The temple continued to function as normal through the Vietnam War. In 1975, when Saigon was liberated by North Vietnam, and the United States was defeated, most members of the Tamil and other ...

Inside the temple, there is a 6mx3m cell, once used as a place for secret meeting of patriots. Each year, there are four major offerings at the temple, which are in lunar January, April, July and ...

Vietnam is calling with its otherworldly scenery, enduring culture and fast-paced cities. Before you plan your trip, consult this ranking of the best places to visit in Vietnam.

Kim Phuc became emblematic of human suffering in the Vietnam War in a photo taken of her at age 9 — naked, burned by napalm, and running away with other children — after South Vietnamese ...

Beyond the vibrant chaos of bustling cities and the allure of famous landmarks, Vietnam also has a secret side—hidden treasures where landscapes, villages, and age-old traditions await travelers. 1.

Hanoi is the capital city of Vietnam and one of the country’s most historic and cultural destinations. Located in the north of Vietnam, Hanoi is known for its beautiful lakes, colonial ...

Tran Temple Festival in Nam Dinh The festival, one of the largest annual spring festivals in Vietnam, is held from the 14th day of the first lunar month every year at the national historical complex ...

I am back in Vietnam, 15 years after I first came: up to my eyes in the country’s sensory carnival, immersed in a flood of memories. Revisiting this place, so central to the stories I tell about ...