Storm does the Mekong

Mekong - Muine

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January 2nd 2005
From HCM we went on a two day one night trip around the Mekong. Massive river, pretty dirty crazy way of life. Saw coconut sweet, rice paper and rice noodle factories. Stayed in a very budget hotel some of our group freaked out but the feral in me felt right at home. Whole two day trip only US$15, and we had an English speaking guide called Tony (Te-wan), he was great, definitely a highlight of th ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Mekong River Delta

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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