainment programs, lucky draws, music, and exchanges with singers from Ho Chi Minh City and Binh Duong. Prices for drinks and snacks are also suitable for domestic and foreign customers.

Binh Duong

From January to December

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Hoi Khanh Pagoda

Hoi Khanh Pagoda is an ancient Buddhist temple founded by Zen Master Dai Ngan (of the Lam Te lineage) in the 2nd Canh Hung year, Le Hien Tong's reign, or the year of the Rooster (1741) in Thu Dau Mot city, Binh province. Positive. At first the pagoda was built on a high hill, but in 1861 it was destroyed during the war. The pagoda was rebuilt by Master Thich Chanh Dac at the foot of the hill about 100 meters from the old location. The current address of the pagoda is 29 Chua Hoi Khanh Street, Phu Cuong Ward, Thu Dau Mot City, 30 km north of Ho Chi Minh City. The pagoda is located 150 meters from the main road. Behind the Tam Quan gate, there are dragon and phoenix carvings. The pagoda is located on a quiet land with many trees, especially four oil trees that were planted for more than a century not long after the pagoda was rebuilt. The chanting place and the east side of the pagoda were rebuilt in 1917 and the west side was rebuilt in 1984. The main hall was rebuilt in 1990 and 1991. On February 29, 1992, the Buddhist Council of Song Be province consecrated the temple. Restore historical statues in the temple. The area of ​​the main front plus the chanting area and the space on the east and west sides is 700 m². The Buddha statues here were all created by workers in the Thu Dau Mot area in the 19th century. In particular, Hoi Khanh Pagoda in Binh Duong is also associated with the activities of Deputy Nguyen Sinh Sac (father of President Ho Chi Minh). In 1923 - 1926, Mr. Nguyen Sinh Sac together with Mr. Tu Cuc (Phan Dinh Vien) and Venerable Tu Van founded the Honor Society here. In May 2013, the Asian Records Organization officially established the Reclining Buddha statue at the pagoda as "The longest Buddha statue entering Nirvana on the roof of a pagoda in Asia". Although restored and expanded many times, this is basically a rare temple that still retains most of its original architecture. The highlight of this ancient pagoda is its rich value in terms of cultural history, architectural art, especially the majority of relics and antiques that have been preserved for hundreds of years until now. Hoi Khanh is also considered a temple that represents the common characteristics of ancient temples in Binh Duong. The main hall and lecture hall are arranged in a "face-down" style, connected together in a "snail-shaped" manner, a common architectural form for communal houses and pagodas in Dang Trong at that time. In the temple grounds, there are 4 structures named after 4 holy relics associated with the Buddha, including Lumbini garden (where the Buddha was born); Bodh Gaya (where the Buddha attained enlightenment), Deer Park (where the Buddha preached the Dharma Wheel Sutra) and Kushinagar (where the Buddha entered nirvana). Around the temple yard are 9 towers of 9 deceased abbots, elaborately built. On the left side of the pagoda there is also a 7-storey tower, recently restored. The lower floor of the tower is where the pagoda's cultural products are displayed, such as tapes and discs, commemorative Buddha statues, bells... The architectural interior, paintings, statues, and worship objects in Hoi Khanh Pagoda are all very sophisticatedly sculpted and engraved, with themes such as four sacred animals, nine dragons, grape vines, leaves, and flowers. In addition, a 22m high Buddha pedestal was built in the land in front of the Pagoda. The ground floor is a row of houses 64m long, 23m wide used as a Buddhist school, library... The upper floor is decorated with a statue of Master Shakyamuni entering Nirvana, 12m high, 52m long. In particular, there are two reliefs carved with images of 18 Arhats and Bodhisattvas, creating a beautiful sculpture with high artistic value typical of the ancient Binh Duong wood carving style. As for the tureen, poetry is still preserved in abundance, with value that is hard to match in any temple. Many people refer to the couplet of the deputy director Nguyen Sinh Sac still kept at Hoi Khanh Pagoda, with the concise meaning of Zen: "The great path is open to the senses, the body and the moon. Cultivating the Zen subject, taking refuge in the wind-headed lizard's hair" (Temporary translation: Expanding the path is as big as a rabbit's horn, like finding the moon at the bottom of water. Nurturing the temple roof is like turtle fur like a wind pillar at the top of a tree). As for interior decoration art, worship statues are sculpted and carved very elaborately and sharply... especially the set of "eighteen Arhats" (created in 1921), the talisman. The "four times" sculpture covers the two columns in front of the main hall; The elaborately carved altars were completed in the year of At Suu (1925). The pagoda still retains a set of woodblocks printed on sutras from over 120 years ago. The pagoda's great bell was cast in the year of the Goat (1883) and was donated by Buddhist monk Duong Van Lua. This shows that Buddhism developed quite early and was quite strong in this locality.

