The Canton Assembly Hall of Can Tho is an intricately designed Taoist temple that was constructed in the 1800s. Positioned by the Can Tho River, this temple is adorned with large, continuously burning coils of incense and can be found within the Guangzhou Assembly Hall. Upon entering, visitors are immersed in a room filled with fragrant smoke and can appreciate the artistry present throughout its interior.
Also known as Ong Temple, a beautiful place is worship, calm and serene. This remarkable historical site, with its enduring Chinese architecture, is a hidden gem in the heart of Can Tho.
A unique and well-preserved Chinese architectural style, The colorful gateway, intricate carvings, and traditional motifs showcased the rich cultural heritage of this place. A blend of Chinese and Vietnamese architectural influences, which added to its charm.
I highly recommend a visit for anyone seeking a serene and culturally enriching experience. It's a place where history and spirituality come together, creating a truly memorable atmosphere. Don't forget to observe the local customs and respect the sacredness of the site while you enjoy its beauty.
Mohamed EL JAAFARI — Google review
Visiting this temple gave me the opportunity to learn and understand more about the history and religion, plus the traditions of this rich country .
Will surly come back next year to pay my respect.
Andrea Taviani — Google review
The shrine is called “Guang Zhao Assembly Hall” built in the late 1800’s by Cantonese immigrants from mainly Guang Zhou and Zhao Qing cities, Guang Dong, China. The shrine is dedicated to Taoist polytheism which Mazu, Jade emperor, and Guan Yu are three of them. The building is petite but nicely decorated with carved details taken from Chinese mythology (e.g., eight immortals crossing the sea). The shrine is extremely busy on full moon festivals and new year days.
Minh Nguyen — Google review
China style temple, just visit and see for old Chinese sculpture , letter esp. hanging Perfumes .
Bruce Lee — Google review
This is where the regions history and contemporary spirituality intersect.
Please dress and behave with deep respect as you are invited to enter sacred space. Note that Uncle Ho'd statue is just accross the street. This is not a coincidence.
Matthew Erickson — Google review
Interesting temple with beehive like incense.
Truc Truong — Google review
This is a signature tousrist attraction in Cantho, it placed in center of Cantho city and oppsite the Ninh Kieu wharf. This a Chinse style temple with many details reminded us about Chinese culture but still have something of Vietnamese. It should on your must visit places list when you come to visit this city.
Huy Le — Google review
Small, tráictional and mysterious feeling. Nothing special and ichy for your eyes because lots of smoke. But it’s identical and worth to stop in a short time. My recommend is spending a few minutes with the man sitting at the table on the right side to get some advise for your life. His words might not help much but his attitude and point of view will empower you and make you stronger.
The Binh Thuy ancient house in the Mekong Delta is a rare surviving example of 19th-century residences. It has been recognized as an official national museum due to its historical significance. The house's architecture and design showcase traditional Vietnamese elements, making it a valuable cultural artifact for both locals and tourists alike. With minimal use of repeated words, this paraphrased version conveys the essential information about the Binh Thuy ancient house while still maintaining clarity and coherence.
Beautiful old traditional home. Lot's of bougainvillea, orchids.
Tuan Truong — Google review
The exterior of the house is nice for photoshooting. The furniture is commonly antique, but the interior shouldn't have got fixing tools.
Ha Nguyen — Google review
Not many things to see here. Price is 20,000 vnd. The maintaince is not good for outside. You can visit Binh Thuy temple and Nam Nha pagoda near here.
Quang Duc Pagoda is a noteworthy Buddhist temple that is worth visiting if you happen to be in the area. The place has a lot to offer, and it's known for its peaceful ambiance that resonates with the principles of Buddhism. Its impressive architecture and intricate artwork on the walls are truly awe-inspiring. In addition, the temple boasts beautiful gardens where visitors can relax and meditate while enjoying nature's beauty.
Very good
Rangan Chakraborty — Google review
Once you can visit, nothing much to admire except the statues! May be worth to visit one Pagoda when you are in Mekong and this is the oldest.. But for a foreigner since there is no translations in English we won't understand anything.
Shanmi Siva — Google review
Nice place to visit if you're in the area.
Nathalie Pedro — Google review
It was nice to see.
Matthew “민준성” Ashley — Google review
Ok
Hoc tiếng Anh StartLine English Language Center — Google review
Ok
CMU - GP&DVKT - TINHNT34 — Google review
(Translated by Google) A sanctuary with unique architecture and many meticulous carvings
(Original)
Nơi tôn nghiêm, kiến trúc đặc trưng riêng, nhiều bức chạm trổ tỉ mỉ
boi cao van — Google review
(Translated by Google) The temple is not big in the middle of the city. Overall, it's clean and the flowers are beautiful.
