5 tourist destinations near Saigon for the September 2nd holiday

30/08/2023

The September 2nd holiday is approaching, beautiful lands are waiting for you with unique experiences, attractive cuisine and stunning landscapes. Let's explore with Travellive 5 tourist destinations near Saigon, where you can easily "escape" during the upcoming holiday.

Buu Long Tourist Area, Bien Hoa

Buu Long scenic area is known as a treasure of Dong Nai, only 30 km east of Saigon. This place attracts many tourists because of the wonderful beauty of mountains, rivers, lakes, and caves, creating a poetic and attractive scene. That is also the reason why this place is considered as a miniature Ha Long Bay of the South.

Khu du lịch Bửu Long được ví như Vịnh Hạ Long thu nhỏ của miền Nam.

Buu Long tourist area is likened to a miniature Ha Long Bay of the South.

In addition to the natural structures, the tourist area also has a cluster of artificial lakes including two lakes Long Van and Long An located next to each other. Along with that are two mountain clusters Binh Dien and Long Son Thach Dong. This allows visitors to explore a wonderful picture, no different from the world's top scenic spots.

Buu Long not only has natural beauty, but also blends religious architecture with historical significance. So when coming to Buu Long, visitors will be able to explore all the different spaces, accompanied by exciting entertainment activities and enjoy the wonderful culinary flavors here.

Du khách đến đây có thể thỏa sức khám phá những điều đẹp đẽ nhất tương tự như vẻ đẹp của danh lam thắng cảnh thế giới.

Visitors here can freely explore the most beautiful things similar to the beauty of world landscapes.

Talking about the tourist attractions inside Buu Long tourist area, we must mention Long An mountain cluster with the highest peak of about 52m. The mountain is surrounded by many green trees and to the East is Long Son Thach Dong pagoda. With such a beautiful and quiet beauty, it will help you find peace of mind in the midst of a bustling life. Next to Long An, there is also Binh Dien mountain cluster located in the Northeast of the tourist area. The mountain cluster is cooled by the green color of ancient trees and is built into many unique shapes with large rocks. On the mountain, there is also Buu Phap pagoda to help you entrust your wishes here.

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Tan Lap Floating Village, Long An

Tan Lap floating village is located on Highway 62, in Hamlet 3 of Tan Lap Commune, Moc Hoa District, Long An Province. This area is located in the center of Dong Thap Muoi region, less than 15km south of the Cambodian border. With an area of ​​up to 135 hectares, this floating village is being planned to serve Western tourists to enjoy entertainment and relaxation.

Làng nổi Tân Lập tại Long An từng là vùng đất chìm ngập nước suốt nhiều năm.

Tan Lap floating village in Long An was once a submerged land for many years.

According to long-time locals, Tan Lap floating village in Long An was once a submerged land for many years. Residents here had to adapt to life around the changing floods, building houses on high areas to avoid floodwaters. With each flood, the floor of the house was raised to adapt to different water levels, from which the name "Tan Lap floating village" was born.

During the flood season, all four sides of the grasslands are submerged in water. The floating villages become large "green rafts" in the middle of the white water. This scene creates a beautiful natural picture, which anyone should experience at least once in their life.

Khung cảnh này tạo ra một bức tranh thiên nhiên tuyệt đẹp, mà bất kỳ ai cũng nên trải nghiệm ít nhất một lần trong đời.

This scene creates a beautiful natural picture, which anyone should experience at least once in their life.

When visiting Tan Lap floating village, tourists will explore the Melaleuca forest - one of the famous spots of Tan Lap with its mysterious and wild beauty. Dong Thap Muoi in Tan Lap, located in the center of the wetland area, is a place with a special ecosystem, including Melaleuca forests, swamps, and Tram Chim National Park. Phuoc Loc Tho village is also an interesting spot with many ancient houses from all over the country, bringing a journey to discover profound traditional culture.

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In addition, visitors also have the opportunity to freely explore the 7 wonders of the world park, experience fishing in Tan Lap floating village and immerse themselves in the fresh space of the Endless Field tourist area.

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Suoi Mo Tourist Area, Dong Nai

Suoi Mo tourist area located in Tra Co, Tan Phu, Dong Nai, less than 100km from Saigon, has become an ideal destination for this September 2nd holiday. This place attracts tourists because of its cool, quiet and fresh green space, very suitable for those who want to "chill" after busy days at work.

