Thu Dau Mot
Binh Duong Province
Thu Dau Mot is a city in southern Vietnam, capital of Binh Duong province. Although it is an administratively separate city, it is considered a satellite city of the Ho Chi Minh City metropolitan area which lies 23 km to the south. Its population growth has been rapid in recent years.
The city is best known for its sanded lacquer factories and its magnificent Buddhist temple having a huge reclining Buddha. Similarly, the large complex of Dai Nam Wonderland will satisfy both temple lovers and children with its water park and zoo.
The best time to visit Thu Dau Mot
The climate of Thu Dau Mot is the same as that of Ho Chi Minh City, therefore relatively mild. Thu Dau Mot has a hot and humid climate all year round, with an average temperature of 28°C. The best time to visit Thu Dau Mot is the dry season from November to April.
Temperatures fluctuate between 25°C and 30°C on average.
What to see, what to do…?
Thu Dau Mot is a city little known to travelers but it really deserves some time if you want to discover Vietnam “off the beaten track”. Thu Dau Mot are places to see, streets to explore and iconic experiences just a few miles from Ho Chi Minh City.
Top 6 things to do in Thu Dau Mot:
- Visit the Hoa Khanh Buddhist temple with its giant reclining Buddha (2 temples separated by the street).
- Visit Tay Tang Pagoda.
- Visit the lacquer village of Ha Thai.
- Take a moment to meditate in the sumptuous Phu Cuong Catholic Church.
- Enjoy the Dai Nam Wonderland complex (magnificent pagoda and amusement park).
- Recharge your batteries at the Phu Anh bamboo village.
