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Vinh Long - Pottery village & Khmer pagodas - personal travel guide

Updated: Jan 15


Mang Thit - Pottery Riverside village that's still working until now


Vinh Long takes traveling from Sai Gon (3 hrs), or Ben Tre (1-2hrs), Can Tho (2 hrs), but it might by worthy to visit if you are a nature & local life lovers. To get to Vinh Long, it is not too difficult to catch a public bus. We made a detailed blogs on this:



Alternatively, if you prefer, we can arrange a taxi from anywhere in Vietnam to Vinh Long for you with a fair price. You can contact us via WhatsApp to ask the price: +84985222917


WEATHEr IN Vinh Long


Pretty hot and dry. Very sunny. Much dryer than coastal provinces in Mekong Delta like Ben Tre for example. Sometimes scorching hot. But during late afternoon and night time is breezy.


→ Tip: Bring sunscreen, sun cream, water, and a light scarf or hat for sun protection. And don’t forget your camera - this town is incredibly photogenic!



EXPLORING VINH LONG


Mang Thit Pottery Village

This is the highlight of Mang Thit in my opinion. A beautiful old tradition of Mekong Delta.




Sanghamangala HAnh Phúc Tăng Pagoda:




Where to eat in VINH LONG


MEO U KITCHEN (Chubby cat kitchen)

Japanese-style, cozy, trendy, romantic restaurant on the main street

Food and drinks are delicious, we loved it.





Where to stay in VINH LONG


Instead of staying in the city, head to An Binh Island, which is known for its homestays. While it’s closer to a floating market, note that this market is much smaller and quieter, as many locals now rely on trucks instead of boats.


Some Authentic and good-serviced homestays in Vinh Long are

1. Mekong Pottery Homestay

Honest feeling about this homestay:

  • Lovely, welcoming host, budget price

  • Location is easy to find, right on the main road

  • Near Mang Thit Pottery village

  • Organize pottery making tour

  • Cozy design, surrounded by greenery garden

  • Downside: A bit humid, little sunshine during the day, small space

  • Website: https://mekongpotteryhomestay.com


Mekong Pottery homestay in Mang Thit - Vinh Long
Mekong Pottery homestay in Mang Thit - Vinh Long
2. Song Me Home

Honest feeling about this homestay:



Final Thoughts

Vinh Long. Whether you’re into nature, history, culture, quiet countryside roads, or meaningful cultural interactions, Vinh Long is absolutely worth the detour.



 
 
 

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