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South East Asia

Ho Chi Minh City War Remnants Museum, Cathedral and Saigon General Post office

Continuing on my adventures in Ho Chi Minh City Vietnam, my exploration now focuses more on the history of the city. This is namely on war museums (War Remnants Museum), historical buildings of interests such as cathedrals as well as shopping locations. Significantly, Ho Chi Minh City is also the tourist destination of choice for roughly 70% of...
South East Asia

Ho Chi Minh City hall, Independence Reunification Palace, Vietnam

MossssssaHo Chi Minh City is Vietnam’s financial center and the country’s economic heart. While Hanoi is the center of government, littered with assortments of official government buildings lined with rows of patriotic Vietnamese flags, it is more prim and proper business here. Money is on the minds of everyone here in Ho Chi Minh City, the city...
South East Asia

Cu chi tunnels, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

The Vietnam war was one of the less glamorous part of Vietnamese history. The Vietnamese communist forces in the late 1940s began digging a network of tunnels under the jungle terrain of South Vietnam near Ho Chi Minh (Saigon), during their war of independence from French colonial authority in the 1946. After the end of the war against...
South East Asia

Hoi An Tra Que Vegetable farm, Fish Farming and Vietnam Basket Boats

Farming is an old way of life in Hoi An, Vietnam. But with tourism receipts being the main income provider to the region today, it had been less feasible for farmers to give up their trade and move on. My farming experience today comprises of such farms, doing both Vegetable and Fish farming. My first stop at...
South East Asia

Ancient coastal town of Hoi An, Vietnam

Vietnam’s former Imperial Capital Huế, is full of historical sights, whether its historical temples, monasteries, tombs and the perfume river or the Forbidden City located in the heart of the capital Citadel. Hoi An (Hội An) is another Gem in central Vietnam, about 120km (3 hour drive) down south from Hue, passing by mountainous roads and into...
South East Asia

Hue Vietnam, Thien Mu Pagoda Monastery and Khai Dinh King Tomb

Located not too far off the Forbidden city in the heart of Hue city are two historical landmarks. Situated by the northern bank of the Perfume river just 3km from the Ancient Citadel is the Thien Mu Pagoda. The pagoda is also known as The Pagoda of the Celestial Lady. Moreover, the Pagoda itself is an unofficial...
South East Asia

Hue City, Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City, Vietnam

The city of Huế (pronounced Hwe) is a city that was the seat of Nguyen Dynasty emperors and the national capital of Vietnam from 1802–1945. It is located in the Thua Thien Hue province in Central Vietnam. Geographically, the central Vietnamese city is well connected to other major cities in the country. Previously we looked at the...
South East Asia

Phong Nha Ke Bang National park, cave rivers, Thiên Đường Vietnam

Phong Nha Ke Bang is a National Park and a UNESCO's World Heritage Site located in central Vietnam. The National Park was only just recently opened to the public in 2010. It is home to large cave systems together with pristine untouched jungles (such as the Kẻ Bàng forest). These are spread throughout a rugged landscape comprising...
South East Asia

Hien Luong Bridge Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) Ben Hai river, Vietnam

Along the way back to Hue from the Ancient Village of Phuoc Tich, I stopped by Ben Hai River demilitarized zone (DMZ). It is one of the few controversial conflict zones during the North-South Vietnam war. Located in the Vĩnh Linh District, Quảng Trị Province, this DMZ was the location of the 17th Parallel. Historically this is...
South East Asia

Ancient Village of Phuoc Tich, Farmstay, Hue, Vietnam

One of the best way to experience the rustic lifestyles of the Vietnamese people to go on a biking exploration trail in ancient Vietnamese villages- a fast disappearing early staple in the fast developing country. Phuoc Tich in the Thừa Thiên–Huế Province is one of such villages still preserved in a relatively pristine state and maintained by...
South East Asia

Vietnam Ha Long Bay, Thien Cung and Dau Go Caves

Hạ Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and popular travel destination in Vietnam known for its breathtaking natural scenery. It comprises of thousands of tiny green-topped islands scattered over a large sea bay area. Administratively, the bay resides within Hạ Long City (Cẩm Phả town). It is a part of Vân Đồn District located in...
South East Asia

