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Cai Rang Floating Market is a wholesale floating market specializing in the trade of vegetables and fruits on the Hau River, and is a unique tourist attraction in the Cái Răng district in Cần Thơ, Vietnam.With a history dating back to the early 20th century, the market emerged as a crucial trading hub. Before the development of roads and bridges, the myriad waterways of the delta region were the primary means of trade and transport, leading to the development of floating markets where channels converged.
In 2016, Cái Răng Floating Market was recognized as a national intangible cultural heritage by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism of Vietnam.
Location
The market is located on the Hau River, near Cái Răng Bridge, about 7 kilometers from the center of Can Tho.
Visitors can reach the floating market in two ways: either by renting a boat at Ninh Kieu Wharf or by taking a car to An Binh Market (in Ninh Kieu District) and then renting a boat. The boat fare is 100,000 VND per person.
The uniqueness and main feature of Cái Răng Floating Market is the sale of vegetables and fruits from the Mekong Delta. In the past, the floating market developed because the waterways played a near-exclusive role in transportation. As trade demand increased, people would gather at river junctions, making them ideal spots for trading. Today, although the road network has expanded significantly, leading to the disappearance of many floating markets, tourism activities have allowed Cái Răng Floating Market to evolve into a more sustainable form.
The Cái Răng Floating Market usually starts early, around 2–3 AM. The best time for visitors is between 5–6 AM. The market is closed or operates on a limited basis during the Lunar New Year (1st and 2nd days of Tet) and Doan Ngo Festival (5th day of the 5th lunar month). Due to market-goers' needs, not only are there boats selling vegetables and fruits, but also many other services such as food and shopping. Fruit-selling boats often weave through the crowd to serve tourists.
Tourism
Cái Răng Floating Market is one of the most prominent tourist attractions in Can Tho. It is considered a cultural symbol of the waterway region, attracting many visitors, especially foreign tourists. Almost all tours to Can Tho City include a visit to the floating market.
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