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Vietnam Official Facts
- Official Language: Vietnamese
- Population: 84,000,000
- Currency: Vietnam Dong, VND
- Major Religions:
Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism - Major Exports:
Crude petroleum, gold, furniture, crustaceans
Weather in Vietnam
Most of Vietnam has a humid, tropical climate, characterized by monsoons. Summers are very hot with plenty of rain, while winters are cold and relatively dry.
Teaching Abroad in Vietnam Overview:
Even with a turbulent history, the Vietnamese people have a reason to smile. The country's economy is booming, the beaches are perfect, and few nations have been able to rebound as successfully as Vietnam. With all these good things, teachers eager to work in the, "next big location" are coming in large numbers to learn more about this unique culture and relax in style. Rent a bicycle and take the ride of your life through the streets of Ho Chi Minh city or choose a suit for yourself and have it tailor-made in the city of Hoi An within a couple of hours. It's a wonderful life in Vietnam made even better by the instructors working in the various language schools. Dep qua, phai khong! (Beautiful, isn't it?)
Interesting Facts About Vietnam
- Avoiding eye contact is considered respectful when talking to senior Vietnamese citizens.
- Vietnam is the largest exporter of cashews in the world, as well as the second largest exporter of rice and coffee.
- In the 1990s, English surpassed French and Russian as the second most popular language in Vietnam.
- Denying compliments is considered polite and equivalent to saying "thank you" in a humble and appropriate manner.
Highlights of Working Abroad in Vietnam
- Visit the remaining temples and sanctuaries of the ancient citadel of Hoa Lu. Surrounded by limestone peaks, this area is considered the most beautiful location in Vietnam.
- Explore the magnificent Mekong Delta and gain insight into this rural lifestyle as a traditional sampan vessel transports you along this historic waterway.
- Take a leisurely sightseeing cruise of the World Heritage-listed natural wonderland where you will discover hidden beaches, bountiful architectural peaks and floating fishing villages.
- Experience the culture of this fascinating country by understanding the food. Enjoy a guided tour through the market and discover exotic ingredients and fine spices.
Festivals in Vietnam
Tet - The Vietnamese Lunar New Year
Tet - The Vietnamese Lunar New Year, is by far the most important event, and equivalent of Christmas, New Years and the Fourth of July combined into one. Vietnamese people return home to be with their families, even from abroad. A traditional practice during Tet is the distribution of red envelopes filled with "lucky money." The red envelopes symbolize wealth and fortune. Senior members of the family commonly give out these envelopes to younger relatives, along with sage advice and words of encouragements in their studies. On the last day of the ending year households usually plant a bamboo stalk in the courtyard, which is then decorated with bells, red streamers, and flowers. These are not used for decorative purposes but more to ward off evil spirits.
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