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    Saigoneer Throwback Monday

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    We're in Hanoi for the day so while we won’t be posting any new content, here are some of our staff’s favorite articles which we’ve published in the past.

    Nuoc Mam: Ketchup’s Great-grandfather

     

    Vietnam as Seen From Space

     

    The History of Saigon's Streetcars

     

    Back to the Basics: The Struggle for an Organic Vietnam

     

    The Remarkable Tale of Ben Thanh Market

     

    Hopefully this will hold you guys over until we return in full force tomorrow!

    [Photo via neilmoralee]

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