Saigon as the city is still frequently referred to is Vietnam's largest city. It is a fast-paced city full of contrasts as street vendors selling fruit and vegetables can be seen next to glitzy western-style bars and boutiques. Saigon's history is only 300 years old. In 1859 the city was captured by the French and became the capital of Cochinchina. From 1956 until its dramatic demise in April 1975 it was the capital of the US-backed Republic of Vietnam.
Tay Ninh, near the Cambodian border, is home to the unique Cao Dai sect, whose patron saints include Joan of Arc, Victor Hugo and Winston Churchill to name a few. The religion is a hybrid of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Christianity.
Tay Ninh, near the Cambodian border, is home to the unique Cao Dai sect, whose patron saints include Joan of Arc, Victor Hugo and Winston Churchill to name a few. The religion is a hybrid of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Christianity. The Cao Dai Temple at Tay Ninh has been described as a Walt Disney fantasia of the East.
Used to be called by the French as "the Pearl of the Far Orient" in early XX century, Saigon is something that makes you believe Vietnam is one of the most dynamic countries in Asia. It is surely not a traditional Vietnamese town, but it captivates the tourists with the excitement of shopping centers and modernized services..
Recommended for tourists, those have accommodation in Saigon already and wish to discover the Mekong delta, its exciting life, and stay away some days from the noise and rush-up of hectic centers
