Ruins

Happy days in Hoi An

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June 20th 2007
Well, I was right about us being lulled into a false sense of security....our third night train in four nights was not as comfy as its predecessors. I'm talking shabby cabin, dirty beige walls and dubious bed covers. AND there was no little men popping their head in every few minutes to furnish us with refreshments. Harsh, way harsh. Sibby and Claud were brave enough to venture as far as the "food ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » South Central Coast » Quảng Nam » Hoi An

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more