Binh Duong

From January to December

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Dai Nam tourist area

Dai Nam Tourist Area is also known as Dai Nam Van Hien Lost Landscape Tourist Area or Dai Nam Wonderland Tourist Area. The tourist area was built in Thu Dau Mot town, Binh Duong city, only 40km from Ho Chi Minh City. To get from Saigon to here, it only takes about 30 minutes to drive. Not only has the location and convenient transportation, the staycation location near Saigon also has many interesting things. Dai Nam Temple, also known as Kim Dien, was once recognized as the largest temple in Vietnam (in 2007). This is also where special festival programs often take place during the Buddha's Birthday season. Inside the main hall are many large statues such as: the statue of Buddha Shakyamuni, the statue of Dieu Ngu Giac Hoang Tran Nhan Tong, the statue of Patriarch Hung Vuong... The highlight in the Golden Palace is the statues and decorative reliefs. 24K gold plated decoration. Dai Nam amusement and entertainment area was built on an area of ​​about 50 hectares with countless different entertainment games. Coming to Dai Nam tourist area, you will have the opportunity to experience popular games; Thrilling games to exploration games such as: Deep Train, Spaceship War, Wind Surfing Dinosaur, Sky Exploration, Cyclone Ship, Five Dragon Palace, Orc Cave, Skiing... Bao Son mountain range is a highlight in the architectural complex of Dai Nam tourist area. Bao Son mountain range is considered the highest artificial mountain range in Vietnam. This project includes 5 mountains with a height of up to 65.8m. Inside this mountain range are majestic statues such as Bodhisattva statue, Maitreya statue,... Dai Nam Zoo is the largest open zoo in the country. There are many rare animals here, some species are also listed in the red book such as: white peacocks, rhinos, South African white tigers, fire leopards... The most special thing, most of the animals here are raised. released naturally, not kept in cages to ensure they have the most ideal living environment. Not only owning the largest artificial mountain range, Dai Nam tourist area also owns the largest artificial beach in Vietnam. This is a place that always attracts a large number of tourists with its cool, clear blue water; Artificial waves feel as exciting as swimming in a natural sea. With a scale of more than 22 hectares, Dai Nam beach is divided into 2 areas: freshwater sea and saltwater sea.

Binh Duong

From January to December

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Suoi Tien cultural tourist area

Suoi Tien tourist area is also known as Suoi Tien Cultural Park, this is a magical land located at No. 120, Hanoi Highway, Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City, City center 20km south. Suoi Tien tourist area in Ho Chi Minh City is open to serve tourists from 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. from Monday to Sunday every week. Particularly for holidays, the park will be open all day from 7:00 a.m. until all customers are gone. Coming to the fairy stream, we will begin to explore the Ngoc Nu Fairy Pool. This is considered the most famous and attractive place of Suoi Tien tourist area, Tien Dong Ngoc Nu beach is considered the first artificial beach in Vietnam. Therefore, this has become a place that attracts many tourists to come and experience. The special feature here is that the swimming pool's seawater is taken from Nha Trang Bay and cleaned using modern Canadian technology with many closed processes. This is also the area that attracts the most tourists to check in because not only is there a beach, but around it there are also Au Co mountains, statues of Lac Long Quan, Bong Lai, Hoang Khuong, Ngu Chau and many other places. many caves. Therefore, this scene is very popular with many young people. Next, the crocodile kingdom, this is always an attractive destination for everyone, here you will see more than 15,000 crocodiles "performing". Watching crocodiles lying motionless hunting, sunbathing or soaking in the water from a safe height protected by iron cages will be a wonderful experience for you. Furthermore, you can also feed them or fish for crocodiles with the provided baits attached to sturdy fishing rods. Next to that is the souvenir area, here you can see handicrafts made with the common theme of crocodiles, which you can choose as decorations or gifts for relatives and friends. Suoi Tien tourist area has contributed to protecting, researching and combating the trafficking and hunting of wild animals such as crocodiles. And indispensable lively adventure games. For those who love thrills, Suoi Tien Cultural Park will be a destination not to be missed with more than 90 games and activities for both adults and children. Here you may have to pay a surcharge from 15,000 VND to 60,000 VND for each trip. In addition, at Suoi Tien there are special festivals. With such a large and attractive space for tourists, Suoi Tien tourist area also organizes many attractive festivals to attract more people to come and participate. And each festival has a large and luxurious scale, the most prominent of which are the spring festival and summer festival. Spring Festival is held in the first months of the year to welcome visitors to Suoi Tien. The entire tourist area will be filled with fragrant flowers and many attractive games and activities related to Vietnam's traditional Tet holiday. The summer festival is held in June, this is the occasion when Suoi Tien tourist area promotes fruits for the Southern region. These are attractive fruits of the Mekong Delta region. Coming here, you will not only be able to eat delicious dishes but also admire attractive fruit creations by artisans.

