Ho Chi Minh City, also named Saigon until 1975, is the largest city and the largest economic center of Vietnam.Ho Chi Minh City whose status matches that of a Vietnamese province is divided into 19 districts and 5 districts with an area of 2,090km2 and a population of 7,400,100 (2005). It lies on the banks […]
Category Archives: Viet Nam
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For food lovers, Vietnam is a culinary paradise where one can experience many new flavors.Vietnamese cuisine reflects the cultural and ethnic diversity of three regions: North, Central, and South. There are 54 different ethnic groups in Vietnam each with their own style and flavor.Northern CuisineNorth Vietnam offers a richer cuisine in the sense of nourishment when compared […]
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Renowned as the most royal city in Vietnam, Hue has enough charm to keep you staying as long as you can afford the time to visitLocation and historyLocated in the central region of Vietnam, Hue City is considered the heart of the national cultural heritage. It is the capital of Thua Thien-Hue province, located at […]
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The Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945) began with the reign of king Gia Long, who was the dynasty’s founder, and ended with the reign of king Bao Dai who was the last monarch time of Vietnam. Prior to the Nguyen dynasty, were the nine Nguyen Lords, who deserve credit for extending. The Nguyen dynasty (1802-1945) began with […]
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Vietnam’s water puppetry opens a window into local culture, and is a fully realised art form enjoyed by young and old. Watch scenes of village life on an ever-changing stage, learn about festivals and traditions, and get to know quirky characters inspired by Vietnamese personalities. Here’s a brief introduction to Vietnam’s wonderful water puppets.A short historyEvery […]
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Hoi An town is located in central Quang Nam province, 25 km Southeast of Da Nang city and 50 km northeast of Tam Ky city. It lies in a coastal estuary area, where big rivers, including Thu Bon, Vu Gia, Truong Giang and De Vong, meet before flowing into the East Sea through Cua Dai […]
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Vietnam’s national dress, the áo dài is one of the country’s most striking symbols of beauty. Over hundreds of years, the áo dài has evolved alongside Vietnam, going from regal to practical, humble to high fashion, and back again. The Vietnamese áo dài is appreciated by the young and old alike, and its elegant lines flatter […]
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Naming Conventions Vietnamese names are generally arranged as follows: [FAMILY NAME] [middle name] [given name]. For example, NGUYEN Van Nam (male) or LE Thi Lam (female). The ‘family name’ (or ‘surname’) is inherited from one’s parents and shared with other members of the individual’s immediate family. Vietnamese names are traditionally patrilineal, whereby children inherit their father’s family name at birth. […]