25 Old Photos of Bicycles in Vietnam
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- Published on 06 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Before motorbikes, bicycles were the main method of transportation for Vietnamese. According to VietNamNet, bikes were once sold for as much as a teal of gold (around $1,600 in present-day value) and even came with registration papers and license plates. Today in the age of the motorbike, bicycles are now the exception rather than the rule.
Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge Wins International Engineering Award
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- Published on 06 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Da Nang’s Dragon Bridge, probably our favourite (and without a doubt the most badass) modern structure in Vietnam, received international recognition last week at an award ceremony in Washington DC.
Beautiful Photos of Saigon From Above
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- Published on 06 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Camera-mounted drones are becoming increasingly popular in Saigon, capturing the city’s frenetic energy from the calm skies above.
Vietnam's Taxi-hailing App Market Heating Up
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- Published on 06 May 2014
- Written by Claudia Davaar Lambie.
Vietnam is fast-becoming part of the global apps market. While mobile games like ‘Flappy Bird’ have garnered the most press, more utilitarian apps are becoming popular, especially the taxi-hailing variety.
The Curious Case of Saigon's Vanishing Revolutionary Monuments
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- Published on 06 May 2014
- Written by Tim Doling.
It’s often assumed that it’s only Hồ Chí Minh City’s colonial-era heritage buildings which are under threat. But during the research for his forthcoming book of walking tours, Tim Doling discovered that in recent years, several important revolutionary monuments have also been lost.
Morning News Roundup: VN Prioritizes Solar Energy Development
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- Published on 06 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi Report Strengthening Economic Numbers [Vietnam Briefing]
Vietnam protests China’s illegal operation of drilling rig in Vietnamese waters [Tuoi Tre]
Junior college, university grads struggling to find jobs in Vietnam [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnamese E-Commerce Grew by 314% Last Year
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- Published on 05 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Experts have long forecast strong E-Commerce growth in Vietnam due to a booming internet population, but new statistics from the country’s E-Commerce and Information Technology Agency (VECITA) have surpassed everyone’s expectations.
Fun With Old Maps: Cochinchine (1881)
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- Published on 05 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
In 1858, the French began their conquest of South Vietnam and, by the time this map was created in 1881, the colonialists had consolidated their concessions in the region which stretched from the Mekong Delta through around present day Dong Xoai.
[Slideshow] Amazing Views from The Manor
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- Published on 05 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
The Manor Saigon is a luxury condominium apartment complex consisting of two high-rise 30-storey towers in Binh Thanh District. They are located within the midst of a seemingly endless maze of typical low-rise, high-density buildings surrounded by the few remaining ponds in the area.
[Infographic] Vietnamese Obesity Rate Lowest in Southeast Asia
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- Published on 05 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
According to statistics collected by the World Health Organization in 2011, Vietnamese are the least overweight in SE Asia.
Future Saigon: The One Ho Chi Minh City
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- Published on 05 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
It’s been over a year since the row of old shop houses were torn down across from the Ben Thanh Market bus station to make way for The One Ho Chi Minh City. After a period of relative quiet, it looks like construction of the mega project is back in full swing though we doubt it will be finished by the planned 2015 completion date.
WHO Study: Vietnamese Women Outdrink Russian Men
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- Published on 02 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Well, this is a bit of a shocker. While it’s no secret that Vietnam is one of Asia’s leading beer consumers, according to a recent WHO study, Vietnamese women outdrink Russian men.
Vietnamese Traffic Patterns Explained in One 'Simple' Image
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- Published on 02 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
This image explains Vietnamese traffic patterns better than words ever could.
50 Passengers Bound for HCMC Nearly Flown to Hanoi
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- Published on 02 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
On Wednesday night, 50 passengers flying out of Cam Ranh International Airport bound for HCMC were mistakenly put on a flight to Hanoi. Fortunately, the mistake was discovered by ground services at the last minute.
[Video] Asians Eat Weird Things
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- Published on 02 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
There are many Vietnamese foods that are easy on the Western palate - gà chiến, phởand gỏi cuốn, to name a few, but there are plenty - hột vịt lộn, chân gàand quả sầu riêng - that are a bit tougher to swallow. Some Asian Americans have made a brilliant video, ‘Asians Eat Weird Things’ that celebrate some of the foods Westerners find a bit bizarre.
Bar None: A Look at Vietnam's Growing Chocolate Industry
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- Published on 02 May 2014
- Written by Leigh Ann Chow.
The cacao industry started in Vietnam ten years ago when cacao seeds were planted through a public private partnership led by non-profit ACDI-VOCA and partners including USAID, USDA and Mars Inc. The initiative was based on previous successful programs in Indonesia and the Philippines focused on creating a sustainable cocoa industry.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Faces Heavy Rain this Weekend
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- Published on 02 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam taps Singapore to develop Phu Quoc Island [Thanh Nien]
Hanoi spyware gang steals money from 100,000 cellphone users [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam’s catfish exports to the US still “safe” this year [VietNatNet]
Saigoneer Holiday Throwbacks
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- Published on 01 May 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
We’re taking the day off to recharge our batteries and will return tomorrow. But in the meantime, here are some of our staff’s favorite articles to keep you entertained.
The Labor Swimming Pool: An Exaltation
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- Published on 30 April 2014
- Written by Joe Buckley.
With International Labour Day fast approaching, I’d like to take this opportunity to sing the praises of one of my favourite places in the city: Hồ Bơi Lao Động, also known as the Labour Swimming Pool. Nestled inside of the Labour Culture Palace on Nguyen Thi Minh Khai, and with another entrance on Huyen Tran Cong Chua behind the Reunification Palace, it’s an absolute gem.
Morning News Roundup: Vietnam Traffic Accidents Down in Four Months
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- Published on 30 April 2014
- Written by Saigoneer.
Vietnam shipping firm buys dock at $9mn, original price $2.3mn [Tuoi Tre]
Vietnam needs affordable housing, not investment properties: minister [Thanh Nien]
Vietnam’s public debt may rise to nearly 100% of GDP, experts warn [VietNamNet]
