Vietnam : The Changing Landscape

My daughter had a study trip in Vietnam.

With some of her pictures, I would like to share with you, some of their developments,

History and heritage that I have learned from her.

As beautiful as those I saw in Europe.

Riding up to the food counters makes it so convenient.

Skillful

Old and new.

Overhead power cables need to be addressed.

A common sight.

I would be VERY nervous seating next to this.

Actually I have one of these kind right in my own backyard.

In Singapore all cables are supposed to be underground.

Have they forgotten about this one.

So many plans for development.

Paragon looks like a 'Castle'.

Lovely cafes.

High-rise apartments.

New

Cables still above ground but much neater.

Inviting 'Resort' looking homes.

An active transition, that is going on.

Still rich in history.

The many types of holes and tunnels used during the war.

Try squeezing into one of this.

This video from my daughter, shows her brave friend could.

Known for those ingenious traps during the war.

Follow these pictures closely, to discover the hidden.

These traps, that I have only seen in movies.

Indiana Jones, are for real

HERE!

Ouch!' scary description.

Won't want to sit on this.

There were many more.

BOMBS!

Some 'fresh air' this beautiful tree looks like it needs a drink.

The famous Halong Bay.

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Wiki :Hạ Long Bay (literally: Descending Dragon bay; Vietnamese: Vịnh Hạ Long)

is a UNESCO World Heritage site located in Quảng Ninh province, Vietnam.

The bay features thousands of limestone karsts and isles in various sizes and shapes.

Cruising among the islands

Limestone karsts.

Spotted among these islands.

A floating market.

Some boats selling.

Beautiful