Explore Rach Gia brings new and attractive experiences to visitors thanks to the typical scenery of the Mekong Delta. You will have the opportunity to admire the natural scenery from wild, majestic to romantic, bustling here. In addition, this is also an opportunity for tourists to learn about the culture, people and ancient works associated with the history of the nation.
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Overview of Rach Gia
Located 245km from Ho Chi Minh City and about 116km from Can Tho City, Rach Gia is known as the center of Kien Giang province. With a total area of 105 km² and owning more than 20km of beautiful coastline, this place has now become a famous tourist destination. At the same time, it attracts hundreds of thousands from both domestic and foreign visitors.
Rach Gia tourism is becoming more developed when the city is surrounded by Kien River and Cai Lon River. Thanks to that, the natural landscape and sea, the natural green ecosystem become more diverse and romantic. During the tour, in addition to the attractive scenery, Rach Gia also impresses with its unique human culture, along with the appearance of many historical works of pagodas and temples.
Therefore, this is not only a resort choice for tourists, but also brings many interesting experiences and knowledge about one of the lands imbued with the character of the Mekong Delta.
When is the best time to explore Rach Gia?
With similar climate characteristics to other southern provinces, Rach Gia has 2 distinct seasons: rainy season and sunny season. Besides, the general climate of Kien Giang is humid tropical monsoon. Therefore, according to Rach Gia travel experience, you should choose the time to visit from January to June. During this time, the weather in Rach Gia will be quite fresh, with light sunshine and no need to worry about sudden rains.
You should learn about the weather forecast in Rach Gia, Kien Giang before planning your trip. This will help visitors take precautions, choose the right time and ensure the most perfect experience.
How to travel to Rach Gia?
For tourists departing from Saigon, or neighboring Western provinces, you can choose to travel by bus to save more money. After about 5 – 6 hours, you will arrive and can take a taxi or motorbike taxi from the bus station to the hotel.
Phuong Trang (Futa) – a regular bus to Rach Gia
Currently, the bus ticket price ranges from 200,000 VND – 400,000 VND/ticket depending on the bus company such as Thien Thanh limousine, Phuong Trang (Futa), Tu Tien, Kumho Samco, Tuan Nga…. You can refer to book tickets early to have an easy trip to Rach Gia.
Accommodation in Rach Gia
One of the things that many tourists are interested in when coming to Rach Gia is choosing a quality and convenient place to stay. With the attraction of architecture, culture, and people here, Rach Gia tourism is increasingly developing, leading to the appearance of a variety of hotel models in the area.
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Depending on their preferences and conditions, tourists can flexibly choose to book Rach Gia hotels with Vietdreamtravel. You should refer and book rooms in advance to avoid the situation of no rooms available, or choosing a room that does not meet your requirements.
Tourist destinations in Rach Gia
Sac Tu Tam Bao Pagoda
Famous as an ancient pagoda located right in the center of Rach Gia City, Sac Tu Tam Bao Pagoda is considered the cradle of Buddhism in the Kien Giang region. The pagoda was built in the late 18th century and is associated with history through different periods. During your trip to explore Rach Gia, you can visit the pagoda to admire the ancient architecture and see ancient Buddha statues made of precious wood.
As soon as you enter the pagoda, you will be surprised by the peaceful and solemn beauty. In front of the pagoda, there is a fragrant lotus pond, along with a large ancient tree creating a pleasant and cool feeling. In the main hall of the pagoda, there are many large and small Buddha statues, majestic and quiet. Not only creating a highlight with the exterior architecture, but the altar inside is also delicately and elaborately carved.
Tam Quan Gate
Tam Quan (Triple-gate) is built of bricks and wood with three entrances symbolizing the three realms: “Upper – Middle – Lower”. The gate roof is covered with yin and yang tiles, curved upwards, showing majesty and grandeur. On the roof top are decorated with symbols such as Dharma wheel, lotus flower… with Buddhist meaning.
Although this destination is not too prominent, it is still often visited by people to check-in and suggested a lot in the guidebook “What to do in Kien Giang?”. It’s a typical symbol to help you recognize that you have arrived in Rach Gia.
Nguyen Trung Truc Temple
Majestic in the heart of Rach Gia city, Kien Giang province is Nguyen Trung Truc Temple – a place to honor the outstanding national hero who sacrificed for national independence. The temple was built in the traditional Vietnamese architectural style with curved tiled roofs, elaborately carved, exuding a majestic and respectful beauty.
Stepping inside, you will feel the sacred, quiet space. Right in the main hall is the majestic monument of hero Nguyen Trung Truc, his bright eyes looking forward as if watching the fate of the country. Each incense stick lit, the gentle prayer echoes, recalling the glorious feats of the hero, urging the patriotic spirit in each person’s heart.
Kien Giang Museum
Built in 1991, Kien Giang Museum is a place to preserve culture, history and many valuable artifacts. One of the attractions of this project is the construction style combining the modernity of France and the antiquity of ancient houses in the South. When traveling to Rach Gia, you can visit the 2,000 m² campus and the delicate and meticulous carvings.
Kien Giang Museum also preserves documents and images about the heroic revolutionary movements of the people against the French colonialists. These artifacts are a strong testament to the patriotic and indomitable spirit of the people of Kien Giang, inspiring future generations.
Hon Son Beach
Leaving the quiet space of history, we will come to the wild and charming beauty of Hon Son Beach. This archipelago is located far from the mainland like a blue gem in the middle of the ocean. Hon Son beach attracts many people with its clear water, smooth white sand and cool coconut trees rustling with the sound of the waves.
Coming to Hon Son beach, you can freely swim in the sea, immerse yourself in the cool water, dispelling the fatigue of daily life. Scuba diving activities to see coral will take you into a colorful world and bring countless interesting and memorable experiences.
Rach Gia Wharf
Rach Gia Wharf is not only an important trading gateway but also an attractive tourist destination. The wharf is always bustling with ferries and speedboats connecting Rach Gia with famous tourist islands such as Phu Quoc, Nam Du, Hon Son. Watching the hustle and bustle of the wharf, you will feel the dynamic, bustling breath of the coastal city.
The area around the wharf also has many coastal restaurants selling delicious seafood dishes. The aroma of grilled dishes and stir-fried seafood with garlic will definitely stimulate your taste buds. Sitting and sipping snacks, watching the sunset over the sea is a wonderful experience that you should not miss when exploring what to do in Kien Giang.
Attractive dishes in Rach Gia
Besides the impressive scenery and diverse historical structures, Rach Gia is also famous for its unique cuisine. Visitors can choose from a number of attractive dishes such as: squid stew, sticky rice, Rach Gia rice noodles, clam salad, etc. These are familiar dishes to the local people.
Source: collected by An
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