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Taking excursion to Dai Nam Van Hien Tourism Park
For those day-trippers who are not willing to
spend the time scouring the country to discover the historical images and the
centuries old culture of Vietnam’s 63 provinces and cities, there is a place
just 40 kilometers outside HCMC in Binh Duong Province offering replicas of the
wonders of the world, a zoo, and a colorful, natural setting that promises an
unforgettable short excursion.
The Dai Nam Van Hien Tourism Park is surrounded by an imposing wall in the style
of feudal Asia. Along it are statues of soldiers holding spears and shields with
far-away looks as if they were on watch for enemies.
The park covers 711 hectares, of which 261 hectares of the first phase were
completed last year while the second phase is under construction. With its
man-made lakes, rivers and mountains you get the feeling of experiencing far
away landscapes without spending days or weeks. There are a wide range of
recreational activities that appeal to people of all ages. Replicas of the
Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, Angkor Wat, Thailand’s Golden Pagoda and
the Kremlin are also on display.
One of the towering works is Kim Dien, or Dai Nam Quoc Tu Temple, which features
historical exhibits of Vietnam’s dynasties from Ngo to Nguyen. The temple is
surrounded by a poetic moat called Bao Giang which rests under the shade of the
green trees and is home to many kinds of fish.
The moat is lined on both sides with bonsai and flowers as well as recreational
family facilities that include a circus, trains, a mirrored ‘laughing house’, a
roller coaster and water slides. Adults can bathe in a warm stream or practice
tai chi. These recreational zones are separated by yards of grass and small
paths lined with colorful flowers. One kilometer from the recreation area is an
artificial beach where tourists play in the waves as if on a real beach. The
open zoo has over 800 types of animals including rare species such as the white
lion, the rhino, the zebra and the giraffe.
Behind the temple is the artificial Bao Son Mountain Range which includes a
sanctuary with many statues of Buddha in the peaceful fragrance of incense. The
highlight of the range is a seven-story tower used to worship historical
characters of Vietnam such as the 18 Hung Kings, President Ho Chi Minh, and
heroes and martyrs who devoted their lives to build and defend the country.
Tourists can stay overnight at the park’s Dai Nam Hotel nestled along the wall.
Entrance tickets are VND40,000 but admission is free on Mondays and Tuesdays. To
get to the park, catch a bus from Ben Thanh Station in HCMC’s District 1.
Source: VietNamNet/SGT |
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