Bac Lieu, the 'green pearl' of the Mekong Delta

When mentioning Bac Lieu, tourists not only mention the legend of the famous Bac Lieu Prince of the Six Provinces of the South, but also remember the immortal Da Co Hoai Lang song by the late musician Cao Van Lau that touched the hearts of millions of Vietnamese people.

But behind those stories and legends, this land also possesses a rich natural "treasure" and a diverse ecosystem to develop green and sustainable tourism . With a strategic vision and methodical steps, Bac Lieu is gradually becoming a prominent "green pearl" in the Mekong Delta.

Bac Lieu 3 Conical Hat Theater

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Abundant nature

Mr. Ly Vy Trieu Duong, Deputy Director of the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Bac Lieu province, shared that Bac Lieu is blessed with nature, with a coastline of more than 56 km, a rich mangrove ecosystem, and many canals typical of the Mekong Delta. Coastal ecological forests such as mangrove forests and green mangrove forests stretch for hundreds of hectares, creating a pristine, attractive landscape for developing community ecotourism, associated with shrimp farming, crab farming, and coastal clam farming.

Hung Vuong Square Bac Lieu

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One of the special highlights is the Bac Lieu wind power field, considered a symbol of green energy and clean energy in Vietnam. The giant wind turbines standing tall between the sea and sky not only produce clean electricity but also attract domestic and foreign tourists to visit, check-in, admire and experience the beauty of the coastal area.

Located right in the heart of Bac Lieu City is the Bac Lieu Bird Garden Nature Reserve, covering an area of ​​over 385 hectares, one of the largest bird sanctuaries in the Mekong Delta. Hundreds of rare bird species such as ibis, egrets, grey herons, etc. live here. With a rich mangrove ecosystem, the reserve is the "green lung" of Bac Lieu and an attractive destination for those who love nature and enjoy exploring the flora and fauna ecosystem.

Symbol of the zither at Hung Vuong Square, Bac Lieu

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Bac Lieu also has a large, over 100-year-old longan garden famous in the West. Now, people have successfully crossbred the longan variety, considered a delicious, famous specialty of the land of Bac Lieu Princes.

Not only nature, Bac Lieu is also a land of special cultural values. This is the cradle of Don Ca Tai Tu, an intangible cultural heritage of humanity recognized by UNESCO. Besides, there are unique ancient architectural works such as the house of Cong Tu Bac Lieu - a splendid mansion associated with the image of Tran Trinh Huy, a legendary figure of the wealthiest in the ancient six provinces of Nam Ky. Bac Lieu is also famous for its multi-ethnic cultural space, where Kinh, Khmer, and Chinese people live, creating a unique cultural picture.

Bac Lieu ancient longan garden

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Ecotourism spot in Bac Lieu protective forest

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Many typical tourist attractions

Bac Lieu has a series of typical, unique and attractive tourist destinations, and is the province with the most typical tourist destinations in the Mekong Delta. Typical and outstanding tourist destinations of Bac Lieu include: Ho Nam Eco-tourism Area; Hung Vuong Square; National historical relic of President Ho Chi Minh Temple; Bac Lieu Prince's Residence; Nha Mat Tourist Area; Southern amateur music and musician Cao Van Lau Memorial Area; Bac Lieu Wind Power Area; Xiem Can Pagoda Cultural and Historical Relic Area... In addition, Bac Lieu is also known for its special national relics such as: Cai Chanh Base Area; Vinh Hung Ancient Tower and many other attractive tourist attractions such as: Tac Say Church; Truc Lam Bac Lieu Zen Monastery; Salt fields; Mango tree over 300 years old; 3 conical hat theater; Symbol of the zither...

Bac Lieu coastal salt fields

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Mr. Ly Vy Trieu Duong said that green tourism is a strategic direction for sustainable development of Bac Lieu. The locality has implemented synchronous solutions, such as: Planning tourism development projects, investment support policies, start-ups, promotion and investment attraction. Thereby, it aims to turn natural potential into a green, environmentally friendly, and most attractive tourist destination in the Mekong Delta.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/bac-lieu-vien-ngoc-xanh-cua-vung-dbscl-185250623154517725.htm