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discover the country, culture and people
Jane Hinchey.
31 pages
colour illustrations, maps.
Contents: Meet the neighbour: Vietnam -- Map of Vietnam -- Snapshot -- People -- Government -- Daily life -- Geography and climate -- History -- The Vietnam War -- After the Vietnam War -- Arts and crafts -- Religion and beliefs -- Transport -- Tourism and major sites -- Vietnam War tourism -- Notable people -- Notable Australian Vietnamese -- Agriculture and industry -- Religious holidays and festivals -- Flags, symbols and emblems.
Summary: Vietnam has a long and painful history of conflict but is emerging today as a modern country and a top tourist destination. Find out what life is like in Vietnam. Discover Vietnam's ethnic diversity and how people live, work and play. Meet some of the Vietnam's most notable people and the events that shaped this fascinating country. (Publisher)
Australia's neighbours.