Overview of Uncle Ho's Temple

Uncle Ho's Temple is located in Luong Tam commune, Can Tho City, and is one of the historical and cultural relics with the deepest spiritual and political significance in the southern region of the city. The temple was built and preserved by the devotion and steadfast spirit of the local people even during the fiercest years of war. This is not only a place to worship the great leader of the nation, but also a brilliant symbol of the eternal love of the Western people towards Uncle Ho, becoming an important patriotic traditional educational destination for tourists from all over.

Uncle's Temple Lake 

The relic complex is surrounded by a green, peaceful space with traditional architectural works blending with the typical natural landscape of the delta. Every year, on major anniversaries such as May 19 and September 2, this place organizes many festive activities and solemn incense offerings, attracting a large number of people and tourists to visit and commemorate. The presence of the temple in the heart of Luong Tam commune has created a unique cultural highlight, bringing relaxation and national pride to anyone who sets foot there.

Outstanding attractions at Uncle Ho's Temple

Main Temple

The temple main

The main temple is located in the center of the monument, built in traditional architecture with a bright red tile roof and a system of solemn wooden columns. Inside the main hall, the statue of Uncle Ho is placed in the most solemn position on a high platform, surrounded by horizontal panels and parallel sentences praising his merits. The space here always wafts with a cozy scent of incense, creating a quiet, respectful atmosphere, helping visitors feel relaxed and proud when bowing before Uncle Ho's spirit.

Relics display house

Exhibition house of relics area

Located in the grounds on the left side of the main Temple is the Artifacts Gallery, where hundreds of documents, images and valuable historical artifacts related to the temple construction process during the resistance period are kept. Visitors can see with their own eyes simple artifacts such as bamboo snares, bullet barrels or documentary photos of people in Luong Tam commune despite dangers to protect the temple. This is an important cultural highlight, helping the young generation better understand the heroic struggle history of this land.

Central square and ceremony yard

Central Stadium mind

In front of the main Temple is a large square paved with clean stones, where commemorative ceremonies, flower offerings and merit recognition take place on major national holidays. The square space is designed to be open, receiving cool breezes from the surrounding fields, creating a spaciousness and majesty for the entire relic complex. This is also the place where large-scale tour groups gather to perform memorial rituals before visiting the inner areas in detail.

Lotus pond area and bonsai grounds

Along the paths in the temple are a system of green lotus ponds and colorful flower beds that are meticulously cared for all year round. The pure scent of lotus mixed with the greenery of trees and leaves creates a peaceful "green lung", helping to regulate the air and bring a pleasant feeling to visitors amid the sunshine of the delta. The combination of spiritual architecture and rich natural landscape makes this place a unique cultural and ecological space, completely separate from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Three Entrance Gate and Relic Stele

Tam Gate Quan

The Temple's Three Gate Gate is majestically built with intricately carved lines, simulating the architecture of traditional Vietnamese village gates. Right behind the gate is a monolithic stone relic stele, briefly recording the history of its formation and the steadfast struggle of the army and people of Luong Tam commune to preserve the temple through the ages. This is the first check-in point, giving visitors an overall view and appreciation for the cultural and historical values ​​​​intactly preserved here.

In addition to the main highlights mentioned above, Uncle Ho Temple in Luong Tam commune has many other interesting details for visitors to explore:

  • Stopping house: A cool resting space for tourists after the tour, where you can enjoy hot tea and chat with the monument managers.

  • Heritage garden: An area where rare ancient trees are planted as gifts from leaders and people everywhere, symbolizing a strong bond.

  • Artistic relief system: Embossed wall panels recreate the life and career of Uncle Ho and the heroic battles of the local army and people.

  • Outdoor ceremony area: Place to organize cultural activities and public art performances on traditional festivals of the city.

Best time to travel

Dry season and lotus blooming season (November to April of the following year)

The period from May November to April every year is the most ideal time for tourists to make a pilgrimage to Luong Tam commune. During this season, Can Tho's weather is often cool and sunny, helping the space of the temple grounds become more spacious and majestic. In particular, this is also the season when the lotus in the ponds and lakes around the temple bloom, emitting a pure fragrance, creating an absolutely peaceful and solemn scene for the journey of offering incense to commemorate the great leader.

