15 Nostalgic Photos of Life in 1990s Saigon
When she arrived in Saigon in 1990, Catherine Karnow was introduced to local legends such as General Vo Nguyen Giap by her father, historian Stanley Karnow. Over the past 25 years, she has continued t...
20 Captivating Photos Take You Back To 1960s Saigon
Despite Saigon’s rapid modernization over the past two decades, old photos of the city from the 1960s reveal a number of persisting characteristics – from sleeping xe om drivers and seas of motorbikes...
20 Photos Of 1960s Phu Nhuan
Everyone in Saigon knows the drill: what's a shoe store today might be a phở stall tomorrow. Hairdressers become restaurateurs, office buildings turn into hotels and your favourite bánh mì cart could ...
30 Old Pictures Of Thu Duc District: Former Weekend Getaway
Thu Duc isn't exactly a place you'd consider going on holiday. Today, the suburban district is home to industrial centers, dusty roads, busy residential neighborhoods and rumbling transport trucks, un...
34 Of The Oldest Known Photos Of Saigon
Hanoi architect, Đoàn Bắc, and his father, Đoàn Thịnh, are known for their collections of old Vietnam photos. Among them is a set taken in Saigon, some of which date back to 1860 (the newest are from ...
Date With The Wrecking Ball: The Customs Directorate Building
The Customs Directorate, one of the city’s best-loved colonial landmarks, is the latest in a series of government buildings to face the threat of redevelopment.
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Giant Halloween Pumpkin Thrills Travelers to Danang International Terminal
This Halloween season, travelers to Đà Nẵng are thrilled by the unexpected appearance of a giant pumpkin at the entrance of Da Nang International Terminal. Aiming to instill a pleasant surprise and co...
French and Korean Cuisine Celebrated at Pink Pearl's Gourmet Duet Four-Hands Dinner
A meal that celebrates French and Korean cuisine and incorporates Vietnamese techniques served in a Phú Quốc restaurant designed in homage to 1920s American opulence? Such an outlandishly unique meal ...
“The Bay of Peaceful Clouds” is Home to Rare Animals and Unique Relaxation
In Sino-Vietnamese, Ninh means “peace, tranquility, and happiness,” while Vân means “cloud.” Together, they form "clouds of peace," which evoke a sense of calm freedom and gentle romance amidst the va...
Low-Key Luxury and World-Class Nature at Amanoi
Vietnam has plenty of resorts but few offer guests the opportunity to foster deep connections with nature and themselves. Amanoi, perched atop the verdant, rolling hills of Vĩnh Hy, is one such proper...
Behavioral, Developmental, and Emotional Issues Facing Children in Vietnam: Finding Hope and Support
Students unable or unwilling to follow classroom instructions and lessons; children verbally or physically abusing teachers, classmates, and family members; young people experiencing depression and ev...
The Straits Opens Inviting Diners to Embark on a Journey Through Flavors
Extravagant lion dancers tumbled and leaped before cascading sparks; graceful fan dancers strutted across the stage; and a techno-backed bartender twirled cocktail shakers in front of an enraptured cr...
