Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon, boasts a thriving street food culture deeply intertwined with Vietnamese traditions.
Highlights include bánh mì, a French-inspired baguette filled with pork, pate, pickled vegetables, and herbs; phở, a fragrant noodle soup with beef or chicken topped with fresh herbs; and gỏi cuốn, fresh spring rolls wrapped in rice paper with shrimp, pork, and vegetables. Visit Bến Thành Market or Nguyen Van Binh Street for an authentic culinary adventure.
From towering mountains and ancient forests to breathtaking canyons and coastal views, these parks showcase the country’s natural beauty. Here’s a list of 10 national parks that everyone should experience at least once, each offering a unique encounter with the beauty of the American wilderness.