Vietnam Action & adventure, Art, Modern architecture, Religious, Shopping, Waterfall + Winter pictures

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Explore the fortresses and palaces, lake-side tombs, boulevards lined with stunning flame trees and the acclaimed royal cuisine of this historic Vietnamese city.

Backpackers flock here for the hawker food stalls, the affordable cafes and hotels, cheap merchandise and handy bus connections.

Riverside Hoi An is where everyone goes for a little fun after a day in the sun. Come back during the day though to discover ancient temples, tombs, pagodas and warehouses.

Enjoy spectacular views over the entire city from the top of this 68-story skyscraper. Spot landmark buildings and watch the sun go down.

Riverside Hoi An is where everyone goes for a little fun after a day in the sun. Come back during the day though to discover ancient temples, tombs, pagodas and warehouses.

Buy fresh local produce, sample traditional street food and hone your haggling skills when you visit this loud, lively and colorful riverside market.

No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.

See bustling Ho Chi Minh City and the peaceful countryside from the river for a different perspective on Vietnam.

Thousands of jagged, green peaks rising out of the emerald waters, surrounded by the colourful sails of traditional boats, give this bay an almost magical appeal.

This stunning theater, with its glistening white architecture and curved lines, makes it easy to forget that you are in Ho Chi Minh City and not in Paris.

This impressive temple of worship features spectacularly carved woodwork, figurines and spiritual art.

Christianity may not be the dominant religion in Vietnam yet this stunning cathedral is considered by many to be Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic landmark.

This superb pagoda is one of Vietnam’s most iconic sites, with a spectacular tower and shimmering bronze Buddha.

No trip to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without exploring this bustling market where you can enjoy a traditional Vietnamese dish or purchase souvenirs.

Take time out from the busy streets of Ho Chi Minh City and relax amid the French Colonial architecture and fragrant blooms of this historic square.