Is it a village or a city? That’s the question you might ask yourself as you stand before Tan Thanh Tay Commune. Officially, Tan Thanh Tay Commune, part of Ho Chi Minh City’s Cu Chi District, is categorized as rural. But with a population nearing 17,000 nestled within its 11.48 square kilometers, it hums with a lively energy that blurs the lines. In 2009, the recorded population was just over 10,800, indicating Tan Thanh Tay Commune’s growth over the past decade. This growth speaks to the changing face of Vietnam, where rural communities are becoming increasingly integrated with urban centers.
Hàm Luông River
The gentle rocking of a sampan on the water. This is the Hàm Luông River. A vital artery coursing through