Long Xuyên

Long Xuyên city is considered an important cultural, political, and economic center of An Giang province. Long Xuyên exudes a gentle and charming beauty, with golden ripe rice fields and the fragrance of thốt nốt (a local fruit). The local people are hospitable, and there are many appealing tourist spots.

Long Xuyên city is considered an important cultural, political, and economic center of An Giang province. Located about 190 km from Ho Chi Minh City, it is the second-largest city in the Mekong Delta, following the bustling city of Cần Thơ. Long Xuyên is an attractive tourist destination with beautiful natural landscapes and impressive architectural structures.

Long Xuyên exudes a gentle and charming beauty, with golden ripe rice fields and the fragrance of thốt nốt (a local fruit). The local people are hospitable, and there are many appealing tourist spots. It is ranked among the top destinations for travelers in Long Xuyên.

When you visit, you’ll have the opportunity to admire unique temple architecture, explore a memorial house that preserves numerous artifacts and materials related to the career of President Tôn Đức Thắng, and discover an ancient wooden house where Bác Tôn (President Tôn Đức Thắng) once lived.

Make sure to explore Hồ Nguyễn Du, a branch of the Hậu River, which has been transformed into a modern park and is one of the most beautiful parks in the Mekong Delta.

You can also visit Chùa Ông Bạc, a famous temple that is over 100 years old. Here, you’ll not only appreciate the unique architectural design of the temple but also see valuable ancient artifacts.

Furthermore, when discussing Mekong Delta tourism, the vibrant image of floating markets immediately comes to mind. Long Xuyên’s floating market operates early in the morning, from 5:00 AM to 9:00 AM daily.

Hundreds of boats gather on the Hậu River, engaging in lively trade activities. Unlike other well-known floating markets in Tiền Giang or Cần Thơ, this floating market still maintains the authentic character of a typical Mekong Delta floating market without excessive commercialization.

The location in Long Xuyên alone is not enough; exploring the cuisine here is also an essential experience. Although there are many delicious dishes with diverse flavors and presentations, to fully savor the taste of this region, you shouldn’t miss some of the most famous specialties in Long Xuyên, such as lẩu riêu cua đồng (crab noodle soup), lẩu mắm (fermented fish hotpot), cơm lam (bamboo-tube rice), bánh xèo (Vietnamese savory pancakes), and especially bún cá (fish noodle soup).

Bún cá is a rustic dish that leaves an unforgettable impression on travelers. The preparation of bún cá is not overly complicated, but it requires skill and attention to detail. The ingredients for this dish are simple: snakehead fish, flavorful broth, fresh rice noodles, and various herbs.

Bún cá Long Xuyên, with its sweet broth, rich fish flavor, the spiciness of lemongrass, and a hint of bitterness from the herbs, is irresistibly delicious. It not only appeals to locals but also attracts visitors from both within and outside the country.

You can visit some small eateries along Lê Lợi Street (in Mỹ Bình Ward, Long Xuyên, An Giang province) to enjoy this distinctive bún cá dish.