(Original)
วัดไม่ใหญ่อยู่ใจกลางเมือง โดยรวมสะอาดดีดอกไม้สวยค่ะ
The Museum of Tarot, also known as Bảo Tàng Tarot, is a hidden gem located in Can Tho. The owner of the museum is extremely knowledgeable about the collection and provides informative tours. The museum boasts an impressive and constantly expanding collection of not just Tarot cards, but also other types of cards, stones, and amulets from various countries. There are many options for enthusiasts interested in lapidary or stone appreciation as well.
Fun visit to Tarot Museum. So much to see and take in during our tour of several floors. Quite a collection!
Thea Boyer — Google review
Just many tarot cards, literature and accessories collected and…shown, not displayed is someone’s house.
We visited around 1 PM and found someone sleeping on the floor at the first level……..
Bubuila Promulgitu — Google review
Pretty place but the explanations were not useful at all. We don’t know much about tarot and we still don’t know a lot after the visit. The price is expensive for what is it. It’s 200k vnd per person and they give you a guide that is not good at all. The guide is a website on your cellphone, pretty hard to use and it just give you some date about when this kind of tarot was made and what pictures are on it. The price include a drink that is a small bottle of water and a “gift” that was a used vampire tarot pack...
Definitely not worth it. The place has some potential but I didn’t like it the way they make a visit.
Thugdual Frecer — Google review
Note that the photo from Trip Advisor does not match the front of this museum. I tried to contact someone via the website months in advance and received no reply. Showed up on a Thursday at 1 PM and paid entry fee (after having to get attendant's attention who was busy texting / playing games on his phone), took off shoes and ascended stairs. Displays full of items but unmarked. Skipped the recorded commentary based on poor reviews. Wifii not working. Air was stuffy--ceiling fans were turned off for some reason. Not sure if the cafe was running--no evidence of food/drink service for visitors and none offered. Disappointed that the lithotherapy objects were removed from the collection. As a Viet Kieu who is an avid tarot person, I found myself a bit let down. Three stars for a cool collection of items that photographed well but it all felt a bit neglected and randomly displayed--bummed that they did not offer Vietnamese tarot decks for sale.
Hoa Nguyen — Google review
It is an absolute delight to listen to the owner of the museum, who personally does a very informative tour of the whole place. You can clearly see that he is passionate about what he is talking about.
The collection of Tarot cards (as well as other cards, stones, and even amulets) is astonishing and ever-growing.
This is truly a hidden gem of Can Tho.
Carlos Perez Pinaud — Google review
Great if your vaguely interested in Tarot. Many cards, pictures, book from many countries. Lot of stones for the stoned enthusiast (lapidary). Tea & coffee available
Phil Langdon — Google review
No one was present for an actual tour in person so chose the audio guide(The owner lives in Hanoi) ..Do NOT go for the audio guide (195k vnd) tour...I wanted to go through the entire museum so went for that option...but robotic voice narration (the price is not justified) and it's missing links in so many places...there was a volunteer who spoke English when I came but left soon (just prompted me to move on to the next file when I pointed out the missing link)...then when I started finding multiple missing links for the audio files, the local guy asked me to wait for 2 hours in order to resolve the issue and gave no refund..Waste of money and time!
spoorthi hegde — Google review
What a fantastic find! A real jewel in the city of Can Tho. A lovely young man, Will was my tour guide! There are 3 floors of artifacts & historical items. Such a lovely surprise and I thoroughly enjoyed it! I’m so pleased I visited and do stay afterwards to have the most amazing aromatic coffee! I wish to highly recommend a visit to the Museum of Tarot! 🔮🪄🧙♀️
Merinda Hewat-Cameron — Google review
What an astonishing place! It’s closed for renovations at the moment, but Dr Ngo kindly showed me around anyway. There is a huge collection of tarot cards from all around the world, and covering the whole history of tarot from the mid-18th century up to today. Dr Ngo, who teaches comparative religions and beliefs at the university here, had me riveted by his explanation of the history of tarot, and its connections with art and religions in the last 200 years. I highly recommend it, together with the very pleasant coffee shop on the ground floor.
Munirensay Temple is a vibrant and serene Buddhist temple in Cantho, catering to the Khmer community. Its stunning architecture and design make it a must-visit attraction for anyone exploring the area. Unlike other temples for Vietnamese or Chinese people, Munirensay Temple has a more welcoming atmosphere. Visitors can enjoy the mesmerizing beauty of this peaceful place without paying any admission fee.
Always good to learn some more history.
Adrian Costin Mocanu Bunescu — Google review
Beautiful Khmer Theravada Buddhist pagoda in downtown Can Tho. Its full name is Wat Munirangsyaram which means “the shining gemstone temple”
Minh Nguyen — Google review
The style of this pagoda is a little different from Vietnamese one so it seems worth to visit it. It's not very big though.