Ho Chi Minh City

From January to December

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Dam Sen water park

Dam Sen Park has a total area of ​​nearly 50 hectares, of which 60% is natural greenery, 20% is water surface with a vast lake and Dam Sen and the remaining 20% ​​is for entertainment games. The park is divided into two areas: Dam Sen Cultural Park (Dry Sen Kho) and Dam Sen Water Park (Dam Sen Nuoc). Established in 1976, Dam Sen Park is a delicate blend of Asian and European cultures, creating a unique space. With nearly four decades of operation, this place has always been one of the top destinations in Saigon. Coming here, visitors will be immersed in diverse and interesting entertainment games, serving all interests and ages. MIA.vn believes that this place will bring you wonderful experiences. Dam Sen Nuoc gathers many diverse water games, giving you a cool and refreshing feeling, from thrilling games to gentle relaxing games. During the hot days of summer, going to Dam Sen Water Park to soak in the cool blue water and participate in water games really couldn't be better. The activities here will bring you a feeling of relaxation, help relieve fatigue as well as provide positive energy for the body after stressful working days. The highlight is the unique Water Jet Massage or Massage Pool service with a system of 12 water jets hidden in the lake, with diverse intensities that will skillfully impact your body, like hands massaging each muscle. In addition, experience the uniqueness of Fish Massage at Dam Sen. Step into the tank containing small fish, they will help remove dead cells on the skin, while improving blood circulation and bringing perfect relaxation. Entering the fountain square at Dam Sen Nuoc, you will enjoy powerful water jets spraying from below, not only cooling the body, but also bringing relaxation to the soul. The carefree river will help you float on the river on a float through wonderful roads and landscapes. If you are passionate about thrilling experiences, you cannot miss this area. Some outstanding games include zip-lining over waterfalls, extreme double twists, tornadoes, roller coasters... bringing extreme stimulation while also challenging your kidneys' hardness. Surely this place will make the journey to explore Dam Sen Water Park more interesting and memorable. Inflatable games are especially loved by groups of young people and couples. The combination of exciting adventure and gentle moments of relaxation will definitely help you dispel the heat of summer days. With the Triple Inflatable Slide game up to 12m high and 25m wide, you will enjoy exciting moments when gliding down at a thrilling speed. The winding roads and unexpected twists and turns will bring extreme excitement to the three brothers on the float. Black Thunder slide will take you down from a height of 11m, through two exciting twists and turns, combined with unique sounds and lights, promising to bring unforgettable experiences. The swimming pool area is very popular with families with small children, because the water is always cool, fresh and maintained clean. Visitors can lead children to participate in fun activities at the wave pool with different wave levels, from gentle to strong, creating a diverse and interesting experience. The children's pool area has a giant mushroom-shaped fountain, creating a fun and attractive space. Children can explore, play and participate in activities, helping to develop dynamism, discovery, creativity and intelligence. Dam Sen Park allows guests to bring food from outside into the area. However, to ensure general hygiene, you should only bring simple dry foods such as fruit, cakes and water. In addition, if you want to enjoy a more comfortable meal and not have to bother bringing food, there are many restaurants inside Dam Sen for you to choose from. One of them is Thuy Ta restaurant, which focuses on fusion dishes between Chinese and Vietnamese. The food here is considered delicious and diverse, made by experienced chefs. You can also go to restaurant 79, designed in a natural style, surrounded by garden trees. This provides a cool space, helping you enjoy lunch with typical Western flavors. In addition, Men cricket shop is also an option, located opposite the children's play area. This is a place that serves meals to a variety of people, especially dishes suitable for children.

