Train to Sapa

Sapa Trek

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April 6th 2008
Sapa - This entry will have to be quick (short on time) . . . Our overnight train was interesting - 4 beds per berth. Myself, Kober, Martyn and our guide, Khan, all shared a berth. Mom and Dad shared one with another friendly couple whom were from England. The mattress was actually comfortable. The noise of the train and movement of the train easily disturbed all of our sleep (except ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Northwest

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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