Vietnam inherited its cultural wealth from thousands of years of history, sprinkled with a handful of outside influences. Through it all, the Vietnamese have a strong sense of pride in their traditions and way of life. The central cities of Hue and Hoi An are treasure troves for culture lovers, as is Ha Noi, the country’s grace…
From moss-covered towers hidden in the hills to faded stone warriors proudly protecting the dead, the Hue tombs evoke the feeling of a forgotten, almost mythological world. The kings of the Nguyen Dynasty designed their own tombs, reflecting their varying tem…
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Instagram is a treasure trove for holiday planners. From scenes of daily life, to stylised foodie pics, to epic landscape photography, these 10 Instagram accounts from Vietnam stand out for their captivating visuals (and high travel-envy factor.) Tran Tuan Vi…
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Over the years, French photographer Réhahn has made countless excursions into the highlands and countryside of Vietnam, photographing the men, women and children of Vietnam’s 54 ethnic minorities. “By picking up the language, I found myself drawn to the elder…
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Cradled between rivers, rice paddies, and beaches, Hoi An has all the elements of a timeless destination. Its yellowing shop houses, riotous blossoms, and green countryside set the tone for enriching days and magical nights. If you find yourself in this forme…
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Discover a cultural concoction of manic markets, specialist streets, designer boutiques and cycling vendors. In Ha Noi's Old Quarter, you'll come across everything from tribal textiles to shoes, coffee to crafts, paintings to specialty foods. Gentle haggling …
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While modernity has swept Vietnam's southern capital, it's not hard to find pockets here and there that celebrate its complex history. The architectural imprints of colonial rule still stand, alongside relics of the city's commercial and oriental roots. If yo…
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