Producing "Mam" has existed in the life of western natives in the South of Vietnam for ages. In fact, its existence has been continuing by time. ... Informal estimation shows that more than a dozen kinds of seafood can be processed into "Mam" in the area. It can be said that the people of my hometown know how to process all kinds of mắm from all the fish caught from the rivers here. Although it is unknown who was the first to create this food and when it was first made, almost all women westerners know how to make it and handed its process on to their offspring from generation to generation. This helps enrich Mam's types, processes, packages, and storage. People in almost every village, commune and even hamlet know how to process Mam; many households have jars (containers of fermented fish) of Mam all year round.
Food is always considered as a part of the urban “soul”. Cai Rang District, one of the central urban areas of Can Tho City, proves its long-term development via delicious and memorable dishes...
When you are deciding the best time to visit Vietnam, you will have to consider the country’s tropical monsoon climate. The Monsoon season is from May to September in the South, and in the Northeast, the monsoon is from October to April. As well as considering the weather there are other factors to consider before you go to Vietnam, so read my things to know before you visit Vietnam post.
This colorful pagoda is a place of worship for Khmer people in Tinh Bien Town, the Mekong Delta province of An Giang.
If you want to eat like a local when visiting Chau Doc, a Mekong Delta town bordering Cambodia, you can't go wrong with these foods
To many Mekong Delta locals, grilled banana dipped in coconut milk represents a vessel of delightful childhood memories.
Hidden away in the Central Highlands, Dalat plays the cooler cousin to Vietnam's seaside destinations. Famous for its countryside charm, Dalat draws couples, outdoor enthusiasts, and golf enthusiasts alike. This mountain resort town was once a summer getaway for the French, who left their mark in European-inspired architecture and manicured, rolling lawns. Dalat's main lake is the centre of the action, but countless treasures await in the hills as well.
Sapa town stands at the head of a deep valley of magnificent rice terraces that are still worked today as they have been for centuries. Backdrops don’t get much more spectacular. Enticing ribbons of road lead the eye down to the valley floor, white-water rivers rush among rice fields, and lush green mountains stretch into the distance as far as the eye can see. The highest peak in the region, Mount Fansipan, crowns the ragged ridge line high above town.
The handmade is part of Vietnam’s soul. From craft villages to the capital’s core, the country’s crafts will take you to fascinating places. Hanoi’s 36 guild streets, also known as the Old Quarter, have a long history of craftsmanship reflected in street names such as Hang Bac (Silver Street) and Hang Quat (Fan Street). Entire craft villages continue to thrive on centuries-old traditions by exporting their goods worldwide. Here’s your guide to exploring Vietnam’s time-honoured crafts.