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Discover Chau Giang District

🌍 Discover Chau Giang District – A Cultural Gem of Chau Doc 📍 Location: Across the river from Chau Doc City⛴ Getting There: Regular ferries depart from the jetty near Victoria Chau Doc Hotel (⏳ ~10 minutes) 🕌 Explore the Unique Cham Community Nestled on the opposite bank of the Hau River, Chau Giang District […]

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Chau Doc Floating Market

🚤 Chau Doc Floating Market – A Vibrant Riverfront Experience 📍 Location: Opposite the tourist jetty on the Bassac River🕰 Opening Hours: Daily, 5:00 AM – 9:00 AM🚣‍♂️ Getting There: Most visitors arrive via guided tours (see page 132), but local boatmen offer affordable rides. 🌊 A Unique Floating Market Experience While Chau Doc Floating […]

A boat travelling along the Sông Tiền River in the Mekong Delta

Chau Phu Temple

🏯 Chau Phu Temple – A Cultural Gem in Chau Doc 📍 Location: Corner of Tran Hung Dao & Nguyen Van Thoai🕰 Opening Hours: Daily, from dawn to dusk💰 Entrance Fee: Free Tucked away just a few steps southeast of Chau Doc’s bustling covered market, Chau Phu Temple is a peaceful retreat from the city’s […]

Vietnamese mother rowing a boat with her son, Mekong River Delta, Vietnam

Quan Cong Temple

🏯 Quan Cong Temple – A Hidden Gem in Chau Doc 📍 Location: Tran Hung Dao Street🕰 Opening Hours: Daily, from dawn to dusk💰 Entrance Fee: Free Nestled on the edge of Chau Doc’s bustling market, Quan Cong Temple is a striking example of traditional Chinese-Vietnamese architecture. This centuries-old temple is dedicated to Quan Cong, […]

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Traveling from Chau Doc to Cambodia

🛶 Traveling from Chau Doc to Cambodia: A Scenic Mekong Journey 🌍 Chau Doc’s Mekong River Route to Cambodia is one of the most exciting and scenic ways to cross the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. Whether you prefer a fast and direct bus ride or a leisurely boat cruise along the river, this border […]

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Chau Doc Covered Market

🛍️ Chau Doc Covered Market: A Vibrant Mekong Shopping Experience 📍 Main Entrance: Quang Trung Street🕖 Opening Hours: Daily, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM💰 Entry: Free 🌟 A Must-Visit Market in the Mekong Delta One of the largest and liveliest markets in the Mekong Delta, the Chau Doc Covered Market is the perfect starting point […]

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Chau Doc and Its Surroundings

🌿 Chau Doc and Its Surroundings: A Gateway to the Mekong Delta 🌊 Nestled along the Hau Giang River, Chau Doc is a vibrant Mekong Delta town and a popular stopover for travelers heading to or from Cambodia. Just a few kilometers from the border, it has grown into a bustling hub for trade, tourism, […]

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Where to Stay & Eat in Cao Lanh

Where to Stay & Eat in Cao Lanh 🏨 Best Accommodation Options in Cao Lanh BOB Hotel 📍 Address: 105 Ton Duc Thang🌐 Website: bobhotel.com.vn While Cao Lanh has many budget accommodations, BOB Hotel stands out with its modern design and spacious rooms. The decor has been upgraded impressively, and the larger rooms are exceptionally […]

Vietnamese mother rowing a boat with her son, Mekong River Delta, Vietnam

Getting to Cao Lanh

Getting to Cao Lanh – Travel & Visitor Information 🚍 By Bus – How to Reach Cao Lanh? Buses to and from Cao Lanh arrive at one of two stations: Main Bus Terminal: Located 2km east of the city center, across the river. This is where you’ll likely be dropped off if coming from Ho […]

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Xeo Quyt Relic Area

Xeo Quyt Relic Area – A Hidden Wartime Sanctuary 📍 Location: 30km southeast of Cao Lanh🕒 Opening Hours: Daily, 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM🎟️ Entry Fee: Admission and boat tours available for a fee🚕 Getting There: Arrange a taxi or xe ôm (motorbike taxi) for a round trip, including waiting time Step Into History in […]