Gambling, Culture, Living, Traveling, Food, all things Vietnam and South East Asia

KVB · Jul 22, 2024

Everything is clean, the walkways look pressure washed.

A far cry from the piss smelling downtown SF or Sac.

lol

KVB · Jul 22, 2024

flyingillini said:
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Angkor Wat , Siem Reap ,

We might travel half way around the world just to see this tree^^^.

I'm not even kidding around here.

BMR Genie · Jul 22, 2024

KVB said:
This is some seriously awesome trip reporting here.

Illini should be in the running for POTM

Paging @jjgold

DiggityDaggityDo · Jul 22, 2024

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1815330149157744801

flyingillini · Jul 22, 2024

BMR Genie said:
Wow really? Bali, Fly? Why sucks? I lot of Hollywood and local actors/actress visits Bali.

All commercialized Po. Better places in SEA.

flyingillini · Jul 22, 2024

KVB said:
This is some seriously awesome trip reporting here.

Illini should be in the running for POTM

God Bless you and variance my friend!

flyingillini · Jul 22, 2024

KVB said:
Everything is clean, the walkways look pressure washed.

A far cry from the piss smelling downtown SF or Sac.

lol

Campuchia and Việt Nam are very clean. You won’t find cleaner streets. Their sanitation workers clean everyday and the streets are spotless at the beginning of each morning. @DiggityDaggityDo longs and yearns for clean streets in Modesto.

flyingillini · Jul 22, 2024

KVB said:
This is some seriously awesome trip reporting here.

Illini should be in the running for POTM

When I went to Wuhan and took pictures from ground zero that was a winning month but I got it the next month I long and yearn to be poster of the month. Most here have jobs , families , productive lives , all I have is Facebook and posting on BMR. It’s all I have.

KVB · Jul 22, 2024

flyingillini said:
When I went to Wuhan and took pictures from ground zero that was a winning month but I got it the next month I long and yearn to be poster of the month. Most here have jobs , families , productive lives , all I have is Facebook and posting on BMR. It’s all I have.

Well, if you ever get bored, you could always pick up a hobby and be a part time sign language interpreter.

Some gigs double as a solid workout...

DiggityDaggityDo said:
https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1815366852736139579

Just sayin'.

flyingillini · Jul 22, 2024

19 Facts You May Not Know About Vietnam:

1. Vietnam is located in Southeast Asia, bordered by China to the north, Laos and Cambodia to the west, and the South China Sea to the east and south.
2. Hanoi is the capital city of Vietnam, while Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is the largest city and economic hub.
3. Vietnamese is the official language, and it uses the Latin alphabet known as Quoc Ngu, which was introduced by French colonists.
4. Vietnam has a population of over 96 million people, making it the 15th most populous country in the world.
5. The country has a rich history dating back over 4,000 years, with periods of Chinese domination, French colonization, and the Vietnam War.
6. Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site located in northern Vietnam, is famous for its emerald waters and thousands of towering limestone islands topped with rainforests.
7. Vietnam is known for its diverse landscapes, including mountains, deltas, coastal plains, and tropical forests.
8. Pho, a traditional Vietnamese noodle soup, is one of the most iconic dishes worldwide and is enjoyed throughout the country.
9. Vietnamese cuisine is characterized by its fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs, and balanced flavors, influenced by Chinese, French, and Southeast Asian cuisines.
10. The Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam is a fertile region known for its rice paddies, fruit orchards, and floating markets.
11. Buddhism is the largest religion in Vietnam, followed by Catholicism and other indigenous beliefs.
12. The Vietnamese ao dai, a long-sleeved tunic worn over trousers, is the national costume and is often worn for special occasions and ceremonies.
13. The Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City are an extensive network of underground tunnels used by Viet Cong guerrillas during the Vietnam War.
14. Vietnam is one of the world's largest producers of coffee and is known for its strong and flavorful coffee culture.
15. Tet Nguyen Dan, or Tet, is the Vietnamese Lunar New Year celebration and is the most important holiday in Vietnam, marked by family gatherings, feasting, and traditional customs.
16. The Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi, a UNESCO World Heritage site, served as the political center of Vietnam for over 13 centuries.
17. Water puppetry (Mua roi nuoc) is a traditional art form in Vietnam, originating in the Red River Delta region and performed on the surface of water.
18. Vietnamese literature and poetry have a long history and include works from poets like Ho Xuan Huong and Nguyen Du, author of "The Tale of Kieu."
19. Vietnam has experienced rapid economic growth and development in recent decades, transitioning from a predominantly agricultural economy to one driven by manufacturing, services, and tourism.