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Vietnam's historic and chaotic capital is a frenzied fusion of French colonial architecture, delectable cuisine, colourful markets and a labyrinth of old world streets all jostling for space and attention.
“The beauty of Hanoi is watching everyday life played out on the streets: Open-air hair salons, roadside food stalls and whole families perched on doorsteps drinking coffee. It makes Vietnamese culture feel both vibrant and instantly accessible!”
Many Vietnamese journeys begin here, in Hanoi, a city of lakes and distinct districts that reflect the diverse influences that have shaped the city over the centuries. Admire the faded glory of the architecture and wide boulevards of the French Quarter, or delve into the cafes, markets, trinket shops and art galleries of the narrow Old Quarter lanes. At first glance the never-ending flow of motorbike traffic can feel intimidating, but you'll soon realise that happy-go-lucky Hanoians are not in a rush, so grab an iced coffee from a streetside stall and watch Vietnamese life unfold around you.
Hanoi is home to many of the country's most iconic sites, including the complex that houses the Stalinist mausoleum to Ho Chi Minh, father of the modern Vietnamese state, the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh's more humble private residence. The Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university constructed in 1070, boasts lovely gardens and well-preserved architecture. You may also like to stop in at one of the city's excellent museums - the recently-opened Ethnology Museum, where Vietnam's diverse minority cultures are explained in a thoughtful and hands-on manner, and the Women's Museum are both highly recommended.
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