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Culture
Vietnam’s rich sure know how to flaunt their wealth. While we know all about their fancy villas and luxury cars, VietNamNet recently took a closer look at some of the lesser known, extravagant items that are high on their wish list.
![[Video] Incredible Timelapse: Saigon to Sapa](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/28LxRjkb.jpg)
Music & Arts
While there have been numerous timelapse videos made in Saigon , we’ve never seen one that captures Vietnam from north to south. Until now.
Vietnam
Vietnam free call app seeks to take down Viber [Thanh Nien] CPI up in Ha Noi, down in City [SGGP] Ageing population poses challenges to Vietnam: seminar [Vietnam Plus]
Culture
If you like biking and beer this event is for you. This 15km ride, meant to celebrate the joy of cycling, kicks off at the Bike Shop in District 2 and anyone over the age of 12 is encouraged to ride (since it’s nighttime and the ride takes place on bust streets, it is not recommended that younger riders participate).
![[Slideshow] Views of Hanoi's Lakes from Above](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/tLEiIwmb.jpg)
Travel
We’re all about Saigon pride, but Hanoi definitely has us beat in one category – lakes.
Saigon
Continuing its international tour, the world’s largest inflatable duck will be making its way to Saigon this month.
![[Video] Twerking and K-Pop: Making Classical Music Cool Again, Kinda. (NSFW)](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/DsoUYFMb.jpg)
Culture
Leave it to the Koreans to employ Miley Cyrus’ favorite dance move, twerking, as the basis of choreography set to classical music.
Vietnam
After the Ministry of Finance approved a 1% rise in fuel prices yesterday, the cost of gasoline has reached a record high, according to Thanh Nien .
![[Slideshow] Changes Over Time: How Saigon's Skyline has Evolved Since 2003](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/V4441Rzb.jpg)
Development
The 33 storey Saigon Trade Center was completed in 1997 and was the tallest building in Vietnam until the erection of the Bitexco Financial Tower in 2010. On the roof terrace of the building, there was once a coffee shop but it was shuttered long ago.
Vietnam
First Floating School In Vietnam Begins Operation [Bernama] Vietnam gov’t wants to raise retirement age [Thanh Nien] Vietnam's Pharmaceutical Market is Among the Fastest Growing in Southeast Asia [Market Watch] Vietnam seeks ways for overseas nationals to maintain nationality [VietNamNet]
Music & Arts
According to an industry source, Dutch DJ Afrojack, #7 on Forbes ’ 2013 ‘The World’s Highest Paid DJs List’ and #9 on DJMag ’s “Top 100 DJs” will be playing a massive show in Saigon this June. He would be one of the highest profile DJ to ever play Vietnam.
Saigon
A time-honoured landmark on the Saigon riverfront, the Signal Mast (mât des signaux in French, Cột cờ thủ ngữ in Vietnamese) was recently refurbished as the centrepiece of the Saigon riverside park.
Travel
Last week we heard rumors that Hoi An has started to charge a $6 entry fee to tourists seeking to enter the city's old town. According to Kenh14 , what we feared has become a reality - Hoi An is now a ghost town.
Environment
Both HCMC and Rotterdam are port cities near a coast, surrounded by a river delta that is being affected by climate change with rising sea levels and an increase in severe storms. The two cities have come together in an unexpected partnership with the cities exchanging ideas on development and implementation of a climate adaptation plan for rising sea levels, increases in extreme rainfall, salinization levels and groundwater issues.
Food Culture
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Ignacio Arzuaga, from Bodegas Arzuaga Navarro, who came to Vietnam to share information about his winery and wines which are now available locally.
Saigon
Cho Lon is one of Saigon’s oldest and most interesting neighborhoods. Spanning much of Districts 5 and 6, this predominantly Chinese area has been an integral part of Saigon’s economy since its establishment in 1778. When Cho Lon was incorporated as a city in 1879, it lay 11km from Saigon.
Vietnam
Dien Bien Phu feature lights up screens [VNS] Hanoi to ban vehicles in busy Hoan Kiem streets [DTI] Lax management gives rise to fake firms and budget losses: Official [DTI]
Heritage
Due to the popularity of of our previous edition of "Blasts From the Past: 10 Things That No Longer Exist in Saigon," we've put together a fresh set of photos for your reflective pleasure.
Culture
Late Saturday afternoon a quiet suburban area in Phu My Hung, District 7 was transformed into a rainbow of colour. An astounding 6,850 (aprox.) runners descended onto the outside arena near the Saigon Exhibition and Convention Center, gearing up for a 5km run or, more fittingly, for a stroll. The runners arrived around 3pm hydrating themselves with plenty of water and Bia 333.
Arts & Culture
From the organizer: Do you appreciate chill songs? Do you enjoy a night out with free live music? Don't miss out on the best Acoustic night in Saigon.
Vietnam
The fish that attacked a Russian tourist in waters off Nha Trang lat week has been identified, according to Thanh Nien .
![[Video] Monk Uses Impressive Meditation Skills to Ride Bike Without Hands](https://media.urbanistnetwork.com/saigoneer/article-images/legacy/AIBufYub.jpg)
Culture
Since we’re unable to ride a bike with no hands in even the best road conditions, the thought of doing so on Vietnam’s unevenly paved streets strikes fear into our hearts. But when you are one with your bicycle like this monk, it seems like an easy task.
Vietnam
A new draft decree from the Transport Ministry would require all taxis in Vietnam to be equipped with black boxes and receipt printers in an effort to curb taxi scams in Vietnam, reports Thanh Nien .
Vietnam
Vietnam lawmakers debate allowing residents to gamble at home [Tuoi Tre] Vietnam parking lots like matchboxes ready to go ablaze [Thanh Nien] 7 Die in Shooting at China-Vietnam Border [AP]
