Last weekend was a very important time for Vietnamese Buddhists. Normally on the 14th, 15th and/or 16th Lunar January, Vietnamese worshippers go to the pagodas to offer prayers for good luck for the new lunar year. I took some pictures from a visit to a pagoda in the Phu Nhuan District last weekend. (Entrance) (School children visiting the pagoda) (Leading the … [Read more...] about 15th Lunar January Month in Saigon
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ATMs everywhere in Saigon
Amazing what a year makes. ATMs are everywhere in Saigon. I can even find HSBC ATMs all over Saigon now saving me a bundle in ATM fees ($40/month). There are three convenient locations that I can use regularly now. My favorite location being Pham Ngu Lao. Below is ANZ's ATM near the corner of Dien Bien Phu and Le Quy Don in District 3. … [Read more...] about ATMs everywhere in Saigon
Cafe May – Saigon Best Coffee Shop
I visited another good coffee shop today, Cafe May. Surprisingly, it is near my house. If you like a decor with a fushion of Vietnamese and French interior designing, come to Cafe May. It was quite pleasant and relaxing. I had a cafe sua da which was pretty good. My only complaint was that it was too cold. The air conditioner was blowing the cold air right at me … [Read more...] about Cafe May – Saigon Best Coffee Shop
Tet rush at Saigon Big C
I made a small mistake at lunch time today. I decided to buy my cleaning equipment at the Phu Nhuan Big C today. I regretted it afterwards. It has been a long time since I experienced long lines in Vietnam. Normally I chose Big C to avoid these lines. Today what I saw in the lines shocked me. One elderly man had 3, yes 3, full carts. He was in front of me. I think it … [Read more...] about Tet rush at Saigon Big C
Coto furniture store in Saigon
Here is a nice furniture and home accessory store in Saigon. Coto is located in District 3 not far from the intersection of NKKN and Vo Thi Sau streets. My friend dropped by to pick up a desk lamp and glasses. I may buy a sofa and chair from there in the future. Coto makes most of their home accessories and furniture. … [Read more...] about Coto furniture store in Saigon