Explore Ho Chi Minh: Best Places to Visit and Local Experiences

A city that dramatically diverges from the ideals of socialism
Red-light districts flourish unchecked
It stands in stark contrast to the more conservative Hanoi
Yet, it was here that I savored the most authentic and budget-friendly French cuisine
A true reflection of its history as a former French colony
The city’s aesthetics are largely superficial
What you see in photographs is often the best it has to offer
Overall, it feels at least two decades behind China in development
In the end, I remain puzzled by the hype surrounding Vietnam