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Backpacking Ho Chi Minh City Travel Guide (2020)

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In this in-depth travel guide, I will be covering everything you need to know about backpacking Ho Chi Minh City. Having traveled to HCMC quite a bit myself, I’ll include useful insider tips on the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City, how to get around, and more. Perhaps the single best word to describe Ho Chi Minh City is “overwhelming.” The city’s never-ending stream of motorbikes can make crossing the street a death-defying adventure, and as Vietnam’s largest city, Ho Chi Minh, formerly known as Saigon, is propelling the country into the future while keeping one foot firmly planted in the past. Ho Chi Minh City is a city of contrasts; on the same street, you can find ancient temples and futuristic skyscrapers, traditional markets and high-end shopping malls. For a city that was ravaged by a devastating war in the not-so-distant past, HCMC has rebuilt itself as the centre of commerce in a quickly-developing Southeast Asian nation. While the local...

Top 10 Must See Temples in Bangkok

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With exotic islands, lush jungles, and chaotic city streets, Thailand is a magnificent country that caters to all types of adventures. However, one of the most significant reasons to visit Thailand is to visit one of the many Buddhist temples scattered throughout the nation. The temples in Bangkok are some of the best in the nation. Thailand is home to over 30,000 active temples, so you’ll be able to find one no matter what city you plan on visiting. That includes the bustling capital of Bangkok. Although many travelers use Bangkok as the jumping-off point for exploring the islands and countryside, it’s worth spending a few days visiting some of the city’s most beautiful temples. There are over 400 temples in Bangkok alone. With different architectural styles and unique characteristics, each temple is worth checking out. Although narrowing down your list of which places to visit can be difficult, we’re here to help you plan your ideal itinerary. To help make the most of your journey,...