Ho Chi Minh City

From January to December

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Independence Palace

Independence Palace is one of the most unique and famous architectural works in Ho Chi Minh City, having existed for more than 150 years. The construction stone was laid by Mr. La Grandière, the French Governor in South Vietnam, in 1868 and completed in 1871. In 1867, after the French occupied Cochinchina Luc Province, they immediately designed and built a new mansion on Norodom Avenue (now Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street) for Cochinchina Governor La Grandière in Saigon, replacing the Palace. was built of wood at the end of Catinat Street (now Dong Khoi Street) in 1863. In February 1868, Governor La Grandière held the ceremony of laying the first stone, starting construction of the Governor's Palace of Cochinchina according to the sketch plan of architect Achille Antoine Hermite. The project was completed in 1871 and was named Norodom Palace, after the name of the King of Cambodia who ruled during that time. In March 1945, Japan overthrew France, monopolized Indochina, and Norodom Palace became the workplace of the Japanese government in Vietnam. In September of the same year, Japan lost in World War II, Norodom Palace returned to the French government. In May 1954, France signed the Geneva Accords and withdrew from Vietnam, and the country was divided into two separate territories. Norodom Palace was handed over by the representative of the French government to the representative of the Saigon government, Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem. In October 1955, Prime Minister Ngo Dinh Diem deposed Chief of State Bao Dai, established the Republic of Vietnam government and became President, and officially changed the Palace's name to Independence Palace. In February 1962, after the coup of the Republic of Vietnam army pilot, the Independence Palace was bombed and the entire main left wing was destroyed, unable to be restored. In July of the same year, President Ngo Dinh Diem decided to raze everything and build a new mansion right on the old ground according to the design project of Architect Ngo Viet Thu. In November 1963, the project was unfinished when President Ngo Dinh Diem was assassinated. In October 1966, the new Independence Palace was inaugurated, and the person who presided over and took over this building was Chairman of the National Leadership Committee Nguyen Van Thieu. From October 1967 to April 1975, the Independence Palace became the residence and working place of Second President of the Republic of Vietnam Nguyen Van Thieu. After the historical event in April 1975, the country was completely unified, the Independence Palace became a historical and cultural relic, a tourist destination not to be missed when coming to Ho Chi Minh City.

Ho Chi Minh City

From January to December

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Starlight Bridge

Starlight Bridge is one of the impressive attractions in District 7, Ho Chi Minh City. This destination is located in one of the most luxurious neighborhoods in Saigon. Therefore, this place inherits the modern and luxurious beauty of the surrounding landscape. Although not a new name among attractions in Ho Chi Minh City, Starlight Bridge still retains the same heat as when it first debuted. Currently, next to Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Anh Sao Bridge is currently one of the hottest entertainment and entertainment venues in Ho Chi Minh City. Anh Sao Bridge was officially built in 2009 with a length of 170 meters. Together with Crescent Lake, Starlight Bridge creates a luxurious and modern landscape complex. The canal and square at Starlight Bridge simulate the shape of the moon. Meanwhile, the Crescent Lake area simulates the shape of the sun. Starlight Bridge has two sides equipped with a luxurious lighting system, creating the feeling of sparkling stars casting shadows onto the water. From a distance, the Starlight Bridge will stand out like a starry sky with sparkling lights of all colors. That image evokes a poetic, pure and extremely romantic feeling. Therefore, this place also attracts many couples to come here to stroll and visit. The highlight of Starlight Bridge is the uniquely designed lighting on both sides of the bridge. This lighting system combines with the water surface to create unique visual effects. In the sparkling space of Phu My Hung area, the light of Starlight Bridge creates a shimmering, magical and poetic scene. This is an ideal location for couples who like to stroll in a gentle, romantic space. The LED lighting system on both sides of the Starlight Bridge will evoke a sparkling feeling thanks to the scientifically calculated color range. At first glance, you will think of the brilliant rainbow colors creating a poetic space. In addition, the water spray effect on the side of the bridge makes it look like it is dyed in radiant colors, creating an impressive scene of harmony. This is also an impressive point that attracts tourists to Anh Sao Bridge. In addition to admiring the beauty of the light effects on Starlight Bridge, you can come here to stroll and enjoy the cool breeze in the afternoon. Anh Sao Bridge is located on a quite open and large area. Therefore, this place is often windy and quite cool in the afternoon. Walking on Starlight Bridge in that cool air will bring you a pleasant, relaxing and extremely gentle feeling. In addition to walking, you can take advantage of the large, airy space of Starlight Bridge for sports activities such as jogging to improve your health. In addition to being a comfortable place to stroll and play, Starlight Bridge is also a place of very special beauty. You can go on a date with your close friends to create great check-in photos here. With the scenery of a green lake and cool green trees, you will have plenty of space to check-in and create attractive photos. Some check-in points that many young people choose when visiting Starlight Bridge are the lawn at the bridge park, the bridge's square or the gentle space at Crescent Lake. In addition, if you are willing to walk a little, you can check-in at the luxurious space of Crescent Mall. Located in a luxury residential area, Cau Anh Sao Park is therefore designed to be quite luxurious and attractive. In the park, there are many trees and lakes that evoke a feeling of peace and serenity. In addition, this park also possesses lush, soft green grass. This is also a check-in point sought after by young people when visiting Anh Sao Bridge. In the beautiful space of this park, you can enjoy the breeze, check-in or enjoy interesting snacks. However, you also need to pay attention to preserving common space and throwing trash in the right place after use.

