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Nam Dinh, Tam Xoan, rice for the kings
Rice is everywhere in Vietnam. On the table, of course, but also in folklore and – in some ways – in the spiritual life. We will therefore not be surprised by the immense variety of rice available, including in Nam Dinh: the long, the round, the fragrant. Or that from such and such a place, such as the Mekong Delta or the plain of Dien Bien, two rice granaries well known to the Vietnamese. And then there are confidential rices, which could be awarded a PGI, or a PDO. Hai Hau rice, in Nam Dinh province, is one of those rices sought after because they are rare and unique in…
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Ancestor worship in Vietnam
A ritual practice common to many religions, ancestor worship in Vietnam dates back to the dawn of time. Perhaps this is the very first belief? Today, this practice still exists in Mexico, Madagascar, China, South Korea and Vietnam, where it takes the name oftín ngưỡng thờ cúng tổ tiên. Ancestor worship in Vietnam, a practice that connects and unites These ancient beliefs form the basis of family structure as traditionally understood. They form the invisible link that unites the peoples of the country to the two deltas and to the 54 ethnic communities. They actively and subtly participate in the complex and subtle balance of a nation that has managed…
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Cu Chi tunnels – Survive undergroud
Having become symbols of Vietnamese resistance to the oppressors, the Cu Chi tunnels, in the suburbs of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), are now part of not only the memory of a country and a people, but also what is called memorial tourism, so that every visitor can say, “Never again!” » The Cu Chi tunnels – The origins We are in the years 1946-48, in the middle of the Indochina war. Some 70 kilometers northwest of Sai Gon, arms and hands are busy underground. With simple agricultural tools, rather rudimentary, we begin to dig, to clear, to evacuate the rubble of a land resembling laterite, both flexible to…
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Vietnam adventure tour > 14 days North
Vietnam adventure tour > 14 days North Start an adventure tour in Vietnam for a unique experience. A mix of adventure and culture, let yourself be guided through spectacular landscapes off the beaten track and meet ethnic minorities. You will also indulge in local crafts. Between rice fields, mountains, waterfalls, jungle, you will have an overview of the riches of North Vietnam. First, start with a trek to climb Mount Ta Xua in Yen Bai Valley, 2865m above sea level. Passing by the dinosaur ridge and then crossing the jungle, you will discover the secrets of the local fauna and flora. Then return to the Tu le plain, in the…
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Wellness Vietnam : Sweetness of life > 14 days North and Central
Wellness Vietnam : Sweetness of life > 14 days North and Center Because Vietnam has a lot to offer, this tour will offer you a lot. A wellness tour in Vietnam while enjoying the sweetness of life in Vietnam. Discover the North and the Center, a mixture of landscapes, history and culture. Share moments with the locals and discover local crafts. A trip mixing mountains, rice fields, jungle, waterfall and beach to contemplate the multiple riches of the land of the dragon. After the frenetic Hanoi, a sweet break in the sublime Avana Retreat in the province of Hoa Binh. Perfectly integrated into the landscape, this 5-star resort is an…
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Towards new trails > Tour 15 days north Vietnam
Towards new trails > Tour 15 days north Vietnam Travel off beaten tracks 15 days : North Vietnam has countless riches to offer other than the rice fields of Sapa, Halong Bay or Ninh Binh. Discover another facet of the land of the Dragon through less frequented paths that will amaze you. New landscapes, varied activities and a connection with a green nature, Song Voyages takes you to discover a Vietnam of traditions and culture. First of all, discover the huge lake of Thac Ba, in the province of Yen bai with its hundreds of islets. Far from mass tourism, you will experience the local Dao life and can discover…
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Hoang Su Phi travel guide !
A little-known destination with hypnotic landscapes of rice terraces, Hoang Su Phi is a favorite destination at the end of the world. Well… almost… in the North of Vietnam, in fact, near the Chinese border. More information in this Hoang Su Phi travel guide to prepare well your trip. Location, access and climate Where is Hoang Su Phi located? Hoang Su Phi is located in Ha Giang Province. In the far north of Vietnam, not far from the Chinese border. A region that has long remained away from tourist destinations. It has kept a wild and rustic beauty, sculpted by the rice terraces. These majestic lands are home to a…
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Mysteries of Vietnam 20 days North and Center
Mysteries of Vietnam : 20 North and Center of Vietnam Get closer to nature and local life, discover some mysteries of Vietnam through a trip to less touristy areas. From the high mountains of the north to the central highlands, dive into another time, between magical landscapes and ancestral traditions. There’s nothing like starting the trip in the best way than going to Hoang Su Phi to soak up what is one of the most beautiful attractions of the land of the Dragon, the landscapes of rice fields terraces. Embellished by encounters with different ethnic minorities, it is an immediate plunge into Vietnamese culture. In order to go there in…
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The Hidden Pearl of Vietnam tour 21 Days
The hidden pearl of Vietnam tour 21 days : In immersion in a Vietnam of a thousand riches, a tour 21 days to start an amazing adventure. From North to South to discover its varied and majestic landscapes, beach, rice fields, highlands, its ethnic groups and its crafts. A perfect combination of unmissable places and places where mass tourism has not stopped. After visiting the Hanoi urban jungle, through its markets, its alleys and its overflowing activity, you will leave to hike among the most beautiful and impressive rice terraces in Vietnam, in Hoang Su Phi. Land of minorities, the mountains of the North will probably be your most beautiful…
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Pu Luong Nature Reserve travel Guide
Pu Luong Nature Reserve: Pu Luong Nature Reserve is decorated with limestone scenery, amazing beauty and culture. It stretches from Mai Chau in the north to Cuc Phuong National Park in the south. The reserve is rich with limestone mountains, bamboo forests, jungle, beautiful rice terraces and breathtaking scenery. The Pu Luong nature reserve was established in 1999, it is located about 150 km southwest of the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi. It is a nature reserve with a total area of 176.62 square kilometers of which 3/4 are mainly tropical forests. Pu Luong Nature Reserve is also the home of the Muong and Thai ethnic groups. Pu Luong Nature Reserve…
