Life in the home of oldest tea trees in the world

Vietnam tours Bridge – Around 200km from Hanoi, Suoi Giang commune in the Van Chan district, the northern mountain province of Yen Bai, is 1,371m above sea level. The commune is located on the mighty Fansipan Mountain. This is the home of the oldest tea trees in the world.


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Vinh Nghiem Pagoda in HCM City ( Chua Vinh Nghiem)

Inaugurated in 1971, Vinh Nghiem Pagoda is the biggest pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City. Built in modern style, but the structure draws its inspiration from traditional Vietnamese culture and a touch of Japanese architectural style. The pagoda features a vast sanctuary and an eight-storey tower. On the first and fifth of lunar months, believers throng the pagoda to pay their respects, make offerings and pray for blessings.
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Giac Lam Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City ( chua giac lam)

118 Lac Long Quan, Tan Binh
Although situated out on a limb north-west of Cho Lon , this pagoda should not be missed as it is arguably SaiGon’s finest and certainly the oldest. It was built in 1744 and has been twice restored since ( most recently in 1906), but still exudes architectural and decorative harmony.
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Vietnam Tours 2011- Vietnam Red River Delta Discovery on Bicycle

Price: US$840 (included taxes & service charge) Routes: Hanoi - Duong Lam - Son Tay - Perfume Pagoda - Tam Coc - Phat Diem - Thai Binh - Hai Duong - Bac Ninh Duration: 6 days/5 nights Group size: 2 - 8 people Depart from: Hanoi Return to: Hanoi Specialty Categories: Bicycle Touring - Cultural Journey 2011 Guided Tour Dates: Jan 15-21, Feb 2-7, Mar 10-15, Mar 20-25, Mar 23-28, Apr 2-7, Apr 6-11, Apr 10-15, Apr 20-25, May 2-7, Sep 6-11, Sep 12-17, Sep 20-25, Oct 4-9, Oct 8-13, Oct 15-19, Oct 25-30, Nov 6-11, Nov 15-21, Nov 20-25, Dec 2-7.

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