Not only does Dong Nai have scenic spots with natural ecosystems, but it also has many historical relics and artistic architecture, all of which are attractive to cultural tourism lovers.
Tran Bien Temple of Literature
Tran Bien Temple of Literature is more than 300 years old and is located on a campus of more than 15 hectares in Tran Bien Ward. The Temple of Literature is the first cultural and educational center of Dong Nai City in particular and of the Mekong Delta region in general.
Visitors will have the opportunity to admire the elegant, ancient traditional architecture, with turquoise-tiled roofs and many features similar to the Temple of Literature – Quoc Tu Giam. At the same time, we see the value of culture and education from the early days of the Southern Vietnamese people.
Bien Hoa Ancient Citadel
Bien Hoa ancient citadel (Cuu Citadel, Ken Citadel, Xang Da Citadel) is located in Tran Bien ward, Dong Nai city. This is one of the largest military citadels in the history of citadel construction in the South, and it still exists today.
The ancient citadel still has traces of laterite walls from early times. The two citadels on the East and West have typical French architecture with domed windows.
Nguyen Huu Canh Temple
Nguyen Huu Canh Temple (Binh Kinh Temple) was established by the people to remember the meritorious deeds of Lord Nguyen Phuc Chu in reclaiming the land of Bien Hoa and the South. The temple is located in Tran Bien Ward.
Inside the monument, there are several notable works: the Statue of Nguyen Huu Canh, the Bien Hoa – Dong Nai stele house, the main hall… Tourists should not forget to learn about Cu Lao Pho, where Nguyen Huu Canh first set foot in Dong Nai, and about his achievements in establishing sovereignty in the South.
Hang Gon Ancient Tomb
Hang Gon ancient tomb, also known as Ong Da Tomb or Indochina Tomb. The tomb, located in Hang Gon Ward, Dong Nai City, is a special national archaeological relic, belonging to the rare dolmen burial type in Vietnam and worldwide, dating from 150 BC to 240 AC.
Visitors will learn about the history of the Hang Gon ancient Tomb, along with the stories and mysteries surrounding its construction, and its outstanding artistic, technical, and creative value to the ancient communities that once lived in this land.
Nhon Trach Tunnels
Nhon Trach Tunnels (Phuoc An Tunnels) are located in Phuoc An commune. Visitors will be able to visit the tunnel system directly for about 200m.
The exhibition area stands out with a model recreating tunnel-digging activities; documents and images of the Rung Sac special forces; the resistance war against the US by Nhon Trach’s army and local citizens; and hundreds of artifacts from revolutionary soldiers.
Ong Pagoda
Ong Pagoda, also known as That Phu Co Mieu or Lord Guan Temple, is located in Tran Bien Ward and was built more than 300 years ago. It is considered one of the most ancient and sacred pagodas in the Mekong Delta.
In addition to cultural and religious values, the pagoda also has historical value, associated with the first settlement of the Chinese community in the South in the mid-17th century.
Source: collected by An
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