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What to Do ?
Cu Chi Tunnels: The
Cu Chi Tunnels are an impressive network of tunnels with a length
of over 250 km. This strategic place was used by 15,000 Viet Cong fighters during
the war. This main axis system has many branches connecting to underground hideouts,
shelters, and entrances to other tunnels. The tunnels are between 0.5 to 1 m wide,
just enough space for a person to walk along by bending or dragging. However, parts
of the tunnels have been modified to accommodate visitors. The upper soil layer
is between 3 to 4 m thick and can support the weight of a 50-ton tank and the damage
of light cannons and bombs. The underground network provided sleeping quarters,
meeting rooms, hospitals, and other social rooms.
Today visitors can watch the movie
of the war time, have time to inspect the tunnel site, visit the gates, traps, underground
hospitals, worships, dine on steamed manioc, pressed rice with sesame and salt and
have better understanding how life is going under the ground.
Travel Tips:
Not much to prepare for the trip except a hat, a bottle of mineral water and comfortable
walking shoes.
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