There is a simple, unique An Giang

- Located in the Southwest region, An Giang is not only famous for its natural beauty but also for preserving unique cultural values, imbued with the rustic, simple soul of the countryside with simple people.

As one of the provinces bordering the Kingdom of Cambodia, An Giang owns a fairly large area in the Southwest region, with many beautiful natural landscapes, immense rivers, majestic mountains, vast fields and is a province with many ethnic groups and religions living together in harmony and closeness. Favored by nature with favorable natural conditions, the province has become an ideal destination for those who love to explore the beauty of the peaceful, rustic Western land.

The typical beauty of An Giang is the vast, green rice fields that stretch as far as the eye can see; the majestic mountains create a "charming landscape of mountains and rivers". Sam Mountain (Chau Doc City) - home to the famous Ba Chua Xu Temple, is one of the spiritual tourist destinations that attracts visitors from near and far. Cam Mountain (Tinh Bien Town) with its majestic scenery is an ideal place for visitors to explore the wild nature, enjoy the fresh air and admire the whole view of An Giang from above. Along with that, the surrounding Hau River and Tien River create a river landscape for An Giang that is very typical of the West.

An Giang has peaceful scenery

In particular, during the flood season, An Giang wears a new coat with immense water fields. The flood season is also the season when the sesbania and water lilies bloom, adding shimmering colors to the rivers, canals, streams, and lakes. During the flood season, visitors can experience simple, rustic activities with local people, such as: rowing a boat to fish, harvesting lotus and water lilies, visiting floating villages, going to floating markets, etc. These activities will help visitors from afar clearly feel the simple life and generous character of the people in the river region. Ms. Nguyen Thi Thuy Hong (residing in Phu Tan district) shared: “During the summer vacation every year, I often take a few close friends from Ho Chi Minh City to visit my hometown. My friends really like going to visit Bay Nui, cajuput forest, rowing a boat, grilling fish and eating rice on the edge of the field. In particular, they are impressed by the sound of insects chirping in the field and being able to pick vegetables to prepare their own dishes.”

Not only does An Giang have poetic nature, it also has unique relics and spiritual tourist attractions associated with the history of the development of the land. Because many ethnic groups have lived together for a long time, the land in the Southwest of the country converges diverse cultures, with many traditional values ​​preserved and developed over many generations. Typically, such as: The life of the Kinh community is closely associated with rice fields and bustling rural markets; for the Khmer, ancient pagodas and traditional rituals are typical cultural beauty; the Cham community in An Giang, although small, also contributes greatly to cultural diversity. From stilt houses, ancient mosques, and shy Cham girls in traditional costumes, all blend together to create a "picture" imbued with unique cultural features.

An Giang cuisine is rich and attractive, combining many sophisticated traditional dishes and rustic dishes of the Kinh, Khmer, Cham and Chinese people. From the meticulous and creative hands of the people here, delicious dishes and specialties have been created, contributing to the richness of An Giang cuisine. Salty and sweet dishes are prepared from available ingredients, reflecting the harmony between people and nature. It is not only delicious food but also carries the typical cultural features of the region.

Having visited and experienced An Giang many times, Le Nguyen Tam Anh (from Ho Chi Minh City) shared: “We have a group of friends who share the same interest in traveling here and there. We have experienced and explored many places and An Giang is the place that has left us with many impressions, as it contains many cultural values, rich and diverse nature. The simplicity of An Giang comes from the vast rice fields, ancient pagodas, and vibrant traditional festivals. In particular, the people here are very hospitable, creating a peaceful and close feeling. Visiting the beautiful scenery of Bay Nui, experiencing Cam Mountain, enjoying delicious dishes made from sesban flowers, water lilies and freshwater fish, and being immersed in the daily life of the local people is an extremely interesting experience”.

The unique culture, cuisine, and beautiful scenery are not only the pride of An Giang people, but also an indispensable part of the diverse picture of Vietnamese culture and tourism. Whether visitors are those who love to explore history, learn about customs, or simply want to enjoy the quiet natural space, President Ton Duc Thang's hometown is always ready to welcome them, with unforgettable experiences.

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Source: https://baoangiang.com.vn/an-giang-24-gio/thoi-su/co-mot-an-giang-binh-di-dac-sac-a417358.html