Ho Chi Minh City

From January to December

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Saigon Square

Saigon Square launched its first branch in 2000, then opened two more branches in Ho Chi Minh City. However, later, due to business difficulties and the Covid-19 pandemic, currently only the branch on Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street is still operating. Saigon Square shopping mall is located in the central area of ​​District 1, so it has the opportunity to reach a diverse range of customers, both domestic and international. The plus point is that there is no situation of cutting corners on foreign customers, and prices are relatively transparent. Thanks to that, it is a shopping destination that is highly appreciated by tourists. The design of the stalls inside Saigon Square is like a high-end market, the shopping atmosphere is very close and bustling. The kiosks have traditional market colors but are spacious, airy, and display goods with eye-catching designs and colors. There is air conditioning that operates 24/7 and a spacious fitting room, which will bring you a truly satisfying experience. Entering Saigon Square shopping center, you will be overwhelmed by the space of fashion paradise with an countless number of stalls. If it's your first time coming here, just walk around and if you see an item you like, just ask the price. Here, there is no need to stop by a stall and buy anything. Saigon Square shopping complex brings together items from popular to branded goods, from new to second-hand items. There are also local brands that are loved by many young people. Therefore, if you come to Saigon Square, you will definitely find products that suit your taste and style. Another plus point of Saigon Square is that it always updates trends that are loved by young people. Any item that is hot will be brought home and sold by merchants immediately. Unlike other traditional markets, the clothing designs at Saigon Square are trendy and youthful. Saigon Square's items are also very stylish. You can find stalls that specialize in selling unique and personalized designs. Therefore, if you like to mix and match outfits and accessories, coming to this shopping area will definitely be a paradise to freely choose suitable products. When you go shopping at Saigon Square Shopping Mall, don't hesitate to bargain with the stall owners. Here, the challenge is not too much, some stalls even have prices listed. However, feel free to bargain to get the most reasonable price. If you buy more, you will get a bigger discount. When purchasing, you should try on items because many stores here do not accept returns. If you buy something to give as a gift, you should clearly tell the stall owner and ask them if the recipient is not satisfied or the wear does not fit, can they return and exchange for another product.

