Tân An
Tân An
Tân An
Tân An
The capital of Long An Province in the Mekong Delta — a land of ancient cultures and unique natural ecosystems.
Long An
City
Ecotourism
Tân An is the administrative center of Long An Province, located 94 km from Ho Chi Minh City. The city is an ideal starting point for immersing yourself in the atmosphere of the Mekong Delta. The region is famous for its rich historical past, dating back to the Kingdom of Funan, and unique nature, including famous cajuput forests and vast lotus fields.
Key facts
- Population
165,000
- Region
Mekong Delta
- Distance from HCMC
94 km
- Best season
July — October
- Climate
Tropical (humid)
Main highlights
The region offers both historical discoveries and unique natural landscapes characteristic of the Mekong Delta.
Tan Lap Village (Tân Lập)
20 kmEndless Field
33 kmBoat Trips
in the regionLocal cuisine
Tân An's gastronomy is inextricably linked to the gifts of the Mekong River and local agriculture.
River Fish Dishes
Snails with Lemongrass
Excursions
The province is great for day trips and short getaways from Ho Chi Minh City.
- Tan Lap Village
20 min — visit the cajuput forest ecosystem.
- Endless Field
40 min — photo shoots in the lotus fields.
- Dong Thap Muoi
1 hour — explore medicinal plants and essential oil production.
On-site
- Transport
Car or motorbike (recommended for secondary roads).
- Flood Season
July–October — the best time for landscape photography and lotus blooming.
- Safety
High
- The best time to watch the lotus flowers bloom is early morning from 7:00 to 9:00.
- Despite the rainy season, the period from July to October is the most picturesque for a visit, when the rivers overflow into the fields.
- Get around by motorbike to truly feel the local charm of rural roads and wetlands.