(VOVWORLD) - The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho has been ranked in a list of the world’s most beautiful canal cities by Getty Images, the world’s biggest online photo archive.
1. Cai Rang floating market
Cai Rang floating market is located in Cai Rang district, Can Tho city. Visitors who come here without visiting the floating market are considered as yet to come to the city. Cai Rang floating market offers local agricultural products, fruits, and a variety of goods ... Because of the zigzagged system of canals and rivers, people use boats as their main means of transportation. Travelling by boat through rivers and canals is one of the local "specialties".
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(Photo: Doan Ket) |
(Photo: Doan Ket) |
2. Binh Thuy ancient house
Built in 1870 by the Duong family, the architecture of Binh Thuy ancient house remains intact. It embraces the life of the upper class in the Mekong River Delta in the 19th century.
Binh Thuy ancient house is one of the most beautiful houses in Vietnam's southwest. (Photo: Dan Tri)ncien
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3. Ninh Kieu wharf
Ninh Kieu wharf is located on the right bank of the Hau River, at the junction of Hau and Can Tho rivers. At the Ninh Kieu wharf, there is a night market and many restaurants and bars where you can explore Western cuisine at night.
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4. Ong Pagoda
Ong pagoda embraces the Chinese people's culture at Ninh Kieu wharf. (Photo: Zing.vn)
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5. Nhon Thanh archaeological site
Nhon Thanh archaeological site plays an important role in the Oc Eo cultural space in Vietnam's southwest region. The site shows evidence of the establishment and development of the region.
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6. Can Tho bridge
Can Tho bridge over the Hau River connects Can Tho city and Vinh Long province. Inaugurated in 2010, the bridge's main span, 550 meters, is the longest Southeast Asia. The total length of the route is 15.85 km and a width of 23.1 m.
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7. My Khanh tourism village
My Khanh tourism village is a miniature Mekong Delta. It is a famous ecotourism destination in Can Tho offering visitors a wide range of the fruits in local gardens, tours of traditional villages and performances of southern folk songs. Visitors to the village should not miss opportunities to participate in folk games such as climbing trees and pig racing.
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8. Tay Do Market
Located about one km from the center of Can Tho city to the west of Hau river, Tay Do market is a major trading center of southern provinces. It is an attractive destination not to be missed when visiting Can Tho.
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9. Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery
Truc Lam Phuong Nam Monastery, about 15 km from the city center, is located in My Khanh commune, Phong Dien district. The beauty of landscape as well as cultural and architectural features of the Ly - Tran dynasties at the largest temple in the Mekong Delta region will make you feel peaceful when you come here.
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10. Can Tho Beach
Can Tho Beach is an artificial mud-free beach. There are many interesting underwater games such as kayaking, banana float ...
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