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Can Tho has always been one of the most attractive destinations in the journey to explore the land of the Mekong Delta. This place not only has vast fruit orchards and floating markets on the river but also a historic house that bears significant historical marks. Binh Thuy Ancient House is one of them, with the most beautiful appearance in the land of Tay Do, which has long become an attractive destination for tourists. Let's explore more content in the following article with NVK Travel.
Below are some basic information to help you understand more about Binh Thuy Ancient House:
Located at 142/144 Bui Huu Nghia Street - Binh Thuy Ward - Can Tho City. About 9km from the center, the road to the ancient house is relatively easy to navigate, and you just need to cross Binh Thuy Bridge and then turn into the market area and go straight to get there. If you are not sure about the way, you can ask local residents.
Overview of Binh Thuy Ancient House
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There will be 2 time slots during the day:
If you visit during one of these time slots but the house is closed or you don't see anyone selling tickets for the visit, you can immediately contact Binh Thuy Ancient House Can Tho at 0987.055.963, and Mr. Bay (the owner) will come right away.
If you want to visit this ancient house, you need to buy a ticket priced at 15,000 VND/person. However, the special thing is that this ticket is not issued by the government but set by the owner of the ancient house, the Duong family. This is because this house belongs to the private heritage of the family.
Ticket price for visiting the ancient house
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Binh Thuy Ancient House in Can Tho belongs to the Mekong Delta with a climate that has 2 distinct seasons throughout the year:
It is advisable to visit during the dry season for a better experience
As one of the famous tourist spots in Can Tho, Binh Thuy Ancient House has a unique architecture and a long historical background. It is also a perfect combination of the Vietnamese spirit - Southern culture and Eastern-Western architecture, creating an impressive masterpiece that surprises any visitor who sets foot here.
From the outside looking in, the first thing you see is the gate fence designed with iron and concrete pillars. Therefore, if you don't know, visitors might mistakenly think this is the gate of a modern house. Passing through the gate, you will encounter another three-arch gate built in the Chinese architectural style with 4 large pillars, 2 concrete pillars, and 2 wooden pillars.
The beam system of the three-arch gate is made of wood, with a green-tiled roof above. At the top, there are many lively decorations such as unicorns, goldfish, flowers, and leaves. Notably, there is also a large sign in Chinese that says “Phuoc An Hieu” and a sign in Vietnamese that says “Phu Tho Duong Family”.
Standing from the yard looking into the ancient house, you will admire a very sophisticated architectural work. The carvings from the pillars, door arches to the house edges are intricately carved. Binh Thuy Ancient House also impresses with 2 arched staircases leading into the house. If you pay attention, you will see 2 large bronze lamps from the French era placed right in front of the facade on both sides of the staircase.
From the outside, Binh Thuy Ancient House is also built on a relatively high foundation. Do you know why? Because this house is designed higher than other ordinary houses to prevent flooding.
A place where many architectural cultures converge
The architecture of Binh Thuy Ancient House bears strong Eastern-Western influences. This house also breaks the traditional 3-room rule common in the Mekong Delta with an area of 6,000m2 divided into 5 rooms. The floor of the house uses a type of dull imported tile from France. The front room and the middle and back rooms are built in a connected manner, separated by intricately carved wooden arches.
The interior space is also displayed with many valuable antique objects, arranged symmetrically. The living room follows the classic European style with a Louis 15 salon from France and classic chandeliers made of white wood,... Other spaces also embody a very luxurious traditional Vietnamese style. All of this shows that this was a prosperous family at that time, making many people dream.
Unique architecture inside the house space
Visiting Binh Thuy Ancient House without listening to the mysterious legends here is truly a significant omission. In fact, not only this ancient house but almost all ancient houses in the Mekong Delta area are associated with intriguing and captivating stories. If you have the chance to visit Can Tho, take the time to come here and listen to the tales.
Listen to the mysterious stories about the structure
With its high cultural and historical value, Binh Thuy Ancient House has become the main backdrop for famous films such as: The Beauty of Tay Do, The Heir of Bac Lieu, The Paths of the Star,... These are all classic names filmed directly at Binh Thuy Ancient House, showcasing the unique cultural values of our society at that time and captivating the hearts of many Vietnamese people with the tenderness and openness of the Southern land.
Film set for well-known films
The land of Tay Do has always been a place that leaves visitors in awe of its simple yet incredibly attractive beauty. Besides Binh Thuy Ancient House, when you come to Can Tho, you can also explore other beautiful and interesting places such as:
Near Binh Thuy Ancient House is Binh Thuy Communal House - a spiritual tourism destination. Interestingly, the owner of the ancient house also contributed a lot of money and effort to build this communal house. Binh Thuy Communal House, also known as Long Tuyen Co Mieu, is a pride of the traditional cultural beauty of the people of Tay Do.
This is also a structure with artistic architectural value from the period of land reclamation in the Southwestern region in the 19th century. Through many ups and downs, Binh Thuy Communal House still retains many unique artistic elements of the riverine region.
Visit and light incense at Binh Thuy Temple
Ninh Kieu Wharf is also on the list of must-visit places when you come to Can Tho. You will have the opportunity to enjoy the cuisine of the Mekong Delta with famous specialties, bustling dining areas, and night markets.
Especially, the wharf has the Love Bridge that sparkles beautifully at night. It is considered an architectural symbol similar to the Starlight Bridge in Saigon. You can stroll on the bridge with friends to admire the night view, and also take some great check-in photos.
Walk at Ninh Kieu Wharf to enjoy the beautiful night scenery
Con Son consists of many households raising fish rafts and cultivating fruit gardens for a long time. Here, you will visit the lush garden scenery, and especially, you can see flying snakehead fish, watch fish eat rice, or learn how to make traditional cakes along with many other interesting experiences.
Travel to Con Son to experience exciting activities
It is one of the ancient temples over 100 years old in Can Tho. This is also a temple built by the Chinese with beautiful architecture that has remained intact since it was first constructed. A historic place with many beautiful corners for you to take photos.
Cai Rang Floating Market is also a famous tourist destination in Can Tho. It is considered one of the 10 most beautiful canals and always ranks among the top floating markets in Asia. Sitting on the water, you will visit thousands of bustling boats trading. A must-try experience when you come here is to eat bun rieu, hu tieu, drink coffee or soybean milk right on the boat.
Explore the beauty of Cai Rang Floating Market in the early morning
Hopefully, the information shared about Binh Thuy Ancient House by NVK Travel above will help you gain a better overview. The house is not just a simple sightseeing spot or a place for check-in photos, but also a place for visitors to explore the ancient cultural beauty of the Mekong Delta. If you haven't planned your trip to Can Tho yet, please contact us immediately for detailed advice.
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