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Winter 2015

Homeland

Fruits and vegetables in the local market i

I was born and raised in one of the most beautiful cities of Vietnam, Phan Thiet. It is the capital of Binh Thuan province. There are many places for you to enjoy on a stressful and a tiring day. Phan Thiet has a lot of beautiful nature and resources that is really famous in the world. It has beautiful beaches that I went to when I was young. I have been in Canada now but every time I go back, I always go to those beaches. I like to swim there because the water is so clear that you can even see your own feet through the water. Sometimes you can also see little fish swimming around you. In Phan Thiet there is one ward called Mui Ne which is a famous part of beaches and resorts. The resorts are really beautiful and relaxing. At this ward they have red and white sand dunes that is a natural resource. I remember I was there a few times when I was young. Every time I went there, I always climbed up the hill and then slid down on a piece of cardboard. It was really fun. Did you know the red sand dunes changed from yellow to red or even orange by wind and sunlight? Now a lot of travelers come here and drive cars such as Jeeps up the red sand dunes and take pictures.

Phan Thiet Market is the biggest market in Binh Thuan province. If you travel to my city and do not know where to find things or foods, don't forget to go to this market. You can find fresh fruits, Phan Thiet special foods, household items and fresh seafoods. I still remember when I was little, my mom and dad took me there to buy clothes to get ready for New Year. My mom also bought some dessert, snack and decoration for the new year. I never knew until now that my city is the first place to grow dragon fruit in Vietnam since 1975. It surprised me when I heard it.

I have been away from my hometown for many years, but I never forget special delicious foods and feeling of my hometown. Things change every year, but I hope when I go back, it will be the same as before. Do you want to travel to my hometown one day?