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Hanoi: Exploring A Thousand Year Old Vietnam
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influencesHanoi is Vietnam's art capital. The elegant Fine Arts Museum houses the country's foremost collection, such as ancient Cham artifacts and impressionist pieces. For something more contemporary, head for Manzi or the Vietnam Art Gallery.

Tran Quoc Pagoda,regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years.
Located on a small peninsula on the East side of Hanoi West Lake, Tran Quoc Pagoda is regarded as the most ancient pagoda in Hanoi with its history line dating back to more than 1,500 years. The architecture of this Buddhist center is a subtle combination between the solemn and beautiful landscape on the peaceful and quiet ambiance of West Lake’s surface

Ba Dinh Square, the venue where Ho Chi Minh proclaimed the Declaration of Independence Day of Vietnam
Ba Dinh Square was chosen to be the venue for the Declaration of Independence ceremony. September 02, 1945 was one of the most important days in Vietnamese history. President Ho Chi Minh, on behalf of the Provisional Government, proclaimed the Declaration of Independence at Ba Dinh Square.

Have a sightseeing to the Presidential Palace of Vietnam
The Presidential Palace of Vietnam, located in the city of Hanoi, currently is the official residence of the President of Vietnam. Before 1954, it was named the Palace of Governors-general of Indochina. The Presidential Palace is a part of the Presidential Palace Historical Site complex, where President Ho Chi Minh lived and worked between December 19, 1954 and September 2, 1969. Recognized as a special national relic site, the complex is likened to a museum featuring the life of President Ho.

A visit to Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum in Hanoi can serve as a way to understand Vietnam's history, values and culture.
Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is located in the middle of Ba Dinh Square, where President Ho Chi Minh used to preside over rallies.It is a mausoleum which serves as the resting place of Vietnamese revolutionary leader and President Ho Chi Minh in Hanoi, Vietnam.Inside Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is a room covered with marble. Here, President Ho Chi Minh's body is placed in a glass box, on a bed placed on a stone pedestal. There are always 4 soldiers standing guard inside the room.

One Pillar Pagoda: A Mini Guide To Experience Absolute Calmness In Hanoi
The One Pillar Pagoda, formally belongs to an architecture complex called Diên H?u t? which means Extend Bless pagoda. The pagoda is a historic Buddhist temple in the central Ba ?ình district, Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. It is also referred as Chua Mot Cot, Dien Huu or Lien Hoa Dai is famous for its impressive architecture and historical values. The shape of pagoda is said to present a lotus flower growing out of water and related to the nice legend of Ly King.

Hanoi Old Gate, the very last of the 16 city gates standing at Hanoi.
Quan Chuong, better known as the old east gate of the city of Hanoi, is the very last of the 16 city gates standing today. It was once the entry point to the ancient walled city that had been secured at the eastern end by this gate. It is the gateway to the Old Quarter of the city. It has been recognized as a historical site, having guarded the city from the ancient era that saw the advent and fall of the Nguyen Dynasty to the present times.

Phung Hung Street: Breath Taking Artwork of Hanoi Vietnam
A long stretch of murals, each one within one of the arches under the train tracks along Phung Hung Street. It is one of the best things to see in Hanoi! Come see this unique Vietnam artwork in the famous Hoan Kiem District.

Hanoi Train Street- Doorstep railway at Old Quarter Hanoi
The Hanoi Train Street is one of the most famous and adventurous tourist spots in Hanoi. It’s a tiny narrow street hidden in one of the back streets of Hanoi and surrounded by high narrow houses packed closely together. These families’ backyards are the railways where the train passes a few times per day.

Experience the peaceful beauty in the vibrant and crowded city of Vietnam at Hoan Kiem Lake
Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi also known as “Sword Lake,” is a freshwater lake in the center of Hanoi. It is famous for its peaceful beauty, its cultural as well as historical values. Located right in the center of the capital of Vietnam, Hoan Kiem Lake Hanoi is famous for its peaceful beauty, its cultural as well as historical values. Many beautiful words are used to describe the beauty of the lake such as picturesque, magnificent, dreamy, mysterious

Ngoc Son Temple: A sacred site in the heart of Hanoi
Ngoc Son Temple (Jade Mountain Temple) was erected in the 19th century in commemoration of Tran Hung Dao, the greatest military commander of the Tran Dynasty. With his military brilliance, Tran Hung Dao led the Vietnamese Army to several victories over the Yuan Dynasty in the 13th century.It worships Van Xuong De Quan (Wenchang Dijun), a Taoist deity that brings happiness and wealth to scholars.

Visit the brightly painted in red Huc bridge and click some memorable pictures with it in the backdrop.
Located in the heart of Hanoi, the Huc Bridge traverses the Hoan Kiem Lake to connect to the Ngoc Son Temple on the other side. Brightly painted in red, the bridge is an iconic architectural wonder in Hanoi. The best time to see this bridge is perhaps at night-time, when you can watch the vibrantly-lit bridge across the bank and click some memorable pictures with it in the backdrop.

The Saint Joseph Church brings an ancient and peaceful beauty inside bustling Hanoi
St. Joseph's Cathedral is a Catholic church on Nhà Chung Street, in the Hoàn Ki?m District of Hanoi, Vietnam. It is a late 19th-century Gothic Revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Hanoi. The cathedral is named after Joseph, the patron saint of Vietnam.

