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Soc Trang Province,Destination and Specialities in Soc Trang Province,Travelling to Soc Trang, Soc Trang
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About Soc Trang
Soc Trang city is about 240km south of Ho Chi Minh city and 60 km southeast of Can Tho city. The name “Soc Trang” comes from a Khmer name “Srok Kh'leang” which means “a place where silver is stored”. This is also where most of Khmer people live. Therefore, beside Kinh’s culture (the major people in Viet Nam), Khmer cultural characteristics can be seen everywhere, especially at Khmer pagodas.
SOC TRANG PROVINCE Square: 3.311,8 km 2 Population: 1300,8 thousands people (2010) City: Soc Trang City Districts : Ke Sach, My Tu, My Xuyen, Thanh Tri, Long Phu, Vinh Chau, Cu Lao Dung, Nga Nam. OVERVIEW Soc Trang Province of Vietnam is located deep in the Mekong Delta. Soc Trang is bordered to the north and north-east by the Hau River (lower Mekong River) and Tra Vinh Province, to the north by Can Tho Province, to the north-west by Hau...

Soc Trang Tourist attractions

Nga Nam Floating Market

One of the best authentic things to see and do in Soc Trang is Nga Nam non-touristy floating market and the local villages. This market gives many visitors so much touching about the Mekong Delta floating market like 30 years ago because of its charmings, natural beauties, amazing sampan experiences and the stunning location. It is a must-see for those who want to know the real floating market of the local Vietnamese with the traditional and cultural river life on the Mekong River.

Som Rong pagoda

Som Rong pagoda is home to the largest giant reclining Buddha statue in Vietnam that was just inaugurated in 2020, with a length of 63m, a height of 22.5m and a weight of 490 tons. From hundreds of metres away, visitors can see the majestic statue of the Buddha Shakyamuni Buddha. This is the highlight, creating a harmonious beauty in the overall architecture of the Somrong pagoda.

Som Rong Pagoda, sometimes also called Patum Wongsa Som Rong pagoda, was built in 1785s following Khmer traditional architectural practice and has been repaired many times. It is widely known as Som Rong pagoda, because there have been many local Som Rong trees for a long time in this area.

Bat pagoda (Chua Doi)

Dơi pagoda’s architecture exhibits both Vietnamese and Cambodian features. It was initially named “Serây tê chô mahatúp”, which means a blessing of good virtue. It was called Mã Tộc by the local. The pagoda is commonly known as “Dơi means Bat” because it is home to a big colony of bats. According to the bibliography, this is one of the most intact examples of pagodas in the Mekong Delta.

Bowl (Chen Kieu) Pagoda

According to a member of the pagoda’s management board, the pagoda was erected in 1815 in a spacious area with lots of trees. It was damaged at war. During the rebuilding, due to a lack of construction materials, monks came up with the inspiration of calling for donations of bowls and plates from local people for use in decorating the main building. The name of “Chen Kieu” pagoda originated from the monks tiled old “Porcelain” bowls, plates to the pagoda’s walls, stairs and many other locations to create extremely impressive motifs during the process of pagoda reconstruction in 1969.

Khleang Khmer Pagoda

Kh’Leang pagoda is a notable Theravada Buddhist pagoda in Sóc Trăng, a town in the Mekong Delta region of southern Vietnam. With a large ethnic Khmer population in the town, Khleang pagoda is the most well-known Khmer pagoda which features an architectural style similar to the pagodas of Cambodia. Built in 1533, it was originally made of wood with a roof thatched with palm leaves. Since it’s construction up to now, Khleang pagoda has been restored for two times in 1963 and 1994. The pagoda was later reconstructed with brick, and the roof was covered with tiles. The pagoda lies on an area of 3,800m² with a lot of sugar palm trees. a range of wooden stilt-houses and some architectural works.

Tan Long Stork Garden

If you are still imagining how the Mekong Delta landscape looks like, then Tan Long Stork Garden, located in Long Binh Commune, Nga Nam District, Soc Trang Province, will not disappoint you for any reason.

Ok Om Bok festival

If you travel to Soc Trang around October or November, you can have a chance to partake in Ok Om Bok festival – one of the 3 biggest festivals among the Khmer community. Annually held in the tenth full moon in Vietnamese Lunar calendar, the festival is about worshipping the moon and praying for abundant harvest.

On this occasion, the highlight revolves around Ghe Ngo boat race. As a special kind of timber boats, these are in the shape of Nagar snake – a Khmer’s sacred object. There are 30 groups of men and 10 groups of women attending in the race. The winning team will be awarded with special prize, in addition to the enthusiastic and great cheers from the crowds along the riverbanks.

Things to do in Soc Trang are surely incomplete without enjoying specialties in this province. Soc Trang gains fame for several typical foods, especially Nuoc Leo Rice Noddle Soup (Bún Nước Lèo) and Pia cake. Nuoc Leo Rice Noddle Soup is the culinary combination of Khmer, Vietnam and China. While the noodle is made of materials in Vietnamese, the ingredients come from Khmer and the broth is learnt from Chinese. Its delicious taste and exotic seasoning will satisfy your flavor in any case.

If you are wondering what to buy for your beloved ones at home, then Pia Cake is always a great idea. It has a taste with an aroma of durian fruit whilst the salted duck eggs have the greasy and buttery flavor. Although you can find the cake around Sai Gon, it cannot win the original Pia cake in Soc Trang.