Ho Chi Minh City

From January to December

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Sai Gon center Post Office

It is one of the best-rated architectural works in Ho Chi Minh City. Every day many visitors come here to visit and explore. Located at number 2 on Paris Commune Square (Ben Nghe Ward, District 1), Saigon Post Office is located right next to Notre Dame Cathedral. Therefore, traveling here is very convenient, you can easily go by car, motorbike or bus to visit Saigon Post Office. Built from 1886 - 1891 by famous French architect Gustave Eiffel, visitors will see the Saigon post office wearing a layer of yellow paint that stands out in the afternoon sun of Saigon with rows of curved windows. In the middle of the Post Office is a large clock with gentle decorative lines that easily attracts the eyes of visitors when they first come here to visit. What impresses visitors the most are the roofs, the system of large domed windows along the ceilings of the building radiating out to all four sides for support. If you look for a long time, you will see the post office's long, curved ceiling that resembles the shape of a giant wine barrel and is covered with shiny cream-colored tile floors, making the space here large and airy. On both sides of the building are two historical maps of Saigon with many regions meticulously hand-painted on the walls by skillful and meticulous artisans. The unique architecture combining European style with Asian decoration has made visitors here passionately admire and not want to leave. Although it has existed for a long time, just coming here, you will still be impressed by the classic and modern beauty of the Saigon Post Office. On both sides of the entrance are straight rows of green iron columns with rows of long-standing polished wooden chairs. Sitting here, you will feel like you are waiting for the next train at a British railway station in the 20th century. In the middle of the Post Office center is the image of Revolutionary leader Ho Chi Minh. Looking inside, you will easily see four rows of large wooden tables lined up in the middle of the post office to serve people who need to carry out communication transactions, send parcels, express delivery... Especially On both sides of the main lobby of the Saigon Post Office, ancient mailboxes and old telephone booths still preserve visitors' nostalgia for a bygone era. On both sides of the hallway near the main entrance of the building, there are many souvenir shops selling thousands of souvenir products and postcards about the Saigon post office as well as Vietnam in general or Saigon in particular to serve. for tourists to buy as souvenirs for friends or relatives. You will think there is nothing special but it will be a wrong opinion if you do not once set foot inside the Post Office building and be overwhelmed by the space and unique architecture here. Just stepping inside, visitors feel like they can slow down, any corner of the Post Office or the classic architecture here seems to stop so you can imagine and feel a glimpse of old Saigon. This is also a great check-in point for young people to save beautiful photos when visiting the Saigon Post Office.

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Cu Chi Tunnels

When it comes to war, Vietnamese people certainly have thousands of hours to tell stories, heroes, places, and bases that still leave traces to this day. And if you are near the Ho Chi Minh City area, you can choose a nice day and visit Cu Chi Tunnels, a famous national historical relic of the nation. Cu Chi Tunnels relic site is located at Provincial Road 15, Phu Hiep Hamlet, Phu My Hung Commune, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City. This is a place associated with the resistance war against the French during the period 1946 - 1948. The tunnels were jointly built by the army and people of Tan Phu Trung commune and Phuoc Vinh An commune to serve the process of hiding, storing weapons, ... The base has a total length of up to 250km, including 3 different depth levels, the deepest level is up to 12m above the ground. Initially, each village had its own base, then people connected with each other to facilitate communication from 1961 to 1965. Outside the tunnels are equipped with many nail pits, bell tunnels, minefields... to ensure safety. Inside the military tunnels, it is still easy to communicate, hide forces, weapons and hold meetings to discuss revolutionary plans. To date, the base has linked 6 communes north of the tunnel together. Cu Chi Tunnels is a special national historical site and one of six famous man-made structures in the world today. Along with that, the combination of tourism and visiting the tunnels has become a destination that attracts a large number of domestic and foreign tourists and is in the top 7 most exotic destinations in Southeast Asia. One of the main and most interesting activities that you must participate in when coming to Cu Chi tunnels is to explore the tunnels deep underground. Here, you will be able to recreate all the activities and life during the Indochina war that our ancestors experienced. Most especially, right under the tunnel, there are vendors selling dishes that people in ancient times often ate such as: Potatoes, cassava, tubers dipped in sesame salt,... With a strong local flavor, although simple. but it's especially delicious. In addition, you can explore the war zone re-enactment area. As a place associated with history and war, the Cu Chi Tunnels still retain traces of the war at the re-enactment area to this day. Here, the organizer will show you footage that recreates all the living and fighting scenes of our army and people in the tunnels. Furthermore, you can also admire many models of famous historical and relics of Vietnam such as: Long Bien bridge, One Pillar Pagoda, Nha Rong wharf, Saigon bridge,... It can be said, going to this place. With a unique tourist destination like this, you will feel the patriotism deep within you. When traveling to Cu Chi Tunnels, you need to note the following things. First, the opening time of Cu Chi Tunnels is from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. daily to schedule accordingly. And the ticket price to enter the tourist area is about 20,000 - 30,000 VND/person, underground ticket is 20,000 VND/person, game ticket is 50,000 VND/person. Although there is no dress code, to be most comfortable during sightseeing activities, you should: Wear neat clothes, convenient for underground activities, dark colors to avoid dirt and choose comfortable sports shoes. more comfortable when moving. Remember to prepare some necessary cosmetics to avoid the sun and prevent insects. If you want to spend a lot of time to fully explore this destination, you should book a Cu Chi hotel room in advance to make the trip more convenient. For tourists who are afraid of tight spaces or low blood pressure, they should not go into small tunnels.

