Cam Mountain

Cam Mountain (Nui Cam), also known as Thien Cam Son, is the highest peak in the Mekong Delta at about 705 meters, located in An Hao Commune, Tinh Bien District, An Giang Province, about 35 km from Chau Doc. Part of the That Son (Seven Mountains) range, it is a major Buddhist pilgrimage and eco-tourism site known for its cool climate, forested slopes, Van Linh Pagoda, the 33.6-meter Maitreya Buddha statue, Thuy Liem Lake and panoramic delta views accessible by road and cable car.

Visitors can expect a forested mountain summit reached by winding road or cable car, with panoramic views over the Mekong Delta plains. The summit area includes Van Linh Pagoda, Phat Lon Pagoda with the large white Maitreya Buddha statue, Thuy Liem Lake, gardens, statues, and viewpoints. Facilities include restaurants, shops and rest areas. The environment is cooler than the lowlands, with a mix of natural forest, landscaped religious complexes and walking paths between temples.

Part of the That Son (Seven Mountains) range, Cam Mountain has long been a Buddhist retreat area. Van Linh Pagoda was first built in 1926 on the summit and later rebuilt and expanded. The mountain developed as a pilgrimage and eco-tourism destination from the late 20th century with improved roads and cable car access.

Major Buddhist pilgrimage site in the Mekong Delta, home to Van Linh Pagoda, Phat Lon Pagoda with the large Maitreya Buddha statue, and other temples and shrines. The mountain is an important religious center for local communities and attracts worshippers and visitors especially during lunar festivals.