Dù là sản phẩm nhân tạo nhưng Suối Mơ lại mang vẻ đẹp tựa như món quà từ thiên nhiên ban tặng.

Although it is an artificial product, Suoi Mo has a beauty like a gift from nature.

Although it is an artificial product, Suoi Mo has a beauty like a gift from nature. More than a dozen small streams run through the cliffs, blending in the sandy depressions, along with natural lakes and rows of green trees, creating a fresh and vibrant scene.

This place focuses on a variety of unique recreational activities, helping to relieve the stress of life. Try bathing in the cool stream, where the clear water will make you feel lighter and more comfortable than ever. Don't forget to enjoy local specialties at Suoi Mo, to experience a part of the unique culinary space. This place is also suitable for camping, picnics with family, exploring nature together and organizing interesting bonding games.

Hãy thử tắm mình trong dòng suối mát, nơi nước trong vắt cho bạn cảm giác nhẹ nhàng, thoải mái hơn bao giờ hết.

Try bathing in a cool stream, where the clear water will make you feel more relaxed and comfortable than ever.

Dau Tieng Lake, Tay Ninh

Dau Tieng Lake - a camping paradise for young people, only 2 hours drive from Ho Chi Minh City by motorbike. Located in the connecting area between Tay Ninh, Binh Duong and Binh Phuoc, this lake is large with an area of ​​27 km², the largest artificial lake in Vietnam and Southeast Asia.

The original purpose of Dau Tieng Lake was to contain salt water and balance the freshwater supply for the Saigon River and the Vam Co Dong River. But today, it has become a popular camping destination for young people, especially young people in Saigon. This place has beautiful views for camping, from which you can immerse yourself in the majestic beauty of the blue lake, the long grass fields along the riverbank and the endless green mountains.

Hồ Dầu Tiếng đã trở thành một điểm đến phổ biến cho việc cắm trại của giới trẻ.

Dau Tieng Lake has become a popular camping destination for young people.

Dau Tieng Lake creates a poetic and romantic scene in the Southeast region, very suitable for friends' gatherings and weekend camping. With just a few simple things such as tents, chairs, small tables and self-prepared food, you will have a memorable fun.

In addition to camping, Dau Tieng Lake also offers many other recreational activities. One of the popular activities is SUP rowing. Standing on the SUP in the middle of the vast space of the lake, seeing Ba Den Mountain in the distance, feeling the poetic atmosphere is a memorable experience that few places can offer.

Nơi đây thu hút du lịch bởi bãi cỏ xanh mướt.

This place attracts tourists by its green lawns.

Cùng những hoạt động vui chơi, thư giãn.

With fun and relaxing activities.

Thanh An Island, Can Gio

Thanh An island commune, located in Can Gio district, less than 70km east of Saigon, is an island with a population of only about 5,000 people. Remote with a simple life, this used to be an important gateway of Saigon - Gia Dinh in the past. People in Thanh An island commune mainly work in fishing and salt production.

Visiting Thanh An Island, tourists have the opportunity to explore the simple life of local people, learn about the diverse ecosystem of mangrove forests. This place also offers many recreational activities such as kayaking, squid fishing on Thanh An Island, for you to enjoy the beautiful natural space.

Nằm ở gần Sài Gòn, Đảo Thạnh An cũng nhận được nhiều sự quan tâm của các bạn trẻ.

Located near Saigon, Thanh An Island also receives much attention from young people.

Walking along the embankments along the island, listening to the murmuring waves, you will feel the wild, simple features, completely different from the hustle and bustle of the city. These experiences will be deeply engraved in the memories of visitors to Thanh An Island.

Don’t miss out on enjoying fresh seafood on this island. Around noon, boats return to the pier carrying freshly caught seafood. You can buy shrimp, crab, squid, and crab and ask the locals to cook it for you. With prices ranging from 80,000 - 150,000 VND/person, this is an extremely reasonable choice.

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Don't miss out on the fresh seafood on this island.

The main road of Thanh An Island is also attractive with Saigon snacks such as banh khot, grilled rice paper, banana syrup, sweet soup, bread, Saigon squid noodles, oyster porridge... And of course, don't miss the opportunity to buy famous specialties of Thanh An Island such as dried fish and fish sauce. Dried fish costs from 60,000 - 150,000 VND/kg. Thanh An Island anchovy fish sauce is often combined with minced garlic and chili, creating a wonderful flavor when served with boiled meat or salads.

Ha Mai Trinh - Photo: Synthesis
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