Duong Dong
Visit Dinh Cau, rest and explore the night market.
Familiar names before the reorganisation: An Giang, Kiên Giang.
Choose Phu Quoc for an island stay; explore the Chau Doc region on another trip.
FOUNDING THE NATION
Thoai Ngoc Hau — Canals and settlement
Originally from Quang Nam; associated with infrastructure and settlement in An Giang.
Explore An Giang’s history through infrastructure and collective labor.
Nguyen Van Thoai, known as Thoai Ngoc Hau, was associated with Thoai Ha and Vinh Te canals and local roads.
His Nui Sam tomb commemorates this legacy, which also depended on the labor of many communities.
Places to understand the story
Visit Thoai Ngoc Hau’s tomb at Nui Sam and learn about Vinh Te Canal.
Historical references
White chrysanthemums · A stop to remember
Contextual remembrance suggestions appear under attractions with a verified connection. A white flower where permitted is enough; sharing a photograph is optional.
Catalogue in progress
The martyrs’ cemetery list and coordinates for An Giang are being checked. No location is ready for publication here yet; this does not mean there are no martyrs’ cemeteries in this province.
01 / ONE LOCAL AREA · MORE TIME TO EXPLORE
A local route, at your pace
One base · two days exploring, an optional relaxed third day
Suggested baseDuong Dong, Phu Quoc
Use taxis or a booked car around the centre, west coast and Ham Ninh.
Keep the same local base, with an optional third day for culture, food and time to unwind.
Nearby eastern route
Combine Tranh Stream and Ham Ninh, returning to your base after seafood.
Beach relaxation
Spend time at Long Beach with refreshments and a relaxed island pace.
An editorial route suggestion, excluding travel to and from the destination. The destination catalogue offers choices for different trips; not all places are close together. Check routes, weather and opening arrangements before booking.
02 / SCENERY & HERITAGE
Distinctive places to explore
- Duong Dong, Phu Quoc
Dinh Cau shrine
Dinh CậuA coastal shrine linked to island community life.
- Duong Dong, Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc Night Market
Chợ đêm Phú QuốcBrowse local food and island products.
- Western Phu Quoc
Long Beach
Bãi TrườngA long beach suited to unhurried seaside time.
- Duong To – Ham Ninh direction
Tranh Stream
Suối TranhA shaded walking route; water levels are seasonal.
- Eastern Phu Quoc
Ham Ninh fishing village
Làng chài Hàm NinhExplore coastal life and local crab dishes.
- Southern Phu Quoc
Sao Beach
Bãi SaoA white-sand beach for a separate outing.
03 / LOCAL FLAVOURS
Regional dishes to try
- Phu Quoc
Bun ken coconut fish noodles
Bún kènRice noodles with minced fish and coconut broth.
- Phu Quoc
Bun quay seafood noodles
Bún quậyFresh noodles with shrimp paste, fish paste and squid.
- Ham Ninh, Phu Quoc
Ham Ninh swimming crab
Ghẹ Hàm NinhSwimming crab commonly steamed to retain its sweetness.
- Phu Quoc
Grilled pen-shell scallops
Còi biên mai nướngThe firm adductor muscle of pen shells, grilled.
- Phu Quoc
Sea urchin
Nhum biểnOften grilled with scallion oil or cooked in porridge.
These suggestions introduce local culture; they are not rankings or guarantees of quality. Ask providers about ingredients, allergies and dietary needs; check local rules, weather, opening hours and prices before travelling.
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References & current administrative boundaries
Edited and checked: 19 October 2026. Some sources use former boundaries; suggestions are grouped under the current province-level units in Resolution 202/2025/QH15. Read the resolution ↗
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