In Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon, stands the stunning Notre Dame Cathedral. Built in the late 19th century, the cathedral is brick, neo-Romanesque and clearly influenced by European architecture of the same time period. In fact, many of the materials used in construction were imported directly from France. While the exterior is impressive, the interior is also worth exploring. Look for the surviving stained glass panels as well as carved tiles and a statue of the Virgin Mary.
Blending both Vietnamese and European design elements, the architecture of ...
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Shwemawdaw Paya got its name, the Great Golden God, because the glittering ...
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Muang Ngoi Neua used to be relatively sleepy and under visited, although ...
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Ko Nang Yuan is a tiny island very close to Ko Tao. It is a popular day ...
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