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6 5 The Vietnamese flag consists of a golden star with five points. The five points represent farmers, workers, intellectuals, youth and soldiers. The red background pays tribute to the bloodshed during the wars. 7 The pagoda was designed as a place of worship, usually Buddhism. Hoi An is an ancient city and was once a major port. 8 Cuisine is well known for its balance of the five Asian elements: spicy, salty, bitter, sweet and sour. 9 Vietnam owns about 20% of the coffee market share and is the second largest producer of coffee. 10 Elephant rides are a popular attraction for locals and tourists. 67