If you were to ask me where home is, my answer is clear: Vietnam. Born and raised there, Vietnam defined my childhood and teenage years. It was 18 full years of curiosity and excitement that have truly defined the person I am today.
As far as I could remember, those 18 years were never static, with Vietnam being a developing country that refuses to be dull. Able to maintain cultural and historical beauty, while embracing modernism, is what makes the charm of Vietnam. While visiting, you’ll see a beautiful blend of past, and present. The past imprints itself in timeless architecture, while the present is one of economic development, and of new changes.
Geographically, Vietnam is divided into three main regions: North, Central, and South. I can still recall the summer of 2014 when my family decided to drive across Vietnam – a three week long journey. We started in Saigon, moving further South until we arrived at the most southern part of the mainland: Ca Mau. From there, we headed back up North, passing through the Central regions. Needless to say, I was able to explore Vietnam at its fullest extent.
Therefore, I will introduce to you some of the most notable cities/areas that you must visit:
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