A variation of stilt-houses unique to the Central Highlands, a Rong house is a spacious gathering point in each village. As villagers contribute to its construction and upkeep, significant value is ...

Visiting the Xo Dang ethnic minority group in the Central Highlands, tourists are most impressed by a huge Rong house built in the center of the village. It’s the sacred venue of all villagers.

While the rest of the world was going gaga (not Lady Gaga) over the movie The Avengers, I was busy playing the part of superhero for some kids in a village in Vietnam. Most of these villages are known ...