Useless info

  • Vietnam is the second biggest producer of coffee in the world, just behind Brazil.
  • Tet officially goes for three days but it is up to the family to decide how long they want off. It's not uncommon for most people to have up to 10 days off.
  • Vietnam is home to the world's cheapest beer "Beer Hoi"
  • The name "Vietnam" means "Ascending Dragon"
  • When a family member dies, the remaining family will put up a blue tent 49 days later. Family and friends will then come to mourn him & celebrate his life.
  • Ho Chi Minh was one of the most famous freedom fighters for Vietnam. He is referred to by the Vietnamese as "Uncle Ho".
  • Vietnam's official name is "The Socialist Republic of Vietnam".
  • Even though they are a Socialist country. Vietnam has a communist government.