Vietnam The Focus

21/12/2023

Phở, a Vietnamese noodle soup - listed as one of best soups in the world by CNN 😋😋😋

If a bowl of soup strikes you as the ultimate in comfort, you’ve got plenty of company. Here are 20 of the world’s best soups – from Mexico to Thailand – to fill stomach and soul.

18/12/2023

We made it to a village of Black Lo Lo after a long and steep walking up from the foot of the mountain !!!

14/12/2023

For those who are wondering how many motorbikes compared to 100m people in Vietnam =))))))))))))))

Cre: Seasia Stats

05/12/2023

Have you seen these interesting fruits around?

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04/12/2023

Vietnamese women’s beauty in early 20th

30/11/2023

Beautiful sunset ☺️☺️☺️

16/11/2023

Adorable faces 😍

15/11/2023

Hue & Hoian during flood season 😬😬🤩

Many tourists are opting to wade through the flood waters or take a boat trip to explore the ancient town during the rainy season.

12/11/2023

Huế mộng Huế mơ …

Do you see the dragon somewhere?

01/11/2023

A glimpse of Mekong delta by biking 🚴🏼🚴🏻‍♂️🚴🏼‍♀️🌴🌾🥥🍀

31/10/2023

Do you often tip when travelling?

https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/travel-etiquette/how-much-to-tip-hotel-room-service?

Order a burger at 1 a.m.? Here's how much you should tip for room service, according to experts.

23/10/2023

Some of my favorite scenery and people. I stayed at mr Tuoi family, who I met 1,5 year ago and promised to come back here. Sharing, caring, good laugh, mountain stories… are my highlights. “No legacy is so rich as honesty”.



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23/10/2023

Nothing is impossible in Vietnam :v

World's Most Dangerous Roads: Deadliest Journeys in Vietnam in 2015Deadliest Roads - Congo: https://youtu.be/Olbqp0Uq1p0We are in the Quan Hoa mountains in t...

17/10/2023

Visiting oldest Khmer Buddhist Temple in Saigon - Wat Chantarangsay

15/10/2023

Daily life of fishermen 🎣🐟

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14/10/2023

Always be ready when cameras come to you =)))

04/10/2023

🇻🇳 | Important cities of Vietnam through its history.

From the 2nd century BC, Hanoi was chosen as the capital by various Chinese dynasties for the entire Vietnamese territory. By the 10th century AD, when Vietnam achieved full independence, the region was once again selected as the center of power for various feudal dynasties in Vietnam, a status it has held until today. Except for some exceptional cases, such as at the beginning of the 10th or 15th century AD when the capital was temporarily moved to other locations in preparation for wars, the 19th and 20th centuries marked a significant decline in Hanoi's prominence under the Nguyen dynasty. From 1975 to the present, Hanoi has officially served as the capital of the unified Vietnam.

Hoa Lu, which is now part of Ninh Binh province, is a historical site that marks a period of complete independence for Vietnam from China. The rugged terrain and numerous rivers in this area provided a perfect natural defense system to protect Vietnam's political center from an ambitious China.

Tay Do, Tay Kinh, Lam Kinh, now part of Thanh Hoa province, served as another capital of Vietnam during the 15th century, specifically during the Hồ dynasty and early Lê dynasty. While not as large as the Red River Delta, the Thanh Hoa region had sufficient land to provide sustenance for wars. Thanh Hoa is also considered the ancestral land of Vietnam, with the D**g Son culture dating back to ancient times.

Phu Xuan, now part of Thua Thien - Hue province, was a significant capital of Vietnam during the period of North-South internal conflicts (Trinh – Nguyen, 17th - 18th centuries AD) and the Nguyen Dynasty era (1802 - 1945). Despite its narrow coastal strip and vulnerability to seaborne attacks, Phu Xuan was strategically located in the heart of Vietnam, making it easier to govern both North and South regions. Its position also facilitated maritime trade with the outside world.
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Source: ASEAN Heritage & History

