Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital in the northern part of the country. Existing for over a thousand years, and celebrating its millennium in 2010. While the city is divided into many districts, there are a few that travelers will most likely travel through. One of the most distinct and vibrant of these districts is the Old …
One of our early trips in Ho Chi Minh was to the Museum of Vietnamese History. It was only about a twenty-minute walk from our apartment, so we made a light afternoon of it. The museum is an enjoyable day trip and certainly worth a visit. Museum of Vietnamese History Getting In We came in …
Hoa Lo Prison, more commonly known as the “Hanoi Hilton Hotel” in the States, is an infamous prison that gained notoriety during the Vietnam War for holding shot down American pilots. The prison has a much longer history however, none of which is any bit prettier. Hoa Lo Prison – Hanoi Hilton Getting To the …
Hidden deep within the karst, limestone mountains of Cat Ba island lies a cave that remained hidden from outside eyes for many years. It served the Vietnamese as a secret hospital and safe house during the “American War” as they call. Today you can visit Hospital Cave easily. Hospital Cave Cat Ba Island Getting To …
During our time in Ho Chi Minh, we made a quick stop by the Tan Dinh Church, also known as the Pink Cathedral. The Tân Định Church is a quirky landmark that draws numerous visitors every year due to its flamboyant coloring. So of course, we decided that we had to make a quick stop …
While scouring google maps for interesting locations near our apartment in Ho Chi Minh, we found a little Taoist temple not too far away. We had remembered seeing it mentioned somewhere else as well so we made note of it’s location and set off in search of the Jade Emperor Pagoda. Jade Emperor Pagoda – …