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Long Xuyen, That Book and Floating markets

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June 21st 2007
Long Xuyen If you're planning on spending two to three months in the Mekong Delta, remember to set aside at least five minutes for the provincial capital of An Giang, Long Xuyen. Last time I went there we struggled to find a hotel which would accept foreigners and ended up staying in a brothel. This time around the situation isn't much better -- one place I checke ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Mekong River Delta » Can Tho

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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