Great holidays (May 19 and September 2 every year)

If you want to feel the most solemn and bustling atmosphere, you should visit the temple on the occasion of the anniversary Uncle Ho's birthday (May 19) or National Day (September 2). During these days, the entire relic grounds are brightly decorated with fresh flowers, shaded with flags and flowers, and many public recognition ceremonies and large-scale incense offering ceremonies take place by delegations from all over the country. This is an opportunity for tourists to immerse themselves in unique traditional cultural and artistic activities, expressing the local people's deep love for him.

Transportation information

Flight routes to Can Tho City

Can Tho International Airport

Can International Airport Poetry

Can Tho International Airport is located in Thoi An Dong ward, which is the main aviation gateway connecting the region with provinces and cities across the country. From the airport, visitors will travel a distance of about 75km to reach Luong Tam commune via Highway 61. Major airlines such as Vietnam Airlines and Vietjet Air continuously operate domestic flights, helping tourists from all over reach the city center as quickly as possible.

  • From the North & Central Region: Full connection from the cities of Hanoi, Hai Phong, Vinh comes to Da Nang through many flexible time frames, meeting the sightseeing needs of tourists.

  • International: Direct flights from Southeast Asia land periodically, creating favorable conditions for international visitors to make pilgrimages to historical relics in Can Tho.

  • Note: Tourists can choose Airport taxi service or transit bus to move towards the center or go straight to Luong Tam commune.

Passenger bus to Can Tho City

Inter-provincial bus station system

Can Tho Central Bus Station (in Cai Rang ward) and Vi Thanh Bus Station (in Vi Thanh ward) are two meeting points important connection for tourists from Ho Chi Minh City and neighboring provinces. Among them, Vi Thanh Bus Station is the closest stop to Luong Tam commune, only about 25km from the Uncle Ho Temple relic site. Reputable bus companies such as Phuong Trang or Thanh Buoi always ensure accurate schedules and professional services with dense operation around the clock.

From Mien Tay Bus Station (Ho Chi Minh City), it takes visitors about 3.5 - 4 hours to travel via the highway to reach the city. After getting off at the main stations, visitors can easily catch intra-provincial buses or taxis to continue their journey to Luong Tam commune. The synchronously upgraded transportation infrastructure system makes the journey from bus stations to the relic site much smoother and more convenient.

Moving within the city to Luong Tam commune

To get to Uncle Ho's Temple in Luong Tam commune, visitors have many flexible vehicle options, imbued with the transportation characteristics of the Western region:

  • Public buses: The bus system connecting the centers of inner city wards to suburban areas is increasingly developing. Visitors can catch the bus route toward Long My and get off at stops near Luong Tam commune, then travel a short distance by local motorbike taxi to enter the temple gate.

  • Taxi and technology vehicles: Vehicle booking services via applications (Grab, Xanh SM) operate strongly in the areas of Vi Thanh ward and Ninh Kieu ward. This is the optimal choice for groups of families who want to move quickly, safely and have private space all the way to Luong Tam commune.

  • Travel car: Many travel companies in the city center provide contract car packages to take you door-to-door from the hotel to the Uncle Ho Temple relic area, including a tour guide explaining the history of the temple.

Rent a self-driving motorbike

Renting a motorbike is the ideal choice for tourists who love freedom and want to explore beautiful scenery along the country roads leading into Luong Tam commune:

  • Anh Khoa Store: ☎ 0919 123 456 | Price from 120,000 VND/day | Newer cars, delivery support at hotels in the central ward area.

  • Can Tho Motorbike Rental: ☎ 0939 111 222 | Providing a variety of manual and scooter models, simple procedures help you freely explore riverside roads leading towards historical relics.

