Dong Thap

Tourism in Đồng Tháp, the celebrated "Land of the Pink Lotus" in the heart of the Mekong Delta, is an enchanting blend of serene wetlands, vibrant floral landscapes, and a rich historical tapestry. In 2026, the province has reached new heights as an eco-tourism powerhouse, anchored by the Tram Chim National Park—a Ramsar site world-renowned for its rare Sarus Cranes and breathtaking sunset boat tours through blooming lotus and water lily fields. The natural scenery is a masterpiece of the "Plain of Reeds," featuring the lush cajuput forests of Xẻo Quýt and Gáo Giồng, which transform into a vibrant water world during the floating season. Culturally, Đồng Tháp is a "Heritage Region," home to the 100-year-old Sa Đéc Flower Village, which hosted the grand 2026 Sa Đéc Flower and Ornamental Festival with spectacular hot air balloon displays and "flower carpets" on the water. Visitors are also drawn to the romantic Huỳnh Thủy Lê Ancient House, the inspiration for the novel The Lover, and the sacred Gò Tháp archaeological site. The culinary experience is a world-record-breaking journey, most notably for its 200 lotus-based dishes, including grilled snakehead fish wrapped in young lotus leaves and lotus seed sweet soup. No visit is complete without savoring Hủ tiếu Sa Đéc (chewy rice noodles), the tangy-sweet Nem Lai Vung (fermented pork), and the succulent Lai Vung pink mandarins. Whether you are "cloud-hunting" over a sea of lotuses or exploring the terracotta-roofed pagodas of Sa Đéc, Đồng Tháp offers a deeply poetic and authentic encounter with the soul of the Mekong.