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Tag: Tết

  • A guide to Da Lat, Vietnam

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    Da Lat is the largest city in the mountainous central highlands region of Vietnam, and is 300km from Ho Chi Minh City. Da Lat is known for its mild weather and stunning landscapes. It is known as ‘city of eternal spring’ because its weather provides a cool break from the hotter climate of southern Vietnam.…

  • Why to avoid travelling in Vietnam during Tết

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    What is Tết? Tết is the celebration of the lunar New Year and the arrival of spring based on the Vietnamese calendar. It is the most important celebration in Vietnamese culture and is celebrated all across the country. During Tết Vietnamese families come together to honour their ancestors, and to pray for luck and health…