An Binh islet is a land favored by nature. With abundant fresh water conditions, alluvium is deposited all year round with lush fruit trees all year round. It is a tourist paradise imbued with the culture of the Western river garden.
Cu Lao An Binh has a system of interlaced canals and diverse fruit gardens. Alluvium from the Tien River is accumulated every year, so it is fertile and fertile… There are many advantages to exploiting resort tourism, discovering folklore and garden civilization.
History of An Binh Isle
Around the beginning of the 20th century, Cu Lao An Binh was also known as Bich Tran island or Tien Chau beach. Far from Vinh Long town by the small Co Chien river. Over time, due to the law of flow, the Co Chien River is hundreds of meters wide. Since then, An Binh gradually separated from Vinh Long city as it is today. The island is surrounded by Tien and Co Chien rivers. Located opposite Vinh Long city center, is an attractive eco-tourism area of Vinh Long province.
The best time to visit An Binh Island
Western climate is relatively mild all year round, each season has its own beauty. So you can travel at any time. Enjoy the unique views of each season to better understand the diversity of nature here. The inherent features of An Binh Island have attracted many domestic and foreign tourists to visit the resort. Separated from the hustle and bustle of the city, An Binh island still retains its wild and rustic features. These are the factors to develop ecotourism and are a reliable address to visit.
What is there in An Binh island that attracts tourists?
To serve tourists coming to An Binh island. The means of transport are more invested in quantity and quality. The sandy village roads are also repaired and made more beautiful. Through the generations, the farmer with muddy hands and feet has come to his senses. They turn their inherent resources, which are gardens and land, into tourist attractions. Invest in and develop the local tourism industry. Contributing to put the purely agricultural land on the world tourism map.
Visit the fruit garden
Speaking of An Binh isle, it is impossible not to mention the immense orchards. Coming to this place, you will really be fascinated by the luxuriant fruit gardens. Thanks to favorable natural conditions, the land is rich and alluvium is fertile. The orchards here grow lush all year round. There are different types of fruit depending on the season. These are rambutan, longan, mango, toad, guava, globe array, mangosteen, durian, jackfruit, grapefruit, plum…
You will have time to experience the seasonal fruit garden and freely pick and eat fruit. Cycling on the tree-lined village roads, breathing in the fresh air. Or you can sit on a small canoe weaving along the canals, watching the fruit garden. Feel the peaceful, poetic life amidst the charming nature and rivers.
Visit the old house
In addition to the lush fruit garden. Visitors also have interesting experiences at the time-stamped attractions in An Binh Island. There are many old houses with European-style architecture mixed with old Asian features. Located in Binh Hoa Phuoc commune, Cai Cuong ancient house is a place that attracts a large number of tourists to visit every spring. Built in 1885, the house of landlord Pham Van Bon has a unique combination of East and West architecture.
Or you can come to Mr. Hai Hoang’s house built in French architecture. In front of the house, there is a large and airy yard, behind is a fruit garden grown mainly rambutan and longan. This is not only a place to visit that tourists can choose as a place to stay.
Visiting the craft village
Visit the craft village and learn about the process of making nuggets, coconut candy, rice paper, and wine. Enjoy freshly baked coconut candy bars with a cup of hot tea, recalling Tet memories of the old years. Each person can buy a few rustic rural gifts as gifts for friends and relatives.
Visit a traditional pottery village nestled on the beautiful Co Chien River. The craft village has a long history and is a typical locality with the largest handmade brick kiln in the Mekong Delta. The village is famous with the name “red kingdom”. Although this place is no longer what it used to be, the existing ruins still give off a strange attraction.
Visiting Tien Chau Ancient Temple
Tien Chau Pagoda, also known as Di Da Tu, is located next to An Binh Ferry Terminal. It is the first and oldest temple on An Binh island. The temple is recognized as a national historical and cultural relic. Coming here, visitors will be introduced to the legend, architecture and history of the ancient temple over 250 years old. You can learn about the beauty in the culture, beliefs and religions of local residents.
“Playing” in Vinh Sang Tourist Area
Located at the beginning of An Binh island, opposite the famous My Thuan bridge. Vinh Sang tourist area is one of the four most attractive destinations in 2009. Voted by the Mekong Delta Tourism Association. Vinh Sang tourist area brings many interesting and interesting games and entertainment for visitors. From fishing crocodiles, riding ostriches, sliding grass hills or transforming into boys and girls with muddy hands and feet. Experience fishing by yourself on wooden canoes down the water.
In addition, this place is also a place to preserve many rare species of birds and animals. Visitors have the opportunity to see flocks of African ostriches. A total of more than 60 adults are raised right in the Mekong Delta.
Where to choose to spend the night in An Binh island?
Choosing to stay at homestays on the island is the most correct choice. Save money and blend in with the village life. Happy Family Guesthouse, homestay House on stilts Mr. Muoi Day,… are great suggestions for you. Right at these garden houses, you will enjoy dishes associated with river culture. Perhaps for the first time you have tried sour and sour soup, cork dipping fish sauce. The familiar grilled snakehead fish dish of the alluvial land, attractive fried giant fish
Some note:
- If you choose a vehicle that is a motorbike to Vinh Long, you should be careful because the distance is long and dangerous and you should go from two people or more.
- Prepare appropriate attire for sightseeing activities.
- Prepare the necessary insect repellents.
