Many types of rice and spices, inside the market.

Central Highlands

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April 13th 2006
Our next stop up the coast of Vietnam was in the central highlands town of Dalat. Previously a weekend spot for french expats living in Saigon, this town almost feels like it could be in Europe (even a swiss friend agreed!)... if you imagined an asian version of a european town, set in the mountains, with some beautiful scenery, lots of farming and a cog/cable railway! A very interesting, cute an ... read more

Asia » Vietnam

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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