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The Glossary
Pho - "it is a traditional Vietnamese soup dish made with thinly sliced meat (pork or beef) and rice noodles serves with various condiments."
Hoa Lu radiates a distinct air of majesty with its well-preserved ancient temples and towering limestone mountains. Tourists cannot help but stop on their tracks and behold the ancient capital's breathtaking opulence. Located in Vietnam's north central region, Hoa Lu is one of the settlements that still have that old-Vietnam charm, emanating from the ornate age-old structures and the traditional lifestyles maintained by the natives. Vietnam's prime city during the 10th century, Hoa Lu's surroundings feature tall karst elevations that pop out of the seemingly infinite flatland. The area was an ideal place to establish a stronghold, as the rough landscape would impede foreign invasion attempts. The bastion that protected Hoa...
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Shopping around the world on a dollar
A spend-thrift traveler will always find a reason to save a dollar but with our list of items of interesting souvenirs and cultural activities that are around a dollar each, he may happily spend a couple of bucks.
Will favelas murder Rio's Olympic glory?
The Brazilian government is doing a colossal job of transforming the image of favelas from crime-infested villages to festive communities in time for the 2016 Olympics. But will it be successful? We analyze.
Tattoo tales
Tattoos for some are a personal symbol, while for others, they are a proof of love and devotion. In various tribes, since the beginning of history, tattoos are badges of honor, worn in pride and allegiance to their ethnic group.
Singapore in 48 hours
It may be one of the smallest countries in the world but Singapore packs a punch in terms of developments and tourist attractions that will fill your two-day itinerary to the brim.