Being the capital city of Tien Giang province and only 65km southwest of Ho Chi Minh City, My Tho achieves fame for its immense orchards. It is easily reached after 2 hours drive.
SIGHTSEEING SPOTS: Vinh Trang Pagoda , located in a large garden in My Phong commune, was built by Mr. And Mrs. Bui Cong Dat in the early 19th century. From 1849, the pagoda was managed by Buddhist Priest Hue Dang from Giac Lam Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. He led people to refine the pagoda and named it Vinh Trang Pagoda. The structure was built in a mixture of Chinese, Vietnamese and Angkor architectural styles. The pagoda consists of 5 buildings, 2 ornamental yards and 178 pillars.
Dong Tam snake farm is the center of snake breeding for taking venom for exportation, as well as medicinal plant cultivation and the study and treatment of snake-bites, for people in the Cuu Long River Delta. The farm is 9 km from My Tho. There is a snake-breeding zone with dozens of species to feed or even to play with. There are also crocodiles and other species of birds and animals on hand.
