The drive from Hoi An and Hue was very scenic. The temperature was slightly cooler from other provinces we stayed.
Pictures of rice fields and mountains.
I think that eco-tourism is a wonderful concept. Eco-tourism by definition means creating responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and improves the well-being of local people.
However, just pass the billboard that promotes eco-tourism, I see this. As we continue to drive I see more areas like this with machines digging and cutting slabs of land. Seeing something like this really stirs up all kinds of emotions. At first I thought it's was funny because this is the total opposite of eco-tourism but then I feel kinda angry, kinda sad and a little disappointed inside.
We motorbiked it to our friends house. We inter-weaved into traffic, dodging oncoming bikes left and right. The worst was driving through the a round-about in the city. I held my breath every time this happened because I was scared shitless.
A quick pic of the perfume river in Hue.
We motorbiked it to our friends house. We inter-weaved into traffic, dodging oncoming bikes left and right. The worst was driving through the a round-about in the city. I held my breath every time this happened because I was scared shitless.
When we arrived, preparations were being prepared for the ceremony and feast. Like other cultures of the world, festivals and events in Vietnam was dedicated to something or someone. Today was a day to honor and respect our friend's ancestors.
This hanger for helmets is totally cool.
Everyone takes turn to bow in front of an alter to show respect for the deceased.
Outside, paper money is being burnt.
And then everyone gathers around the tables for a feast. Quite a few dishes were brought in. Food was served with Huda beer and orange Fanta drinks.
Our starter was a salad.
It was made with so many things including mint, papaya, shrimp and peanuts.
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