September 3, 2011
A lesser-known religious site helps travelers forget their worries Chua Ha, the lowest temple at the Bich Dong Pagoda The northern province of Ninh Binh is known for its many tourist attractions: the limestone karst formations of the Tam Coc waterways, Cuc Phuong National Forest, and the Hoa Lu historic citadel. But often overlooked [...]
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January 28, 2011
Black H’mong women sell tho cam (ethnic fabrics) in Sapa. One of the most wonderful highlands in Asia, Sapa is a magical combination of landscapes, ethnic cultures and fresh mountain air. It was too early. I struggled to peel my eyes open, wondering what the commotion outside was all about. The clock pointed to [...]
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January 16, 2011
The Tam Coc Wharf where tourists can take a boat trip along the Ngo Dong River to discover the caverns of Tam Coc (three caves) and Bich Dong (emerald grotto). Nestled on the bank of the Ngo Dong River in the northern province of Ninh Binh, the Co Vien Lau private museum presents an ancient [...]
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September 11, 2009
LookAtVietnam – The red-headed crane, known by Vietnamese people under the popular name hac, is the symbol of strength, faithfulness and longevity. Vietnamese symbol: Red-headed cranes are a wonderful sight at the Tam Nong Bird Sanctuary in Dong Thap province.Listed in the World’s Red Book of Threatened Species, red-headed cranes flocked to Tam Nong Bird [...]
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July 29, 2009
LookAtVietnam – Police will pursue charges in a case involving seven people accused of causing public disorder at the Tam Toa bell tower war relic in the central province of Quang Binh. The seven people were arrested on July 21 for allegedly causing public disorder at the Tam Toa historical war relic. (Photo: Nhan Dan)Major [...]
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May 29, 2009
LookAtVietnam – Children infected with HIV/AIDS or with parents similarly afflicted still find it hard to get a formal education owing to the widespread community discrimination against them, a Ho Chi Minh City official said. A boy takes a nap at the Tam Binh Care Center for HIV-afflicted Children in Thu Duc District, Ho Chi [...]
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May 28, 2009
A boy takes a nap at the Tam Binh Care Center for HIV-afflicted Children in Thu Duc District, Ho Chi Minh City. Children infected with HIV/AIDS or with parents similarly afflicted still find it hard to get a formal education owing to the widespread community discrimination against them, a Ho Chi Minh City official said. [...]
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May 2, 2009
Leaving behind the noise of the city, we escaped to Cuc Phuong National Park to immerse ourselves in nature and breathe in the fresh air of the vast, green forest. Cuc Phuong National Park, 120km south of Hanoi, is located in the center of the Tam Diep mountain range. It’s so big (22,200ha) that it’s [...]
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April 23, 2009
Ha Quang Ngan is not just a mere farmer. He is also an artisan who strives to preserve two unique performances of cheo (traditional operetta) and pass them on to younger generations. A traditional operetta troupe rehearses in Thap Village, Kien Khe Town in northern Ha Nam Province’s Thanh Liem District.VietNamNet Bridge – Ha Quang [...]
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March 27, 2009
LookAtVietnam – There’s a reason why Tam Coc tourist site in the northern province of Ninh Binh rivals Ha Long Bay on the tourist must-see list. Perfect shot: The stunning landscape of Tam Coc attracts thousand of tourists every year. Tam Coc, also known as Ha Long Bay on land, is home to an awesome [...]
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