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Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral or Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral is a name that people shorten for convenient use. The full name of this project is the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The church is 91m long, 35.5m wide, and the main dome is 21m high. The two bell towers on both sides are nearly 57m high. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral was built with classic French architecture, designed by talented architect J.Bourard. The outside space of the church is very large and airy, the inside is majestic and ancient. The history of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral began with the French war of invasion at the end of the 19th century. The French government at that time wanted to build a large church to serve the community and religious activities for the government. French government and army. The first church was located on Ngo Duc Ke Street but was too small so the French Admiral Bonnard decided to build a larger church. Construction of this Saigon Cathedral began on March 28, 1863. After two years, the church was completed. In 1895, the French built two more bell towers. Around the tower there are six small bronze bells. At the top of each tower is a cross that is 3.5m high, 2m wide and weighs 600kg. At this time, the height of the building, from the ground to the highest point, was 60.5m. The French also cast a bronze statue of Pigneau de Behaine (also known as Bishop Adran) holding the hand of Prince Canh, the eldest son of King Gia Long. This statue is located in front of the church. In 1945, the statue was destroyed but its base still remains. In 1959, Bishop Joseph Pham Van Thien ordered the statue of Our Lady of Peace from Rome. On February 7, 1959, Cardinal Agagiianian came from Rome to solemnly inaugurate the statue. Since then, the church has been called Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral by the people. Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral was built with the neo-Romanesque Revival (or Neo-Romanesque) architectural style. This was a building style popular around the mid-19th century, inspired by 11th and 12th century Romanesque architecture. Buildings in this style tend to feature arches and portholes. simple disign. During the construction of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral, all materials from cement, steel to screws were brought from France. The exterior of the building is made of bricks produced in Marseille. The advantage of this type of brick is that it is bare, not plastered, not mossy, and still retains its bright pink color after decades. The entire cathedral has 56 stained glass windows produced in Chartres province (France). The foundation of the cathedral is specially designed to bear 10 times the weight of the entire architectural volume. And a very special thing is that the church does not have fences or walls like the churches around Saigon Gia Dinh at that time. The interior of the cathedral has two main rectangular rows, with six rows on each side representing the 12 apostles. The altar of Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral is made of monolithic marble with six angels carved into the stone. The pedestal is divided into three cells, each cell is a sculpture depicting a relic. The walls are decorated with 56 glass windows depicting biblical characters or events, 31 round rose figures, 25 multicolored bulls-eye windows combined with beautiful images. All lines, edges, and patterns follow stately and elegant Roman and Gothic forms. However, out of these 56 glass doors, only 4 are still intact. The other glass doors were repaired in 1949 because they were destroyed during the war. The original design had two bell towers that were 36.6m high, had no roof and only had a narrow staircase of about 40cm. The interior is dark and the floor is lined with small pieces of wood. In 1895, the church built two more roofs to cover the 21m high bell tower designed by architect Gardes, for a total of 57m high bell tower. All six bells are hung on two bell towers. This bell was made in France and brought to Saigon in 1879. The bell is controlled electronically from below. On weekdays, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral only rings at 5:00 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. On holidays and Sundays, the church often rings three bells. 6 bells ringing at the same time will have a very loud sound, you can even hear the bell from 10km away. Between the two bell towers is a very large clock. It was produced in 1887 and weighs 1 ton. Even though it is more than a hundred years old, the clock still operates very accurately. Paris Commune Square is located between Notre Dame Cathedral and Nguyen Du Street. In the center of the main square is where the statue of Our Lady of Peace is located. This is where visitors often stop to drink coffee, take photos, and watch pigeons. Especially on weekend mornings, many young people gather here to chat and have fun together. The image of Notre Dame Cathedral has long become a representative part of the magnificent land of Saigon. Near the church there is also the Independence Palace and the city Post Office. You can combine visiting these three famous destinations to explore Saigon to the fullest.

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