Maison Centrale Hoa Lo Prison, Hanoi City, Vietnam

Hanoi has a number of historical sites and markets worth visiting during your stay in the city. They range from dreamy large temples such as the Confucius Temple of Literature and gloomy sites such as the Maison Centrale Prison site. Let’s take a look at the Maison Centrale Prison today. It is one of the few more...
South East Asia

Confucius Temple of Literature, Hanoi City, Vietnam

Hanoi has a number of historical sites worth a visit during your stay in the city. They range from dreamy large temples such as the Temple of Literature and gloomy sites such as the Maison Centrale Prison site. Let’s take a look at Confucius Temple of Literature today. The Confucius Temple of Literature The Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu)...
South East Asia

Hanoi City, Vietnam, Old Quarters, Food and Night Markets

Good morning Vietnam from Hanoi City! Land of the Pho and Coffee! Vietnam is a South East Asian nation geographically north of Thailand, beside Laos running and facing the South China Sea. As such it is one of the best places in South East Asia for seafood and home to few of the pristine sandy beaches in...
Sports Events

Income Eco Run 2018

The Income Eco run is back again in 2018 with runs through the Marina Bay area. Last year the run saw sights in the bay and through the gardens by the bay, passing by the iconic conservatories overlooking the bay reservoir, Sheares bridge and Singapore flyer. As part of NTUC efforts to support the environment, running towards...
Western

nomVnom Vegan Fast Food

nomVnom vegan fast food is a small cozy vegetarian fast dining eatery in the basement of Central mall food court in Clark Quay, Singapore. They cater exclusively to the Vegan community with an entire meat-free menu. Lets see what's on offer. Vegan burgers On menu selections, their best seller burgers is their QQ cheezy ($9.90). This is followed by...
Theme Parks

Thrope Park Resort Theme park, Surrey, England, Stealth, Swarm, Colossus, Nemesis coasters

I had the opportunity to visit Thrope park a couple of years back in 2013, but had not the time to write an article covering the theme park till now. Thrope Park is a thrill seeker’s theme park resort located between the towns of Chertsey and Staines-upon-Thames in Surrey, England. The park is operated and owned by...
Asian

Fuxiang Claypot Rice, Food junction, Harbourfront center

sand The establishment of interest today is Fuxiang Claypot. It is tucked in the quiet top-most floor of the Harbour front center in a Food Junction food court franchise. The Claypot store is situated in the middle of the food court facing the drinks store, away from the buzzing lower floors and crowds at Vivocity. In my food...
Events

The Substation performance- Map of Scars Bruises & Broken Bones

I was at The Substation gallery at Armenian Street in Singapore this weekend to witness a life and emotional performance. It was conducted in the flesh by talents in the acting and performing arts scene. Titled "A Map of Scars, Bruises and Broken Bones", the 2 hour play is said to be a live performance based on...
Events

Tales of the Malay World Manuscripts and early Books, National Library Singapore

Tucked in the upper levels of the Singapore National Library Board (NLB) building in Bugis is a treasure trove of Manuscripts and early Books documenting tales and early use of the Malay language. For centuries, even leading up to the 19th century, the Malay language was one of trade, diplomacy, religious discourse, and literature, particularly for maritime...
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Galaxy Ai 2024 new Fold 6 and Flip 6

Let’s take a hands-on of Samsung’s new foldable phones and wearables at this year’s Galaxy AI Unpacked 2024 event in Singapore. The global event...

Belkin BoostCharge portable Magsafe 5k charger review

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Belkin 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Pad review

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Flip5 unpacked

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Events

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Lights by the lake 2024 Jurong lake gardens

Let’s take a visit and explore the Mid-Autumn Lights by the Lake 2024 at the Jurong Lake Gardens. The event offers a Singaporean celebration...

Singapore Night Festival 2024

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Cable Cars A Ride Through Time at Vivocity Mall

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Singapore Garden Festival 2024

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