Accommodation information

Luxury (4–5 stars)

SOJO Hotel Can Tho (Vi Thanh Branch) is located at no. 16A Nguyen Cong Tru, Vi Thanh Ward, is the most classy and modern accommodation located near Luong Tam commune. The hotel makes a strong impression with its "pure digital" model (digital hotel), allowing guests to control all amenities in the room from lighting, temperature to curtains completely via phone application. With JO247 space open around the clock, combining a bar, work and entertainment area, this place brings absolute flexibility to visitors after their journey to visit the monument. According to 2025 data, room prices here usually range from 1,200,000 to 1,800,000 VND/night.

SOJO Hotel Can Tho ​​​​​

Muong Thanh Luxury Can Tho located in Cai Khe islet area, Cai Khe Ward, is a luxurious resort with more than 300 rooms overlooking the majestic Can Tho bridge. The hotel owns a 5-star standard utility system including a large outdoor swimming pool, a high-class spa area and a chain of restaurants serving a variety of cuisines from Asia to Europe. Although located in a busy central area, the hotel still provides professional shuttle services straight to Luong Tam commune to serve the pilgrimage needs of tourists. The average room price here in 2025 is between 1,800,000 and 3,500,000 VND/night depending on room type.

If you want more options for a luxury vacation in the city center, you can consider the following reputable locations:

  • Sheraton Can Tho – 209 30/4 Street, Ninh Kieu Ward – Price about 2,800,000 – 5,500,000 VND/night.

  • Victoria Can Tho Resort – Cai Khe Ward – Price about 3,200,000 – 6,000,000 VND/night.

  • Ninh Kieu Riverside Hotel – 2 Hai Ba Trung, Ninh Kieu Ward – Price about 1,300,000 – 2,500,000 VND/night.

Resort (Eco-Resort & Farmstay)

Can Tho Ecolodge is located in An Binh Ward area, bringing a perfect definition of green resort with typical Southern stilt house architecture using natural materials. Each room here has a private balcony overlooking the orchard or small canal, helping visitors enjoy an absolutely quiet and fresh space. Guests staying here can take part in traditional cooking classes or experience a herbal bath after a visit to Luong Tam commune. According to information in 2025, bungalow rental prices usually range from 2,200,000 to 4,200,000 VND/night depending on the area.

Can Tho Ecolodge

Mekong Silt Lodge is located along the river in My Khanh Ward area, is an artistic eco-resort with a design that honors the cultural values of the Mekong River. The space here is a harmonious combination of modern conveniences and the rustic features of a Western village, where visitors can hear the murmur of motorboats every morning. The hotel offers separate waterway experience tours, connecting historical sites conveniently for family groups. Reference room prices in 2025 are usually in the range of 1,600,000 to 3,000,000 VND/night for a different experience.

For diverse options for tourists looking for a private and green resort space, you can refer to:

  • Bamboo Eco Village - Phuong My Khanh – Price from 1,200,000 – 2,200,000 VND/night.

  • Ricefield Lodge – Vi Tan Ward – Price from 1,400,000 – 2,500,000 VND/night.

  • Hieu’s Cottage – An Binh Ward – Price from 1,300,000 – 2,100,000 VND/night.

Experience (2–3 stars, Homestay, Hostel)

Can Tho Lotus Hotel (Vi Thanh Branch) is located at 60 Tran Hung Dao, Vi Thanh Ward, an extremely convenient stop to access Luong Tam commune in just a few minutes of travel. This 3-star hotel is loved for its attentive service, clean rooms and quiet space suitable for long trips. The staff here is very knowledgeable about the history of Uncle Ho's Temple and is ready to assist visitors with information about local festival schedules. Room rates here are quite reasonable, usually ranging from 700,000 to 1,200,000 VND/night.

Can Tho Lotus Hotel

Homestay Ut Hien offers a family-style experiential accommodation model right near Luong Tam commune, where visitors can live with local people. The homestay is equipped with simple but fully furnished rooms, surrounded by year-round fruit gardens and small, peaceful canals. Here, you can pick vegetables, catch fish and prepare Western specialties with the host right on the traditional wood stove. Reference room prices in 2025 range from 450,000 to 800,000 VND/night, extremely suitable for profound cultural explorations.

