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HCM City shines bright to welcome New Year

Lately the streets of HCM City have been lit up with lights and flowers to welcome the coming year. The city has planned various events to mark the occasion, decorating the streets to give a bit of extra cheer. HCM … Continue reading

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Saigonese start bringing in 2011 early

People in Vietnam’s biggest economic hub, Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), have been welcoming the new year since December 26, 2010. New Year festivals have been taking place at Park 23/9 and in District 1 since December 26, 2010 … Continue reading

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