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Che, a sweet, layered Vietnamese drink (or soup) served as a snack or dessert. And, it's all about choices and texture. A che stand will look something like a penny candy store.Do I want the red bubbles or the blue bubbles? Do I want mung beans or kidney beans?Out of fascination, Dan got into the habit of ordering these drinks at the Vietnamese market in Prague's Malesice district.Read about snackin' in Saigon.
The Black Hmong women are identified by the dark indigo color of their clothing which stands in contrast to their accessories and brightly-colored embroidery. Their legs are wrapped with a velvet type cloth to keep them warm in the winter months.Hmong have high cheekbones and broader faces, in comparison to the Vietnamese. It is believed they migrated to this region from southern China in the 18th century. Within the general Hmong ethnic group, there are several subdivisions - Black Hmong, White Hmong, Flower Hmong, among others.Read more about the hill tribes and trekking in Sapa.
A great selection of huge prawns on offer at Ben Thanh market in Saigon. We were fortunate that our hotel was just half a block away, making it a easy to pop into the market for a small (or substantial) snack at one of the stalls when we were feeling peckish.Read more about snackin' in Saigon.
A Black Hmong girl looks into the valley in Sapa.Instead of backpacks, Hmong girls wear baskets to carry their goods to and from market. They also wear leggings and multiple layers for warmth in the wintertime. They are surprisingly light on their feet, even on the steepest and muddiest of paths. Quite the opposite from all the clunky foreigners who held onto them and available trees in order to keep balance. Read more about the hill tribes and trekking in Sapa.
This American tank was proudly displayed as part of the tour of the Cu Chi tunnels. Most of it was blown up by a land mine in 1970, and it has stayed in the same place ever since. Walking around this forested area gives a feel for how difficult war must have been for both groups.
We followed these newlyweds around while their photographer put them in various poses and gave them cues on the mood and look he was going for. This one must have been part of the Fred and Ginger series.More reading: Hanoi under the skin
This looked like it belonged more appropriately under the sea than above it. It was one of the flowers on display at the flower market leading up to Tet (Vietnamese New Year). Read about Tet festivities in Saigon.
The Black Hmong women are identified by the dark indigo color of their clothing. Their legs are wrapped with a velvet type cloth, to keep them warm in the winter months. The dark color is highlighted by embroidery on the arms and with accessories. The terraced rice fields that mark Sapa are in the background.
Fishermen ply their trade on the Thu Bon River in Hoi An.Read more about Hoi An, Vietnam.
A young girl, wrapped from head to toe in embroidery, walks with her mother through the Bac Ha Market.Read more about Bac Ha market in Vietnam.
Boats full of fruit and vegetables head to Cai Rang floating market. Read more about Cai Rang Floating Market.
Perfect roses make their way down Hanoi's streets on the back of a bicycle. More reading: Hanoi under the skin
Read more about tailors in Hoi An.
Bahn Xeo is a savory pancake with shrimp and pork sprinkled into its turmeric-touched batter. The pancake is filled with herbs and bean sprouts and should be rolled tight with rice paper. We tried this in several restaurants without the rice paper - what a mess!We also learned how to make tomato roses and cucumber fans. We don't expect to use that skill any time soon though. Read about Hoi An food specialties.
Hanoi Post Office Reflected in Hoan Kiem Lake - Hanoi
When we were in Sapa in January, rice had just been planted. The water from the mountains serves as irrigation. The area will turn from muted tans and browns to a dazzling green as the rice approaches harvest time.Read more about the hill tribes and trekking in Sapa.
Pieces of squid cut for the effect of a flower. This was part of the preparation of warm squid salad in a pineapple.Scoring squid not only makes it look pretty, but allows it to expand while cooking in order to better absorb the flavor of the sauce it's cooked in.Read about Hoi An's food specialties.
The sidewalks of Hanoi are full of people, food, motorbikes, stools and anything else that prevents pedestrians from passing. This squatting vendor reviews her goods while balancing delicately one inch above the ground.More reading: Hanoi under the skin
Decorations remain up long after Christmas, as these Black Hmong kids take a foggy afternoon stroll past the cemetery in Sapa town. Most kids will go back to their village in the evenings, but a few stay in town with relatives for several days in a row to work in the markets or in the tourist trade.
Read more about the hill tribes and trekking in Sapa.
After floating around the floating market, we docked and walked around Cai Rang's market on land. This flower vendor looks out over her Tet flower offering.Read about our journey from Saigon to Phnom Penh on the Mekong.
Who needs to go to a florist when the florist can come to you?More reading: Hanoi under the skin
In the annals of the bizarre and the canine...Read more about Hoi An, Vietnam.