For travelers who love close-to-local space and optimal costs, the following places are suitable suggestions:

  • Kim Lan Hotel – Vi Thanh Ward - Price from 500,000 - 900,000 VND/night.

  • Phu Thang Hotel - Vi Thanh Ward - Price from 600,000 - 1,000,000 VND/night.

  • Luong Tam Guesthouse – Luong Tam Commune – Price from 300,000 – 500,000 VND/night.

Cuisine and festival culture

Bong Sen Restaurant – No. 60 Tran Hung Dao, neighborhood of Luong Tam commune

Bong Sen Restaurant

Bong Sen Restaurant is the most luxurious culinary destination in the gateway area leading to Luong Tam commune. The restaurant space is designed in a modern, spacious style with private VIP rooms, suitable for banquets or high-class groups. The menu here specializes in upgraded Western specialties such as dipped barb fish, grilled giant giant prawns and exquisite fish sauce hot pot dishes. With professional service and cozy space, the restaurant offers a classy culinary experience with prices ranging from 300,000 - 700,000 VND/person.

Huynh Thao Restaurant - Urban center area near Luong Tam commune

Huynh Thao Restaurant is famous for its open garden architecture, combining Southern traditions Modern suites and amenities. This is the convergence of the freshest ingredients from the river region, meticulously prepared such as Siamese duck cooked in congee, crab hotpot and Mekong river fish dishes. A team of highly skilled chefs help preserve the original flavor but present it in a luxurious style. The average price here ranges from 250,000 - 600,000 VND/person.

Some other quality culinary places you can refer to near the relic:

  • Tay Do Restaurant - Central urban street - Price from 200,000 - 500,000 VND/person.

  • Thanh Tung Restaurant – Southern area of the city – Price about 180,000 – 450,000 VND/person.

  • SOJO Hotel Restaurant – Neighborhood – Serving Asian and European dishes, prices from 300,000 VND/person.

Local cuisine

Long My fish sauce vermicelli

Long My fish sauce vermicelli

Bun mam is an iconic dish that any tourist visiting Uncle Ho's Temple should not miss. The broth is made from fragrant fish sauce made from ling fish and gourami fish, served with shrimp, squid, roasted pork and especially a rich plate of garden vegetables including water lily, bitter herbs, and sesbania. The rich taste of fish sauce mixed with the sweetness of river seafood creates an irresistible attraction for the typical border dish of Luong Tam commune.

  • Suggested address: Heirloom fish sauce noodle shops along the main road into Luong Tam commune - Price from 40,000 - 60,000 VND/bowl.

Long My Siamese duck pancake

Different from the usual banh xeo filled with shrimp and meat, banh xeo in Luong Tam commune often uses minced Siamese duck meat with soft bones, creating a characteristic sweetness and fat. The golden, crispy crust covers the filling including coconut tofu and duck meat, served with wild vegetables picked directly from the canal bank. This is a dish with a strong sense of the garden, simple but extremely elaborate in its preparation.

  • Suggested address: Ba Ba Banh Xeo Restaurant - Near the temple gate area - Price from 50,000 - 80,000 VND/piece.

Experience cuisine

Long My Farmstay - Luong Tam Commune

Here, visitors not only enjoy the food but also directly experience the lifestyle of local people. You can participate in digging ditches to catch fish, picking water spinach and preparing grilled snakehead fish in straw right at the garden. Meals are served on bamboo baskets in the windy space next to the green canal, bringing a feeling of absolute peace.

Xeo Nhum Ecological Area - Neighborhood of Luong Tam Commune

This ecological area serves meals in the form of "countryside rice" with dishes such as braised fish, sour soup with giang leaves and roasted shrimp. Visitors can sit on wooden mounds along the lotus pond, enjoy specialty plum wine and listen to sweet amateur folk songs performed on-site by local artists.

