I'm scared

Saigon aka Ho Chi Minh City Part 1

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July 16th 2015
The big smoke. What a contrast compared to what we've seen so far. Saigon is in the 21st century. Indulging in western needs and wants are all here. We positioned ourselves in the Disctrict 1 area. It's where most of the backpackers seem to be with loads of accommodation and eating options. Because of the higher level of tourism in Saigon the English speaking is at a conversation level. T ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Southeast » Ho Chi Minh City

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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