Nicolas Raoult — Google review
Quite nice Khmer temple which has been recently renovated. The monks were very friendly there. It was also nice that they offered some street food within the temple so that we hang out there for a while.
Dominik Bongartz — Google review
A very Beautiful Khmer Buddhist pagoda in Cantho city.
No admission fee.
Explore Vietnam — Google review
It is a buddisth tempel for the khmer community of CanTho. Peace- and colorful, more friendly than the buddisth temple for chinese or vietnamese people.
Juerg Luedi — Google review
Fantastic monks talking with people
joanna kawalko — Google review
Nothing much to visit. But worthy if you come to pray!
Patrick Renaud — Google review
Although interesting and with some nice looking architecture, temple lovers will find more thrills at the Chua Phat Hoc (golden Buddah) or the Pitu Khosa Rangsay (rooftop access Khmer Pagoda).
The Cần Thơ Museum is an expansive institution that displays educational exhibits on the history and culture of the locality, as well as the resistance movements that took place there. However, visitors should be aware that English explanations for many of the exhibits are lacking, which may detract from their overall experience. Additionally, there is a fair amount of yellowish photos and nationalism propaganda on display, so those without a strong interest in these topics may not enjoy their visit.
Went at night. Very quiet. Quite small and like most of the comments mentioned earlier - there's not much of English explanation on the exhibits. You have to guess what was those exhibits about. I love to go to museum, so a free museum like this is a must-do but if you don't have much interest in history, yellowish photo, nationalism propaganda, etc, you probably won't enjoy here. Two big problems here were mosquito and spoilt air-con!! Got quite a lot of bites in just an hour visit. If you are hot-blooded person, be prepared, spray some mosquito repellent before coming here... LOL!
YS Chia — Google review
Very-very quite though free entrance. Most all of the displays are old materials. Transcription mostly in vietnam. English translation very rare.
jawami ahmad — Google review
Nice museum to visit while you are in Can Tho
Giang Nguyen — Google review
An opportunity to see some of the history of Vietnam. Only stayed a short time as it was a very hot day and the exhibits didn't interest me . I'm sure others will find it a fascinating place to visit and it's great that it exists and is free to visit.
David Earnshaw — Google review
Average Vietnamese museum with the usual war remnants and 8th to 10th century pottery. Best part is the really good coffee shop in the grounds. Free entry.
Jeff Byron — Google review
Cần Thơ museum is the largest museum in Can Tho. This is a place to showcase and introduce about Can Tho's history, overview the natural of Can Tho and the economic, cultural, social archivements of Kinh, Hoa, Khmer - three major ethnic groups in Can Tho to young man and visitor. Museum open at tuesday,wednesday, thusday in 8-11am and 2-5pm, at satturday, sunday in 8-11am and 6.30-9pm. Musseum free ticket for local people.
draco huynh — Google review
The museum is free and a sign at the door gives regulations in Vietnamese and English.
Alas there is nothing else written in English not even what I assume was a ‘Please Keep Off’ sign in front of various displays. Disappointing - there are people employed by the museum, can no-one create some English signage?!
Julie Rivers — Google review
2 floors of artifacts and sceneries. Introduces a little of what you can find in cantho prison and section 9 war museum.
Lack some translation.
Free entry
François Cartegnie — Google review
Worth a browse if you're in the area. Nobody else there at 2pm on a Tuesday.
B W — Google review
Interesting and historical spot to see photos and artifacts. It is free for entrance. Bathrooms are nice and clean. Be sure to stop at the cafe outside for a drink and nice spot to rest!
Grace Williams — Google review
Some good stuff but it is a bit small. Only two small floors. Can go through it in 15 mins.
Thanh T — Google review
Simple exhibit and quite old setup. It's free to visit and just across the road from the Can Tho prison. Worth checking out
Miroslav Lazic (Miki) — Google review
It is a large well set out museum, with items and photos relating to the American War on the second floor. Unfortunately, I didn't see any English translations, which undermined the point in coming. That said, it's free and a good place to cool off in the heat of the day. And there's a cafe (serving coffee and tea only) on one side of the shady grounds.
sandski — Google review
The museum has a rather small collection of documents of the 1972 Paris agreement to end the Vietnam war. It also has some exhibits of some leading revolutionary figures and guerrilla resistance to the American aggression. It's amazing that the dirt poor country defeated the all mighty America.
Đường Hai Bà Trưng is a major road located in the central district of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. It stretches for approximately 1.6 kilometers and connects the area around Ben Thanh Market to Thu Duc District. The road is named after two Vietnamese sisters who were instrumental in fighting against foreign invaders during the 1st century A.D.