Cu Chi Tunnels

Built by the Viet Cong in the 1940s as a defense against French air raids during the Indochina conflict, the Cu Chi Tunnels stretch over 155 miles (250 kilometers) beneath the ground near Ho Chi Minh City. This intricate network of tunnels played a crucial role during the Vietnam War, providing essential access and strategic control over the surrounding rural areas. Today, visitors can explore these narrow, subterranean passages and gain a vivid understanding of the challenging conditions faced by those who lived and fought within them.