Basket boat, Hoi An

08/11/08-10/1108 Going North in Vietnam

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November 10th 2008
Hello All!!! Another early start after bus but we are tough cookies so went straight out. Hoi An is FULL of clothing shops where you can select any material and have something made to measure on the cheap and quick! Saw a beautiful dress in one shop tried it on and, flukey person that I am, it fit. No need to have one made!! But I always do have an eye for a bargain after my TK Maxx training!! ... 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