The One-of-a-Kind Bà Rén Pig Market The seller and the buyer were close friends so the transaction took place very quickly | Photos by Mr. Old Man A Market Like No Other For over 50 years, in a small commune in Quảng Nam province, a market unlike any other has thrived. The Bà Rén Pig Market, located in Quế Xuân 1 commune, Quế Sơn district, is … Read More
EXPLORING THE FRANCO – SPANISH CEMETERY ON SON TRA MOUNTAIN This morning, I set out on a cycling trip to Tien Sa Port, intending just to ride around before heading back. However, I suddenly recalled a unique historical site nearby and decided to make a stop—the Franco – Spanish Cemetery, which rests against the slopes of Son Tra Mountain, overlooking Da Nang Bay, near the entrance to Tien Sa Port. … Read More
VISITING KY ANH TUNNELS BY BICYCLE Hay stack bunker Ky Anh Tunnels, formerly part of Ky Anh Commune (now Tam Thang Commune), is located 7 km northeast of Tam Ky City and 75 km from Da Nang along the coastal road. It is a nationally recognized historical site and one of Vietnam’s three largest tunnels, following Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City and Vinh … Read More
CYCLING TO EXPLORE LẬP AN LAGOON Photo: Internet Lập An Lagoon, located in Lăng Cô Town, 40 km from Đà Nẵng and 70 km from Huế, has become a must-visit check-in spot in recent years. It attracts many travelers, especially young adventurers who love to explore. Travel magazines have described Lâp An Lagoon as the “treasure” of Lăng Cô, a poetic paradise in the dreamy land … Read More
THE STORY OF BICYCLE SADDLES For a cyclist, finding the perfect saddle is like finding a lifelong companion—it harmonizes everything, causing no pain or discomfort even on long journeys. Some are lucky or knowledgeable enough to find the right one quickly, while others have to go through several saddles before discovering the perfect fit. Get comfortable with the right MTB saddle Choosing the Right Saddle … Read More
SORRY, PHÒ NAM Since my first cycling trip exploring Hòa Bắc over seven years ago, I have ridden past the villages of An Định, Hội Yên, Nam Yên, Lộc Mỹ, Nam Mỹ, and Phò Nam hundreds of times, continuing all the way up to Tà Lang – Giàn Bí. I have taken thousands of photos and written dozens of articles about the roads … Read More
Two Days in Luang Prabang Once the capital of the Kingdom of a Million Elephants, Luang Prabang was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Today, it has become an irresistible destination for backpackers eager to explore new lands with unique cultures. Those who have visited Luang Prabang once often long for the day they can return to this ancient capital along the Mekong … Read More
EXPLORING TIÊN SA LIGHTHOUSE: THE MYSTERY OF THE BROKEN GRAVESTONE I have often braved the steep, grueling slopes—some with inclines exceeding 20%—on the Sơn Trà Peninsula to visit the ancient Tiên Sa Lighthouse, a challenging check-in spot for many cycling enthusiasts. Perched at an altitude of 223 meters above sea level, with a vast primeval forest on one side and the endless blue ocean on the other, Tiên Sa Lighthouse … Read More
NAM Ô FORBIDDEN FOREST & THE LEGEND OF PRINCESS HUYỀN TRÂN On the north-south highway, when descending the Hải Vân Pass towards the south, travelers can spot a small forest surrounded by golden-brown rocky cliffs glistening under the sun. From one angle, the forest resembles a phoenix spreading its wings over the sea; from another, it looks like an ancient, million-year-old turtle. This is the Nam Ô Forbidden Forest, steeped in … Read More
RETURNING TO THE LOST VILLAGE Six years ago, I attempted to reach an abandoned village hidden along a deserted beach by carrying my bicycle down from the Hai Van Pass. This village was once a refuge for people suffering from leprosy. However, I was disappointed—I lacked the strength and courage to navigate the jagged cliffs jutting into the sea, where waves relentlessly crashed against the … Read More
Presentation Period vs. Expiry Date: When the Presentation Period Appears to Extend Beyond the LC Expiry Date
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