Sa Dec
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Sa Dec

The romantic flower town.

The Essence

"A sleepy, romantic town famous for its French colonial mansions and endless flower nurseries. The lingering ghost of Marguerite Duras' 'The Lover' still haunts its quiet streets."

What Defines Sa Dec
  • Huynh Thuy Le Old House
  • Vast ornamental flower villages
  • Faded French-colonial villas
  • Quiet, deeply traditional river life

The presence of the river in the case of Sa Dec is much calmer and more subtle than in other Mekong towns. Fragments of houses belonging to merchants tell us about a period of active trade on the Mekong. Old facades, shaded alleyways and gardens soften the look of a city whose identity is associated with its historical heritage. The river presence is strong enough, as evidenced by numerous canals that extend into orchards and narrow water bodies.

This place is free of artificiality and creates a sense of close interaction with water. The evening glide of boats along the shore, sounds of the river and setting sun all contribute to an atmosphere of peace and harmony.

One might think that Sa Dec keeps the intimate atmosphere of the delta life and refuses to attract the attention of travelers with spectacular events.

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