The rivers and channels of the amazing Mekong Delta contain many islands that are interesting to visit. The richly fertile island of Cu Lao May, or May Islet in Vinh Long Province is also known as the land of God.
Tourists take a boat along the canal in the Mekong Delta
To get there, take a ferry or Xe om (motorbike taxi) from Tra On Market. The islet, which was formerly named Luc Si Thanh Island, located in Tra On District, covers about 4,000 hectares.
Once on the island explore the orchards of oranges, pomelo, rambutan and star apples by hired bicycle or motorbike. Tourists can also visit the rice paper making village and see how the paper that is wrapped around so many delicious Vietnamese rolls is made.
Hau Thanh Temple on the island is where King Tu Duc conferred the title of Hoang Thanh Bon Canh (The land of god) in 1852. The quiet temple is surrounded by trees. In the fourth lunar month every year, there is a traditional festival at the temple which attracts many pilgrims and visitors.
Tourists take a boat along the canal in the Mekong Delta
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