04/10/2023

Awww it is so peaceful here ☺️☺️☺️

03/10/2023

Good morning Mekong 😂😂😂

26/09/2023

When it rains at rush hour in Hanoi 🤣🤣🤣

25/09/2023

h a n o i f o o d i e

23/09/2023

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22/09/2023

Hoi An ❣️such a wonderfully charming spot in central Vietnam. The best time to walk around is in the morning around 7am, when the sun is high enough to illuminate the empty streets of yellow buildings and the locals are buzzing about the sidewalk markets for their daily produce. When you see a busy coffee cart full of Vietnamese chatter and Cà Phê Muối for less than a dollar, you won’t regret the pit stop ☕️

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16/09/2023

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15/09/2023

Cruising among gorgeous view of - a MUST DO in 🛳🛳🛳

With the monsoon season coming to an end and the weather becoming milder, October is an ideal time to explore this breathtaking destination, and a visit to the enchanting Ha Long Bay should be at the top of your wish list. This UNESCO World Heritage site is renowned for its emerald waters studded with towering limestone karsts: a surreal seascape that makes for an idyllic overnight cruise. Whether you’re kayaking to hidden lagoons, visiting the mesmerising Sung Sot Cave, or simply soaking in the stunning vistas of this spectacular bay, this unique destination offers an unforgettable blend of natural beauty and rich cultural experiences.

15/09/2023

Vietnam’s beauty 😍😍😍

15/09/2023

Do you know anything about this?

Here’s everything to know about properly tagging your luggage — for safety and security.

15/09/2023

What a stunning road in the middle of Cat Ba island

📸 Heritage - Inflight Magazine of Vietnam Airlines

07/09/2023

n o t r e d a m e s a i g o n

06/09/2023

What a gorgeous sunrise 🌅🌅🌅

📸 Nguyen Trong Cung

31/08/2023

For those who are wondering …

30/08/2023

Banh mi is a delicious Vietnamese baguette stuffed with pickled vegetables, meat, and fresh coriander – but the sandwich has a complex history you might not know about.

"It's a sandwich that's half history, half politics."

Vietnam became a French colony in the late 19th century, but the French were not used to local food. They missed their ingredients, especially their bread. At first, baguettes were imported from the empire, but soon after, they taught their Vietnamese cooks how to make them.

What started as a symbol of French domination became a much-loved staple in Vietnamese cooking – and soon after, the baguette was “Vietnamised”. Wheat couldn’t grow locally, so the Vietnamese used part rice flour instead. They added pickled vegetables, roasted pork, chilli, and fresh coriander. Out of that innovation came the banh mi.

“It became the product of a cultural cross-fertilisation: with elements from the French, but done by Vietnamese hands, for Vietnamese mouths,” says former French diplomat to Vietnam Dr Bertrand Hartingh. “You don’t have many meals in the world like this.”

After the Vietnam war, Vietnamese refugees brought the banh mi to different countries. It’s now one of the most loved sandwiches, popular around the world.

Source: BBC World Service

26/08/2023

Hidden from the sunshine 🚇🚉☀️🌤

24/08/2023

Have you been to coconut island in Vietnam?

81-year-old Vo Van Ba has been using coconut wood to make musical instruments, as a way to honour the tree which is an important part of life in Ben Tre. Many of his creations are being displayed at the Ben Tre Museum, attracting many visitors from far and wide

20/08/2023

Wandering around Saigon before the rain 🌧🌨

19/08/2023

It didnt matter it was rainy or sunny, we still enjoyed it all

17/08/2023

One day tour to Mekong delta

17/08/2023

Ha Giang is one of those places that just does not feel real. Vietnam is one of the places that really just feels different in the best way possible. Some places just have that feeling — do you know what I’m talking about? ⁣
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I think the first time I ever felt it and recognized it as a feeling was in Albania. I only got to stay there for one day and one night, but I remember how different it felt. I felt it again in the Czech Republic, where I got to spend more time, and I think it’s that feeling that I’ve been chasing ever since. ⁣
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Vietnam, though, is a different level. It’s the type of place that makes you question how you live and what you want. It really is one of the few places I’ve been that makes me really feel like I am on the other side of the world.

Thank you for this wonderful sharing ❤️