Cần Giờ

Cần Giờ is a coastal district south of Ho Chi Minh City, characterized by extensive mangrove forests and numerous islands. The landscape combines natural forest areas with fish farms and traditional fishing villages.

The area was originally controlled by the Khmer Empire before falling under Vietnamese rule in the late 17th century. The region developed from agricultural land into a center for fish farming and fishing.

The area is known for fish farming and the production of traditional fish sauce, a craft practiced here for generations. Walking through the settlements, you notice ponds and drying racks everywhere, shaping the daily rhythm of local life.

The district is accessible by bus or motorcycle from Ho Chi Minh City and works well as a day trip. The dry season offers the best visiting conditions, when roads are more easily passable.

A large nature reserve here protects the world's largest naturally regenerated mangrove forests alongside rare wildlife species. These forests serve as a natural barrier protecting the coast from erosion and storms.

Location: Ho Chi Minh City

Elevation above the sea: 16 m

Website: http://cangio.hochiminhcity.gov.vn

GPS coordinates: 10.52917,106.87500

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:20