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5 little-known things on Saigon Dong Khoi Street

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Ho Chi Minh city - Saigon

Despite 150 years passing, Dong Khoi street in Saigon or the old Catinat street remains a great landmark of the city, whether historical, cultural or architectural.
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Best time to travel to Cat Ba Island

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Cat Ba - Hai Phong

Cat Ba is one of the largest islands in the Gulf of Tonkin and located next to Halong Bay. To reach Cat Ba Island, travelers have to move from Hanoi to Hai Phong and from Hai Phong to this beautiful Island by ferry or high speed boat. However, when is the best time to travel? Not many foreign tourists know the answer.
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Nouilles, different kinds of noodle in Vietnam

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Gastronomy

In Vietnam, noodle or "nouilles" are various with "bunâ€, â€œbanh daâ€ (rice noodles), â€œmien (glass noodles), â€œbanh daâ€, â€œbanh canhâ€ (flat rice noodles) and they are different from each other. In this article, we will help you distinguish some types of noodle in Vietnam.
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Why is Saigon called "the pearl of the Far East"?

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Ho Chi Minh city - Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon, known for its vibrant and bustling life, is an engaging city which charms visitors with a beautiful harmony of the essense of eastern and western cultures.
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Best things to do in Vietnam: guaranteed for a fulfilling trip

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Ideas for itinerary

Here is a compilation curated to show you the best things to do in Vietnam so you can thoroughly explore our enchanting country in the most authentic way possible
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5 good and bad things in Vietnam

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Cultures and history

Vietnam enjoys a great popularity among travelers. Especially thanks to its hospitality and warm welcoming. However, everything is not always rosy. There are a number of points that can confuse foreigners. Here is our list of great experiences that deserve to share and things should be avoided to enjoy a total trip in Vietnam.
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Experience releasing baby turtles in Con Dao

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Vietnam islands

Every year, from April to October, thousands of visitors are drawn to Con Dao to witness the release of baby turtles into the ocean
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Banh mi - Vietnamese sandwich and the History to the Five continents

Last update Oct 15, 2024 in Gastronomy

When mentioning Vietnamese cuisines, people often remember Pho, Bun cha, Bun bo Hue or other kinds of noodles. However, silently, Vietnamese sandwich - banh mi gradually asserted its place in the heart of people all over the world. As a Vietnamese, whenever it comes to Vietnamese cuisines in a conversation with a foreigner, I know Banh mi should be the star!
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