Cai Be Church

Cai Be Church is a Roman Catholic church located in Cai Be Town, Cai Be District, Dong Thap Province in the Mekong Delta, on the bank of the Cai Be River near the Cai Be Floating Market. Built between 1929 and 1932 in Roman architectural style with a tall bell tower, twin spires and arched facades, it is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the area. The church remains an active parish and a frequent stop on Mekong Delta boat tours.

Visitors can expect a large Roman-style Catholic church with a prominent bell tower, symmetrical facade, arched windows and doors, and a spacious interior with stained glass and altar. The church sits on the riverside near the Cai Be River, surrounded by palm trees and open grounds. Visitors can view the exterior architecture, enter the nave outside mass times, observe local parish life, and photograph the church from the river during boat tours. The setting is quiet and pastoral, close to the floating market area.

Constructed between 1929 and 1932 under Father Adolphe Keller, Cai Be Church was built in Roman style to serve the growing Catholic community in the Mekong Delta during the French colonial period. It has remained the central Catholic church of Cai Be and is noted for its European-influenced architecture adapted to the delta landscape.

The church is an active Roman Catholic parish and an important religious and community center for Catholics in Cai Be District. It represents the Catholic heritage of the Mekong Delta and is a cultural landmark that reflects the blend of European architecture and local riverine life, frequently visited during religious festivals and local celebrations.