Binh Thuy Ancient House

Step back over a hundred years as we enter the grounds of the Binh Thuy Ancient House, one of the most beautifully preserved examples of architectural fusion in southern Vietnam. Built by the Duong family, who first settled in…

Your journey begins at the outer gate, an imposing structure of concrete and iron that evokes the style of a French villa. However, once you pass through, you'll notice the 'Tam Quan' style gate, common in Chinese and Vietnamese…

As you approach the house, the most striking features are the two curved, symmetrical staircases leading to the main entrance. These arc-shaped stairs are decorated with intricate carvings on the pillars, a detail that reflects…

Step through the front doors into a space that feels like a 19th-century European salon. The floor is lined with cement tiles imported directly from France, their colors still vibrant after more than a century. …

As you move into the middle section of the house, the atmosphere shifts from European public life to traditional Vietnamese spiritual reverence. This is the 'Phu Tho,' the sacred center of the home where the family worships their…

The final section of the interior is the back house, which served as a common space for daily family activities. While the front of the house was for public display, this area was the heart of the family's private life. …

As we conclude our walk through the Binh Thuy Ancient House, we leave behind a place that truly feels like a sanctuary from the bustling, modern city of Can Tho. This house is a rare model of an old southern residence that has…