Saigon is a fascinating, vibrant and youthful city, but it’s not one that’s full of must-see tourist sights. To experience the best of Saigon, focus on its minutiae; the little details of this big city.

Stretching from the incredible rice fields in the North to the bustle of the Mekong Delta in the South, Vietnam has a lot to offer. Here we list an updated guide that highlights historical and modern beauty of Vietnam which cannot be missed.

While it’s hard to ignore the modernity that has engulfed Vietnam’s commercial capital, there are pockets that still celebrate Ho Chi Minh City’s complicated, yet magnificent, history.

These foods are not for the faint-hearted; they are meant to challenge your perception of food and offer you a glimpse of diverse local cultures, traditions and beliefs. After all, what’s “weird” to you may be another man’s prized delicacy.