Vietnam's Cu Chi Tunnels

Cu Chi Tunnels is a tunnel that lasted nearly 195 kilometers, were built during the war against America. Located on the outskirts of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Cu Chi Tunnels is not only a popular tourist destination but also as one of the most exotic buildings in Vietnam.

 The Cu Chi Tunnels had been built around since the 1940s. It is a importance land geographical for Vietnam War.

The Vietnamese  have used thorough knowledge of the lay of the land to were able to build an intricate underground network with the thick, green jungle known as the Cu Chi tunnels and it became one of the greatest assets of the Vietnamese troops.

At peak of the war, the tunnels could protect entire villages, function as makeshift hospitals, and serve as deft command centers. Today, sections have been restored into war memorials, offering an intriguing look at one of the world's most deadliest of conflicts.

 Claustrophobic Spaces

The Cu Chi Tunnels had been built  around since the 1940s and it was developed much than by the fierce battle in the early 60s. Very narrow, they were built quickly and efficiently without much room for comfort. This led to the nickname "tunnel rats" because they literally had to crouch or crawl through the small, cave-like spaces. Today, local guides are available to take you through sections of the underground network to demonstrate how civilians and military personnel moved about.

 Play Peek-a-Boo

At its prime, the network of Cu Chi tunnels stretched from the South Vietnam capital of Ho Chi Minh all the way to the Cambodian border. Small sewer-like openings were placed strategically throughout the dense jungle so soldiers could get in and out. These were concealed with dirt and leaves to check if the coast was clear before exiting. More hands on tours allow travelers to try squeezing through the narrow openings, but don't feel be discouraged if you don't fit -- the Vietnamese are known for their small stature.

 Do not just visit the ruins, visitors can participate in recreational shooting, enjoy special dishes at the restaurant of Cu Chi Tunnels Cu Chi with a cool scene, the romantic Saigon River.

 Leaving the Cu Chi tunnels, make sure in your heart will sink a lot of emotion. That's admiration intelligence, flexibility and creativity of people when designing the Cu Chi tunnel system, the excitement when the team made a note, and it's been shooting more is tilt your emotion when remembering the heroes who fell for independence and freedom today.

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