TheGreat Holy See Temple, built in 1926, is considered o¬ne of the moststriking structures in all of south-east Asia. It is the centre ofCaodaism, a religion that blends Buddhism, Christianity andConfucianism. Explore this fascinating site and attend the colorfulnoon-day mass held by the Cao Dai followers. It is an experience not tobe missed. After lunch, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels.

Located60km from Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi is now considered a heroic districtfor its role during the American war in Vietnam. It is legendary forits network of tunnels, which extends over 220km, and is a populardestination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors.

Today,Cu Chi is a tranquil place of rice paddy fields with ducks and waterbuffalos bathing in the rivers alongside the road. But this peacefulrural scene belies the terrible destruction and defoliation caused bybombing and mines when Cu Chi was a "Free Target Zone". Cu Chi stillcontains plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place hereand all over this area you will find the remnants of war.