Although a district of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Gio is like a "different world" compared to the rest of the districts of the largest city in Vietnam. Here are some experiences that visitors cannot miss in this land.
1. Explore the mangroves. About 40 km from the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserve (Can Gio District, Ho Chi Minh City) is home to a unique and diverse flora and fauna typical of mangroves.
The city is located in the downstream of the Dong Nai - Sai Gon river system, the total area of this biosphere reserve is 75,740 ha. This is an intermediate ecosystem between aquatic ecosystems with terrestrial ecosystems, freshwater ecosystems and saltwater ecosystems.
The flora here is particularly rich with over 150 species of plants, provide food and shelter for many aquatic species, fish and other vertebrates. The fauna in Can Gio forest is equally rich.
This forest is an ideal place for scientific research and ecotourism. Visiting Can Gio forest, visitors from far away will have the opportunity to let go of all worries of daily life to fully feel the breath of nature, return to the origin...
2. Play with monkeys. Dubbed the "kingdom of monkeys", Can Gio Monkey Island is home to thousands of hyperactive monkeys in a pristine natural setting, surrounded by forests and a system of interlaced canals.
Previous There were only a few dozen monkeys in the forest. Thanks to conservation and development measures, their number has increased to 2,000. Can Gio Monkey Island tourist area has been formed, becoming a destination that attracts a large number of domestic and foreign tourists.
The monkey owners here are very brave with people, ready to cling to tourists for eternal life. eat. Tourists often panic with the mischief of the monkeys.
Besides playing with monkeys, Monkey Island is also an ideal place to observe monkey life in a wild natural setting.
3 . Visit the salt craft village. Exploring traditional salt making is a worthwhile experience in Can Gio. Today, salt production in the district is concentrated in two communes, Ly Nhon and Thanh An.
Every year, the salt production in Can Gio reaches over 80,000 tons. Many renovation and upgrading plans have been applied to bring about the best quality of salt, and at the same time, towards the goal of turning salt fields into attractive attractions for tourists.
Autumn period. The salt season usually lasts from about December to May of the solar calendar, this is the ideal time for tourists to visit the salt village and admire the beauty of the white salt fields.
Besides, pictures of the salt people drying themselves in the harsh sun to harvest salt will make visitors feel the hard work of this traditional profession, thereby more appreciating every grain of salt they eat every day.
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Update day : 07/06/2023
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