The introduction of Tiger Arena and Temple of the Crying Elephant by Vietnam Travel Depot.

Tiger Arena (Ho Quyen) is one of the most historic few sites still stands today in Vietnam, the fighting place between animals, especially are elephants and tigers, much to the glee of the royalty as well as to assert the unbeatable strength of battle elephants. Attempting to bring back these sites, Vietnam Travel Depot made a trip and be pleased to present to tourists.

The construction of the site began in 1830 after the ceremonial fight for King Minh Mang ‘s 40^th birthday on the northern bank of Perfume river, a tiger suddenly broke free and threatened the King by charging toward him. Afterward, the King chose the land near Long Tho Hill to the west of the capital as permanent arena to hold fights and named it Ho Quyen. The stories of area are still kept spreading among the communities but beginning to fade with the passing of time from the day of the last fight was in 1904 during the reign of King Thanh Thai ( the 10^th king of Nguyen Dynasty)

Just some steps from Ho Quyen is Temple of the Crying Elephant where the elephants were worshipped, those achieved great feats in battle fields. Locals called the temple “ Dien Voi Re”

Ho Quyen and Dien Voi Re symbolized the invincible strength and vitality of the Kings

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Explore Can Gio Mangrove Forest with Vietnam Travel Depot

Depart from Ho Chi Minh City and drive to Can Gio Mangrove Jungle, almost ruined by bombings and defoliants sprayed during the war time, but has been fully recovered and sustainably developed after several years of reforestation.

8.30 AM Arrive at Forest Park (Monkey island), we never miss Can Gio Museum that displays antiques dating back 2,000 years.

Then heading to visit Mangrove Forest Park Fauna Conservation: observing the wild life of Salt water crocodiles, wild cats, otters, pythons, deers, and more than 1000 wild monkeys. that are always ready to have fun with people. After that, enjoy some shows with tamed and untamed beasts, including crocodiles in Animals Circus ( 09:00 on Saturday, Sunday and Holiday).

Before lunch, we take canoe to visit Mangrove Forest Ecosystem and the astounding Rung Sac Guerilla Base, which represents a page of Vietnam history.













Leave Can Gio Park to visit Whale’s royal tomb. Cross the river by Binh Khanh Ferry to return Ho Chi Minh City. End the trip.



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