There are few places on earth as captivating and as energising as Vietnam and if you are considering a vacation there then you should definitely make time to visit the former capital city, Ho Chi Minh City.
No holiday to Saigon would be complete without seeing the incredible pagodas throughout the city. Don’t forget your camera when touring the Jade Emperor Pagoda. Look up for beautiful pictures of the green tiled roof. The roof of the Quan Am Pagoda is decorated with scenes from traditional plays. Phung Son Pagoda is rich with statues and Phuoc An Hoi Quan Pagoda houses beautiful porcelain fiqures.
Another exciting place is the Ben Thanh Market you can go there and find everything from they sell purses, jewelry, clothing at wholesale prices, fruits, spices, and they have many Vietnamese Cuisine restaurants that sell everything from barbecue chicken to french fries. You can really enjoy yourself and buy gifts for your loved ones. Another thing about this market is that it is open at night and you can sit down under the stars and view the ocean view. Here you will learn about many traditional foods and cultures.
Shopping is always fun while on holiday. The smells of incense, herbs and spices will stay with you long after your holiday. The sounds of live ducks and chicks being sold can’t be heard in a supermarket. Handicrafts sold in the Dong Khoi District make beautiful gifts. Only in Ho Chi Minh City can one still find propaganda posters from the sixties.
The best way to explore picturesque Halong Baynoi is on a cruise and there are many types of cruises available here to cater for every schedules and budgets. Some of the cruises include a tour into one of many giant limestone caves (grottoes) that have been formed here over literally thousands of years. Some of the most popular caves here to explore are Hang Dau Go, Bo Nau and Hang Hanh. You will often encounter small fishing boats that come up to the boats to sell seafood. This is an ideal opportunity to try out the fresh local seafood, cooked right in front of your eyes.
These tips and hints are just a small selection of the many wonderful sights, sounds and smells which are certain to delight and captivate you. You will uncover this incredible and unique country for yourself when you visit on your Vietnam holidays. Come and explore the truly rich and magnificent and welcoming country. Vietnam is certain to amaze and delight you and leave you with so many wonderful and happy memories.
Use some of the many resources to help you to plan your vacation easily, such as guide books, brochures and online guides such as http://www.puretravel.com/Guide/Asia/South-East_Asia/vietnam which has loads of country advice, tips, photos and sample itineraries for you to use.
By: Traveler Puretravel