Again, while transiting the river to Saigon (Ho Ci Minh City), there are always lots of interesting things to watch. And the local boats are always so colorful. Here we have a couple of boats tied up to each other. This is often done while they stop for the night. The boats swing upstream or downstream, depending of the tide. Yes, it is a tidal … Continue reading Rendezvous in the river…..
This picture was taken while we transited up the Saigon river towards Saigon, or Ho Chi Minh City as it is the official name. While looking at the riverbanks, I notice this church. I knew from before there are a lot of Christians in Vietnam, due to their history of being a French colony. Suddenly became aware of the church spires, and the symbol on … Continue reading A first time see…
Remember when we sailed up this river, using 3-4 hours. Starting around 5 AM. All the twist and turns as the river snakes and bends? Then it turns out it is still another hour before we are there. Again, because of the river is not straight up and down.😁 rgds Sailor Kai Ståle Ødegård Continue reading Up Saigon river….
