Architects Lament the Demolition of Saigon's Old Buildings
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- Published on 28 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
With limited space in downtown Saigon, it's pretty well-known that the city's heritage buildings are often in danger of being lost to newer, flashier development projects. More than a few historical structures have been earmarked for demolition in recent years, with the Thu Thiem Parish Church among them.
Sweden Just Held Its Largest Ever Exhibition of Contemporary Vietnamese Art
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- Published on 28 October 2015
- Written by Nicholas Santalucia.
Mien Meo Mieng / Contemporary Art from Vietnam – the most comprehensive exhibition of contemporary Vietnamese art ever presented in Sweden – features installations, drawings, paintings, videos and sculptures from 14 contemporary Vietnamese artists. Produced by Bildmuseet and organized by artist-curator Tran Luong and assistant curator Le Thuan Uyen, the exhibits at Mien Meo Mieng – which translates to The Land of Distortion – revolve around the topics of war, economic changes and Vietnamese society, highlighting the delicate art of subtleties and hidden messages which characterizes the country's contemporary art. Below is a look at the career and work of 10 of the artists displayed at Bildmuseet.
A Look at Saigon’s Interesting Definition of ‘Traffic Jam’
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- Published on 28 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Fred Wissink.
When it comes to Vietnamese traffic management, the fun never ends. Between Hanoian officials telling drivers in the capital to be more like the Saigonese, Saigon officials insisting there are no traffic jams in the city and the notion that thinner sidewalks will help to alleviate traffic congestion, the ongoing adventure that is driving in Vietnam happens to be a pretty good source of entertainment these days.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Province Reports H5N6 Bird Flu Outbreak
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- Published on 28 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Alexander McMillan.
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HCM City circus wins international award [Hanoi Times]
Vietnam agreement supports nuclear infrastructure development [World Nuclear News]
Saigon to Open Center for Foreign Victims of Street Crime
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to handle Saigon's growing number of street robberies involving foreign tourists, city officials recently announced plans to open a tourist help center in District 3 later this year.
Stunning Vietnamese Children's Book Wins Asia-Wide Prize
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
When it comes to reading materials for kids, Vietnam is full of small, inexpensive paperbacks, but seldom does the country produce a colorful, high-quality storybook like The First Journey.
[Video] Watch Vietnamese History Unfold in This 1896-1945 Video
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
For a 14-minute crash course in early 20th century Vietnamese history, look no further than the following video, posted to YouTube by user Duc Duong. Beginning as far back as 1896, its choppy black-and-white footage takes viewers from turn-of-the-century Vietnam, a time of heavily decorated emperors and imperial mandarins, through the ups and downs of colonial rule to the arrival of Japanese soldiers in Vietnam.
Cambodia Unleashes Solar-Powered Tuk Tuks
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
There's a sweet new solar-powered ride on the streets of Phnom Penh.
Hanoi Wants Fewer Buses During Rush Hour To Reduce Traffic
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
In the capital's latest installment of unorthodox traffic management – previous chapters include suggesting local drivers learn to drive like the Saigonese – Hanoi officials are planning to take city buses off the streets during peak traffic hours.
Tourists Are Ruining Ha Long Bay With Cave Graffiti
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
Ha Long Bay, the crown jewel of northern Vietnam's tourism industry, is looking a little worse for wear these days. Between the toxic slurry flowing into its waters earlier this year and the ghost ships currently camped out in one forgotten corner of the bay, Ha Long isn't exactly clean or tidy at the moment.
Morning News Roundup: Vingroup Buys Maximark Chain in Bid to Gain Retail Foothold
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- Published on 27 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
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Proper steps for Vietnam's 4G service eyed[Hanoi Times]
Gov’t Facebook page faked [Saigon Times]
[Video] One Traveler's Mind-Bending 3D Images of Southeast Asia
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
When photographer Garret Suhrie packed his bags and bought a ticket to Southeast Asia, he had plans to make a travel video, something more and more travelers seem to be into these days.
The Story Behind Google's First-Ever Made-in-Vietnam Ad
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson.
Director Bao Nguyen explains the story behind Google's first-ever TV commercial made for Vietnamese audiences.
Saigon's Haze Will Stick Around Until Late November
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer. Photo by Lee Starnes.
These days, it's pretty much a given that breathing during rush hour is hazardous to your health. What with the exhaust fumes and the standstill traffic, taking in a lungful of that hot, dusty, smog-filled air is bound to have an impact on a person's well-being.
Saigon Approves Expansion of Can Gio Tourism Project
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
Last week, city officials approved an additional 480 hectares of sea area for the Saigon Sunbay tourism development in Can Gio.
Date With the Wrecking Ball: Thu Thiem Parish Church and Lovers of the Holy Cross Convent
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Tim Doling. Top photo by Kevin Lee.
Two of Saigon’s oldest Roman Catholic institutions, located across the river in Thủ Thiêm, may soon be gone.
Saigon Proposes 'Trimming' Sidewalks to Address Traffic Woes
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
In an effort to quell rush hour traffic, city officials are asking the Department of Transportation to reduce the surface area of Saigon's sidewalks.
Weekend News Roundup: HCMC Shuts Down Gas Station For Cheating Customers
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- Published on 26 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
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Lasers may ease pain for Vietnam War’s ‘napalm girl’ [Seattle Times]
Pham Ngu Lao Looks Downright Whimsical in This Travel Video
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- Published on 23 October 2015
- Written by Dana Filek-Gibson
There are a lot of mixed feelings when it comes to Pham Ngu Lao. Some see it as a haven for cheap beer and wild nights; others avoid Bui Vien like the plague.
The Vietnamese Government Is Now Officially on Facebook
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- Published on 23 October 2015
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Vietnamese government is getting hip to the times and joining roughly 25 million of its fellow citizens on the country's favorite social network.
