I find myself missing the warmth and vibrancy of my country more than ever as winter looms closer. When I stumbled upon a collection of photos from a road trip I took in Vietnam about 2 years ago, memories flooded back and reminded me of the incredible experiences I had during that trip with my friend @crazy-bee.
One of the special province we visited called "Quy Nhon" which is nestled along the southeastern coast of Vietnam. For me, Quy Nhon is a sunny and windy coastal city that never fails to captivate me with its charming scenery and friendly locals.
We stopped there to visit a friend and also saw the sights. It was during Christmas in 2021, and it was still very hot.
Here are some pictures I found on my phone taken at one of the popular destination in the province. It's called Banh it tower which is a historical and cultural monument holding significant value to the local community. At the time, I struggled to find enough words to describe its beauty in term of history and architecture. However, as I looked back at the photos, I realized just how magical and enchanting this place truly was.
You may confuse as Banh it in Vietnamese is a name of the local specility (made sticky rice flour filled with the meat and mushroom mixture). Its name is not just a casual title, but rather it is deeply rooted in Quy Nhon's traditional values.
Thank you to our tour guide friend, we acknowledged that the tower was built by the Champa Kingdom during their reign in Central Vietnam between the 11th and 12th centuries. Banh It Tower is a remarkable example of Cham architectural style that has stood the test of time. Nowadays, it serves as a reminder of the rich history and heritage of this region, which has been preserved through generations despite the challenges faced over time.
I highly recommend you to check out the article from @crazy-bee here. He did a great job writing this historical tower.
Another sweet memory that is etched in my mind about Quy Nhon was the day we spent living by the sea, and had the opportunity to meet with a local fisherman's family and their charming children. It was a sweet seaside memories and A day Full of Happiness: Sea- Life- Children.
Such a sweet memory of my time here !!
