Cambodia 100 years ago: appearance, behavior, dress
The origin of the Cambodians is not exactly known, but it is generally assumed that…More
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Vietnam 100 years ago: typical appearance, behavior, dress
The Annamite is generally of small stature (average height, 5 ft. 2 in.), but well…More
Vietnam 100 years ago: all back home to celebrate Tet
The best regulated European household is devoid of servants during the Tet: for no member…More
Vietnam 100 years ago: Tet lunar New year
The Tet is the greatest fete in the calendar; it is the Annamese New Year.…More
Vietnam: legend of the areca nut and betel leaf
Two twin-brothers were they, of equal beauty. Both had the same slender frame, the same…More
Vietnam 100 years ago: lifestyle in old Saigon
Most Eastern towns have a certain similarity, but Saigon remains unique. It is essentially French.…More
Vietnam 100 years ago: passion for gambling
Gambling is the greatest defect of the Annamese character; they seldom drink, nor are they…More
Thailand 100 years ago: history of old quarters of Bangkok
Prior to 1769, Bangkok was an unimportant place near which stoocj one of the forts…More
Thailand 100 years ago: monks beg for breakfast
In the early morning the big bell of the monastery calls the monk to rise…More
Thailand 100 years ago: monks in the yellow robe
Siam has been called the “Kingdom of the Yellow Robe,” on account of the presence…More