Cultural Experience & Festivals

May 19 Celebration

May 19th Celebration

This is the largest festival at Uncle Ho's Temple, attracting thousands of pilgrims every year. The ceremony took place solemnly with the rituals of offering flowers, offering incense and reporting the merits of local people to Uncle Ho. The festival is exciting with folk games such as folk cake making competitions, boat racing on the canal and theatrical art programs recreating the history of building the temple during hardships.

National Day (September 2)

On this occasion, Luong Tam commune is resplendent with red flags and yellow stars. In addition to solemn memorial ceremonies, this is also the time for mass sports tournaments and story-telling contests about Ho Chi Minh's moral example. The temple space becomes cozy with community trays of rice voluntarily contributed by people, demonstrating the tradition of "when drinking water, remember the source" and deep community connection.

Other local cultural festivals:

  • Ky Yen Dinh Than Festival: Held periodically to pray for peace and prosperity in the country and people.

  • Don Ca Tai Tu exchanges: Take place regularly at the temple's rest area on weekend nights or major holidays.

  • Suburban agricultural product fair: Displaying unique OCOP products of Luong Tam commune and neighboring communes every Tet and spring.

Amusement area

>Lung Ngoc Hoang nature reserve

Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve

Lung Ngoc Hoang is The vast "green lung" is located not far from Luong Tam commune, providing the experience of exploring the pristine wetland ecosystem typical of the West. Visitors can sit in a dinghy under the ancient cajuput trees, watch thousands of birds and animals gather and breathe in the absolutely fresh air. This is the ideal place to relax the soul, organize picnics and enjoy country cuisine right in the heart of nature after visiting Uncle Ho's Temple.

The area surrounding Uncle Ho's Temple also possesses many attractive places to visit and experience, suitable for visitors' journey to explore culture and nature:

  • Provincial Party Committee Base Relic Area in Phuong Ninh - Phung Hiep: A place that preserves heroic traces of the local army and people during the resistance war with a system of camps and bunkers authentically restored in the middle of the green cajuput forest.

  • Cau Duc pineapple field - Bordering area: A unique agricultural experience space, where visitors can pick and enjoy sweet pineapples right in the garden, while saving them. Leave brilliant "check-in" photos next to endless pineapple beds.

  • Vi Thanh Night Market - Nearby Central Ward: Bustling shopping and entertainment space at night with handicraft stalls, wicker products from water hyacinth and bustling street food area with strong local flavor.

  • Chien Thang Park - Inner city area near Luong Tam commune: Large outdoor entertainment spot with a system of green trees, fountains and modern exercise areas, is an ideal place to relax for residents and tourists every afternoon.

Suggested tour

Experience tour

Tour "Journey to the source - Discover the heritage of Conscience" 1 day

  • Itinerary: City Center - Visit Uncle Ho's Temple (offering incense, listening to historical stories and visiting galleries) - Visiting the local traditional wicker craft village - Enjoying Siamese duck pancakes and country cuisine.

  • Transportation: Tourist car.

  • Reference tour price: 550,000 VND/person.

  • Organizer: Can Tho Tourist.

Discovery tour

>Tour "About the historical land - "Explore Lung Ngoc Hoang" 1 day

  • Itinerary: City Center - Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve (ride a dinghy through the melaleuca forest, observe birds) - Move to Uncle Ho's Temple (Luong Tam commune) - Take check-in photos at the brilliant lotus fields around the relic.

  • Method of transportation: Car combined with motorboat.

  • Reference tour price: 750,000 VND/person.

  • Organization: Mekong Travel Can Tho.

Tour "Colors of agricultural products in the border area" 1 day

  • Itinerary: City Center - Visit Uncle Ho's Temple - Cau Duc pineapple field (experience picking pineapples yourself and enjoying sweet pineapples at the garden) - Visit Luong Tam commune market - Shop for fish sauce specialties and handmade souvenirs.

  • Method of transportation: Tourist car.

  • Reference tour price: 600,000 VND/person.

  • Organizing unit: Hau Giang Xanh Travel (Can Tho Branch).