In brief, there is no denying the truth that each destination in Viet Nam certainly brings you different experiences and discoveries. At that time, let’s add this province to your travel list. There are many things to do in Soc Trang that ensure your joyful and meaningful trip. Come and explore because this place always welcomes you with great warm and hospitability!
Soc Trang city is about 240km south of Ho Chi Minh city and 60 km southeast of Can Tho city. The name “Soc Trang” comes from a Khmer name “Srok Kh'leang” which means “a place where silver is stored”. This is also where most of Khmer people live. Therefore, beside Kinh’s culture (the major people in Viet Nam), Khmer cultural characteristics can be seen everywhere, especially at Khmer pagodas.
SOC TRANG PROVINCE Square: 3.311,8 km 2 Population: 1300,8 thousands people (2010) City: Soc Trang City Districts : Ke Sach, My Tu, My Xuyen, Thanh Tri, Long Phu, Vinh Chau, Cu Lao Dung, Nga Nam. OVERVIEW Soc Trang Province of Vietnam is located deep in the Mekong Delta. Soc Trang is bordered to the north and north-east by the Hau River (lower Mekong River) and Tra Vinh Province, to the north by Can Tho Province, to the north-west by Hau...

Soc Trang Tourist attractions

Nga Nam Floating Market

One of the best authentic things to see and do in Soc Trang is Nga Nam non-touristy floating market and the local villages. This market gives many visitors so much touching about the Mekong Delta floating market like 30 years ago because of its charmings, natural beauties, amazing sampan experiences and the stunning location. It is a must-see for those who want to know the real floating market of the local Vietnamese with the traditional and cultural river life on the Mekong River.

Som Rong pagoda

Som Rong pagoda is home to the largest giant reclining Buddha statue in Vietnam that was just inaugurated in 2020, with a length of 63m, a height of 22.5m and a weight of 490 tons. From hundreds of metres away, visitors can see the majestic statue of the Buddha Shakyamuni Buddha. This is the highlight, creating a harmonious beauty in the overall architecture of the Somrong pagoda.

Som Rong Pagoda, sometimes also called Patum Wongsa Som Rong pagoda, was built in 1785s following Khmer traditional architectural practice and has been repaired many times. It is widely known as Som Rong pagoda, because there have been many local Som Rong trees for a long time in this area.

Bat pagoda (Chua Doi)

Dơi pagoda’s architecture exhibits both Vietnamese and Cambodian features. It was initially named “Serây tê chô mahatúp”, which means a blessing of good virtue. It was called Mã Tộc by the local. The pagoda is commonly known as “Dơi means Bat” because it is home to a big colony of bats. According to the bibliography, this is one of the most intact examples of pagodas in the Mekong Delta.

Bowl (Chen Kieu) Pagoda

According to a member of the pagoda’s management board, the pagoda was erected in 1815 in a spacious area with lots of trees. It was damaged at war. During the rebuilding, due to a lack of construction materials, monks came up with the inspiration of calling for donations of bowls and plates from local people for use in decorating the main building. The name of “Chen Kieu” pagoda originated from the monks tiled old “Porcelain” bowls, plates to the pagoda’s walls, stairs and many other locations to create extremely impressive motifs during the process of pagoda reconstruction in 1969.

Khleang Khmer Pagoda

Kh’Leang pagoda is a notable Theravada Buddhist pagoda in Sóc Trăng, a town in the Mekong Delta region of southern Vietnam. With a large ethnic Khmer population in the town, Khleang pagoda is the most well-known Khmer pagoda which features an architectural style similar to the pagodas of Cambodia. Built in 1533, it was originally made of wood with a roof thatched with palm leaves. Since it’s construction up to now, Khleang pagoda has been restored for two times in 1963 and 1994. The pagoda was later reconstructed with brick, and the roof was covered with tiles. The pagoda lies on an area of 3,800m² with a lot of sugar palm trees. a range of wooden stilt-houses and some architectural works.

Tan Long Stork Garden

If you are still imagining how the Mekong Delta landscape looks like, then Tan Long Stork Garden, located in Long Binh Commune, Nga Nam District, Soc Trang Province, will not disappoint you for any reason.

Ok Om Bok festival

If you travel to Soc Trang around October or November, you can have a chance to partake in Ok Om Bok festival – one of the 3 biggest festivals among the Khmer community. Annually held in the tenth full moon in Vietnamese Lunar calendar, the festival is about worshipping the moon and praying for abundant harvest.

On this occasion, the highlight revolves around Ghe Ngo boat race. As a special kind of timber boats, these are in the shape of Nagar snake – a Khmer’s sacred object. There are 30 groups of men and 10 groups of women attending in the race. The winning team will be awarded with special prize, in addition to the enthusiastic and great cheers from the crowds along the riverbanks.

Things to do in Soc Trang are surely incomplete without enjoying specialties in this province. Soc Trang gains fame for several typical foods, especially Nuoc Leo Rice Noddle Soup (Bún Nước Lèo) and Pia cake. Nuoc Leo Rice Noddle Soup is the culinary combination of Khmer, Vietnam and China. While the noodle is made of materials in Vietnamese, the ingredients come from Khmer and the broth is learnt from Chinese. Its delicious taste and exotic seasoning will satisfy your flavor in any case.

If you are wondering what to buy for your beloved ones at home, then Pia Cake is always a great idea. It has a taste with an aroma of durian fruit whilst the salted duck eggs have the greasy and buttery flavor. Although you can find the cake around Sai Gon, it cannot win the original Pia cake in Soc Trang.

In brief, there is no denying the truth that each destination in Viet Nam certainly brings you different experiences and discoveries. At that time, let’s add this province to your travel list. There are many things to do in Soc Trang that ensure your joyful and meaningful trip. Come and explore because this place always welcomes you with great warm and hospitability!
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