Long An

Long An is a province in southern Vietnam that lies between Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta and is crossed by a dense network of rivers and canals. The landscape alternates between rice paddies, small towns and river mouths that have shaped the life and economy of the region for centuries.

The area belonged to the ancient Funan kingdom from the 1st to the 7th century, whose traces can be found at archaeological sites such as Go Xoai and Go Don. The excavations reveal remains of the Oc Eo culture, which was once widespread across large parts of the Mekong Delta and maintained trade routes as far as India and China.

The temples and pagodas across the province show building influences from Kinh, Khmer and Hoa communities that still shape religious life today. Visitors often notice the different building styles and decorations that exist side by side in the same towns and speak of a shared history.

The province is best explored by car or motorbike, as the roads between towns are mostly paved and easy to navigate. Those arriving by bus will find connections in Tan An, the capital, to the surrounding towns and to the main sights of the region.

The two rivers Vam Co Dong and Vam Co Tay form a natural irrigation system that enables the cultivation of Cho Dao rice, a regional variety with long grains and a firm bite. Local markets often sell this rice unpackaged in large baskets, allowing visitors to see and smell the grains directly.

Location: Mekong Delta

Capital city: Tân An

Elevation above the sea: 4 m

Shares border with: Prey Veng Province, Tiền Giang, Đồng Tháp, Ho Chi Minh City, Tây Ninh, Svay Rieng Province

Website: http://eng.longan.gov.vn

GPS coordinates: 10.66667,106.16667

Latest update: December 4, 2025 19:05