Eco-tourism

Luong Tam - Lung Ngoc Hoang eco-tour 2 days 1 night

  • Itinerary:

    • Day 1: Can Tho – Visit Uncle Ho's Temple – Experience digging ditches and catching fish Cooking at Farmstay - Cultural exchange Don ca tai tu on a moonlit night.

    • Day 2: Explore the Lung Ngoc Hoang wetland ecosystem - Enjoy Southern folk cake buffet - End the journey back to the city center.

  • Transportation: Car.

  • Reference tour price: 1,350,000 VND/person.

  • Organizer: Vietravel Can Tho.

Shopping and Souvenirs

>Market hometown of Luong Tam

Luong Tam Country Market

Luong Tam Country Market is the soul of the heritage land, where visitors can find the most quintessential products of the river region. The market is always bustling every morning with countless rustic specialties such as sweet Cau Duc pineapple, rich fish sauce and handmade folk cakes. The rustic market atmosphere, warm greetings combined with the fresh flavor of newly harvested agricultural products make the shopping journey an interesting cultural experience, helping visitors fully feel the richness and hospitality of the local people.

To enrich your gift basket after the tour, you can refer to the following reputable addresses:

  • Cau Duc Sau Canh Pineapple Facility - Bordering area: Specializes in providing fresh pineapples and products made from pineapples such as pineapple jam, pure bottled pineapple juice, ensuring the characteristic sweet flavor.

  • Ba Ba heirloom copper fish sauce - Main road of Luong Tam commune: Place to sell all kinds of fish sauce, copper gourami fish fermented in a traditional, clean method Will and packaged conveniently for tourists to take away.

  • Luong Tam Handicraft Cooperative: A gathering place for many of the latest wicker designs from water hyacinth fashion bags to modern, sophisticatedly designed bamboo kitchen utensils.

  • Ha Chau Ba Cong Strawberry Garden - Neighborhood: Fresh fruit shopping spot at the garden (seasonal), famous for the city's specialty strawberry varieties with sweet taste and gentle fragrance.

Support information and other information

>Uncle Ho Temple Relics Management Board

  • Address: Luong Tam Commune, City Can Tho.

  • Support phone number: 0293.3878.914

  • Function: Directly responsible for managing, preserving and promoting the value of the historical relics of Uncle Ho's Temple. This is the focal point to support tourists with information about incense offering rituals, historical explanations and receive feedback on tourism services at the relic area. The management board also helps coordinate sightseeing activities of large tourist groups and search for lost belongings inside the temple grounds.

Luong Tam Commune Police

  • Address: Main road, Luong Tam commune, Can Tho city.

  • On-call phone number: 0293.3871.303

  • Function: Ensuring security, order and safety for local people and pilgrims visiting the temple 24/7. The unit receives reports and quickly handles incidents related to traffic safety, security and order and personal property in the relic area. This is the core force that helps maintain a civilized and safe sightseeing environment for tourists when coming to the revolutionary countryside of Luong Tam.

Long My Medical Center (Nearest facility)

  • Address: Binh Thanh Ward, Can Tho City.

  • Emergency phone number: 0293.3871.341

  • Functions: Providing 24/7 health care and emergency services for the southern area of the city, including Luong Tam commune. The center specializes in handling health emergencies such as heat stroke, first aid for minor injuries or medical problems that arise during field trips. With a team of professional doctors and modern equipment, this is a reliable address to ensure health safety for tourists on the journey back to their source.

Can Tho International Airport

  • Address: Vo Van Kiet Street, Thoi An Dong Ward, Can Tho City.

  • Phone number: 0292.384.4301

  • Function: The most important air traffic hub in the region, connecting tourists from all over with historical sites in Can Tho. Here, visitors can request flight information support, transportation services or advice on the fastest route from the airport to Luong Tam commune. The port's hotline is always ready to answer questions about ground services and luggage support for international and domestic tourists.

Wish you have a meaningful journey back to your origin, fully feel the deep feelings of the Western people towards the great leader and enjoy peaceful moments at Uncle Ho's Temple - a brilliant sacred historical relic of Can Tho City!