At the end of March the southern Vietnamese beach town of Vung Tau will host an International Kite Flying Festival. Katherine Le looks into the history of kite-flying and its cultural significance throughout Asia.
While people have flown kites for at least 2,000 years, it’s hard to trace this activity’s origins. Made of paper, fabric and wood, [...]
Today, the old port town of Hoi An is a testament to the area’s cosmopolitan past, its architecture exhibiting Japanese, Vietnamese, Chinese and European influences.
Japanese Bridge Hoi An
Once the capital of the ancient Kingdom of Champa , the Quang Region is characterized by harsh sun, strong winds, lush vegetation and a rich history. When the [...]
