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Island Breaks Phu Quoc Phu Quoc is the largest island in Vietnam. The economy is centered on fishing, agriculture and a fast-growing tourism sector. Phu Quoc lies off the coast of Cambodia in the Gulf of Thailand. It’s known for its white-sandy beaches and resorts, on the southwest coast. More than half of the island is part of Phu Quoc National Park, which offers visitors plenty of opportunity to explore the dense tropical jungle, hiking trails and wildlife. Duong Dong is the largest town, with day and night markets selling crafts, produce and fish.
10 hours of instruction with two teachers: basics of acroyoga, inversions, therapeutics, etc. Acroyoga is a physical practice which combines yoga, healing arts and acrobatics. Additional Activities include an evening with a bonfire on the beach and a jamsession with guitar music. - limited number of participants - suitable for beginners and intermediates - no previous experience needed - no partner required to sign up
Cham Island The Cham Islands constitute a group of 8 small islands of Quang Nam, which form a part of the Cu Lao Cham Marine Park, a world Biosphere Reserve recognized by UNESCO, in the South East Asia Sea in Vietnam.The islands are approachable from Cua Dai beach.
Until a few years ago, Cham island in central Vietnam was a military zone and off-limits to tourists. Times have changed and the island is now easily accessible by boat from Hoi An. Cham Island is a popular island for diving and there are a few establishments that cater to the visitors needs on the island. A temple worth a visit is Ong Ngu in Bai Lang which is dedicated to the whale and whale shark which were regarded as the oceanic gods until recently.
Phu Quy
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Phu Quy forms the largest island of a range of ten islands 120 km southeast of the Phan Thiet Sea. The group of islets also known as Phu Quy district. Long stretches of white sandy beaches and dense coral reefs this 16.5 km2 has a population of 25 000 people. With its abundant sealife and natural resources, incredible rock formations and temples Phu Quay also boasts a lighthouse, one of only two in the country that run on solar energy. Phu Quay translated - “rich and precious” is very aptly named.
Ly Son Island is the Garlic Kingdom of Vietnam. Despite its small size the island grows a considerable amount of red and white garlic. White garlic even is often referred to as the pearl of Vietnam. The compact island is full of ancient temples, beautiful mountains and beaches. The nearest major city to the island is Quang Ngai, which is just over 100 km from Danang. There are more than 50 ancient pagodas, temples and shrines to be seen on this tiny island.
Temple of Literature
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The Brazilian Football School, established in Vietnam in April 2015 is now bringing soccer clinics to the Tay Ho area. The clinic will have an introductionary workshop on the 9th of February where boys and girls from 8 to 14 years old can attend free of charge to experience the activities the program has to offer. It is no accident that Brazil is home to a lot of famous soccer players like Ronaldo, Romario, Ronaldinho Gaucho, Zico, Garrincha... and the greatest of them all, Pele - the highest scoring player in history, with 1279 goals. He was decisive in winning three World Cups for Brazil: in 1958, 1962, and 1970. Ronaldo, nicknamed Fenomeno, also made history in winning the World Cups of 1994 and 2002. In 2002, he scored the two winning goals in the final match. Players like these spent time as any other group of boys and girls playing an informal soccer game, or “pelada” on back streets, city lots, beaches, futsal courts, and grassy fields of Brazil, in which players develop amazing skills admired by millions of people around the world. With Fla Souza and Edu Peixoto leading the clinics, both football professionals from Brazil, the students have an incredible opportunity to learn from the best.
58 Quoc Tu Giam,Van Mieu, Hanoi
Founded in 1070 by Emperor Ly Thanh Tong, the Temple of Literature is dedicated to Confucius (Khong Tu). Inside you’ll find a pond known as the ‘Well of Heavenly Clarity’, a low-slung pagoda and statues of Confucius and his disciples. A rare example of well-preserved traditional Vietnamese architecture, the complex honors Vietnam’s finest scholars and men of literary accomplishment. It is the site of Vietnam’s first university, established in 1076, when entrance was only granted to those of noble birth.
Fabulous Football
As the football school grew, the realization that there were far too many students desperate to play but without the financial means was a evident. Fla and Edu along with a few Vietnamese coaches help set up clubs to assist these kids voluntarily. They now have just under 100 students on this program with the most amazing results.
Ly Son Island - source: dulichdanang.vn
Although the Brazilian Football School set out to teach soccer, soon Pauliny, wife of Edu Peixoto realized that there was a desperate need for students to learn English. At first she started an English club in 2014 from her home on Saturday afternoons, she now supports over 150 children in rural areas as well where they have rented a house to support the teaching in the area which now includes adults. Pauliny was ecstatic when she heard one of her first students, Linh (11years), one of only two students selected, was awarded a scholarship based on her English. “This has made it so rewarding “ says Pauliny. With your financial help, the Brazilian Football School will continue to give young students in the Hanoi community an opportunity to play soccer and develop important characteristics that will help them through their young life and beyond. There are several ways to assist. Please contact Pauliny Peixoto or Miriam Souza at bfshanoi@gmail.com or telephonically 0947531578 or tak a look at the website brazilfootball.vn