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Monthly Archives: June 2012
Therapeutic visit to Linh Ung-Bai But Pagoda
By Kieu Giang in Danang A giant gate at Linh Ung-Bai But Pagoda where tourists can find a quiet moment looking at the sea below and cast off your worries with the statue of Goddess of Mercy on the … Continue reading
My Son Sanctuary – an exceptional example of cultural interchange
The My Son Sanctuary, an exceptional example of cultural interchange, is regarded as one of the foremost Hindu temple complexes in Southeast Asia and the foremost heritage site of this nature in Vietnam. In 1999, it was recognized by UNESCO … Continue reading
Vietnam-Cambodia: A great friendship (Part 5)
Part 5: Ten years of hardship PANO – At request by the Government of the People’s Republic of Cambodia, Vietnamese volunteer-soldiers and experts stayed to help Cambodia until September 26th, 1989 when they returned to Vietnam after fulfilling their assigned … Continue reading
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Cua Lo Beach
Located in the central province of Nghe An about 18km from Vinh city, Cua Lo beach is one of the most popular destinations for both local and foreign tourists, especially during the summer. Visitors to Cua Lo beach have an … Continue reading
Hon Khoai Island to become eco-tourism site
VietNamNet Bridge – The southernmost province of Ca Mau is currently planning to turn Hon Khoai Island into an eco-tourism site, using an estimated capital of over VND3 trillion. The Hon Khoai Island Tourism Center seen from a distance. (Photo: … Continue reading
Free wireless Internet for Hue city
VietNamNet Bridge – The authorities of the central province of Thua Thien – Hue has approved the plan to supply free wireless Internet service in the entire Hue city. The plan will be implemented based on experience, learning from the … Continue reading
Ho Dynasty Citadel attracts tourist crowds
The Ho Dynasty Citadel in the central province of Thanh Hoa has attracted an increasing number of tourists since it was recognised as a World Cultural Heritage site last year. The Ho Dynasty Citadel A total of 11,000 visitors … Continue reading
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Tagged Ho Dynasty Citadel, Thanh Hoa province, World Cultural Heritage
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Tourists flock to ecological areas in Mekong Delta’s Bac Lieu province
The Cuu Long (Mekong) Delta province of Bac Lieu is a symbol of natural bounty with its rice paddies, shrimp ponds and luxuriant orchards. Picnic time: A longan garden adds a certain charm to the area, which is already … Continue reading
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Tagged Bac Lieu, Hiep Thanh Beach, Mekong Delta, Nha Mat, The Cuu Long Delta
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Coming to Vietnam
James Allen Photo: Charles Barnes I often get asked why I came to Vietnam by both expats and Vietnamese people. Maybe they are expecting an adventurous yarn involving a backpack, a survival kit and the threat of deportation. If … Continue reading
Unique linen skirts of Mong women
The Mong ethnic people of Vietnam live mainly in the northern mountainous areas. To Mong women, the linen skirt plays a sacred role in their life. Mong people belong to six branches including the Mong Do (white Mong), Mong Lenh … Continue reading
Lecochinchine Cruises 