Tram Chim National Park – A Representative Wetland of the Mekong Delta

Tram Chim National Park is located in Tam Nong District, Dong Thap Province, and is one of the most important and representative wetland areas of the Mekong Delta. Covering more than 7,300 hectares, the park preserves a rare natural wetland ecosystem that follows seasonal flood cycles.

Natural wetland ecosystem that follows seasonal flood cycles – Photo: Shutterstock

The park features diverse habitats such as melaleuca forests, seasonally flooded grasslands, canals, and marshes. Tram Chim is home to more than 200 species of water birds, most notably the red-crowned crane, a rare and iconic species of the Dong Thap Muoi region.

Red-crowned cranes in Tram Chim National Park – Photo: internet

During the flood season, the national park transforms into a vast water landscape filled with lotus, water lilies, and aquatic plants. This is the best time for visitors to explore the park by boat, observe wildlife, and experience the peaceful rhythm of nature.

The season when melaleuca trees shed their leaves – Photo: internet

Beyond its biodiversity value, Tram Chim National Park plays a vital role in water regulation, environmental protection, and the preservation of local livelihoods closely connected to natural resources.

People are harvesting rice – Photo: internet

In 2012, Tram Chim was recognized as Vietnam’s fourth Ramsar site and the world’s 2,000th Ramsar wetland, highlighting its global ecological significance.

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