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Haiphong
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Overview
Northern Vietnam's most appealing city has a distinctly laid-back air with its tree-lined boulevards host to a bundle of colonial-era buildings. Caffeine-aficionado heaven, the central area buzzes with dinky cafes where tables spill out onto the pavements 鈥 perfect for people watching.
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Haiphong鈥檚 elegant Roman Catholic cathedral was built in the 19th century and comprehensively restored in 2010. The building鈥檚 grey towers are a local鈥
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With a facade embellished with white columns, Haiphong鈥檚 neoclassical Opera House dates from 1904. It's usually not possible to view the interior, but鈥
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In a splendid colonial building, this small museum concentrates on the city's history, with English translations on displays. The front hall's taxidermy鈥
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Du Hang Pagoda was founded three centuries ago. It鈥檚 been rebuilt several times, but remains a fine example of traditional Vietnamese architecture and鈥
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