Relax yourself and set to Hanoi Grand Opera House, the cultural center for French and Vietnamese Elite
The Hanoi Opera House, or the Grand Opera House is an opera house in central Hanoi, Vietnam. It was erected by the French colonial administration between 1901 and 1911. Standing with times over 100 years, Hanoi Opera House has become a witness of Hanoi's history. This historic building hosts to shows by many of cultural entertaining performances, contemporary dance, bamboo cirque, orchestra concerts and government events.

Looking for bargain souvenirs and food stalls? It's just around Hanoi Old Quarter, check it out!
The Old Quarter in Hanoi is an intriguing neighbourhood, home to a mix of Vietnamese architecture, green spaces, ancient shops and fresh-as-it-gets street food — all of it easily explored on foot.The Old Quarter’s narrow streets are packed with family-owned shops selling silks, stuffed toys, artwork, embroidery, food, coffee, watches, and silk ties. There are plenty of great bargains to be had in the Old Quarter: you simply need to haggle the price down

Taste this native cuisine called Pho, a noodle in beef or chicken broth.
Pho is a Vietnamese soup consisting of bone broth, rice noodles, and thinly sliced meat (usually beef). It may also be served with bean sprouts, fresh herbs, limes, chiles, and other garnishes. The origins of pho are a bit murky, but it is generally believed to have originated in early 20th century northern Vietnam.

Banh Mi Vietnam: A famous world-wide street food.
Bánh Mì is the Vietnamese term for “bread”, but it also refers to a special kind of sandwich: a culinary fusion of two cultures and a prime example of how food is always tied with history. The story begins in the mid-19th century when Vietnam fell under French colonial rule. The French brought their baguette with them, and the Vietnamese people began to eat their bread much like they did – typically with a platter of cold cuts, butter, cheese and/or pâté. It wasn’t until 1954 when French rule ended that the Vietnamese people finally began to impose their own influences on the French sandwich: mayonnaise replaced butter, cilantro and fresh chillies were added for flavour, and pickled vegetables were also thrown in the mix.

Egg Coffee: The taste of Hanoi and Vietnam in a cup
Egg coffee is a Vietnamese nationally acclaimed specialty made of egg yolks, sugar, condensed milk, and robusta coffee. This is a very popular drink in Hanoi, which can also be found in almost every coffee shop in other parts of Vietnam

Vacation to Vietnam is not complete without exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Halong Bay and its islets.
Halong Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that covers some 150,000 hectares. It is located on the Gulf of Tonkin in the north eastern province of Quang Ninh. Aside from its size, the most impressive thing about the bay is the 1,600 islands and islets that rise up out of the water. It is famous because its stunning limestone mountains raising up from emerald waters that formed from thousand years ago. You also can have a chance to explore amazing caves as well as the culture of Ha Long.

Visit Halong, the home of Halong Bay.
Listed by the Vietnamese government as a 1st class provincial city, Ha Long is a part of the Quang Ninh Province in Northern Vietnam. The city has been divided into two parts with Eastern Ha Long used mostly as an industrial center and place for official administrative buildings. Western Ha Long has been developed for tourists and it is connected by a bridge to the city’s east side.

Visit Con Vit Islet or the well- known Duck Islet that looks exactly like a lovely duck.
Con Vit Islet or the well known duck islet looks exactly like a lovely duck which is located near Hoa Cuong fishing village.Tourists can have a look at the islet, which looks like a duck is swimming in Ha Long Bay.

Pass by to Thumb Islet and get good vibes and goodness through out the day
Mother Nature has put Thumb Rock here to send a message of goodness to every passenger cruising in the ancient bay.

Lan Ha Bay- The Forgotten Paradise
Lan Ha Bay is made up of around 300 karst islands and limestone sea rocks and can be found southeast of Cat Ba Island. As a geological extension of Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay is equally as beautiful although it is less visited, less inhabited and therefore has the extra appeal of being a more peaceful place.

Explore Da Chong Isle where you can see the French lighthouse built 100 years ago
It has long been known as an ideal "check-in" spot for those who love to explore and experience. In particular, this place has a unique cliff including dozens of stones stacked, challenging the courage of adventure lovers.

Visit the famous fairy like beach of Ba Trai Dao
Nowadays, Ba Trai Dao Islet becomes a famous tourist magnet. This Islet is extremely famous for its three fairy-like beaches, each of which embracesa small island. The combination of the mountains, the white sand and the ocean gives this spot an unprecedented romantic landscape.

Join the class and learn the classic Vietnamese Spring Roll and do it home when you miss Vietnam
Salad roll, summer roll, fresh spring roll, spring roll, rice paper roll, is a Vietnamese dish traditionally consisting of pork, prawn, vegetables, bún, and other ingredients wrapped in Vietnamese bánh tráng. Spring roll is one of Vietnam's best loved dishes. Join the class and learn this classic dishes that is being love by Vietnamese people and of course with other countries!

Squid Fishing, an amazing experience to join with!
Squid fishing is considered the most engaging activity in the evening for many cruises. However, please be noted that this activity can only be held when weather permits. When the night falls, after enjoying a delectable dinner onboard, those who want to be engaged in squid fishing will be provided fishing gears like fishing rods and racquets. After dinner, you will be instructed some fishing techniques for catch squids by our experienced crew. Surely, squid fishing will make your night interesting.

La Casta Cruise - A Midrange 5 Star Luxury inLa Casta Cruise - A Midrange 5 Star Luxury in Halong Bay
With only 22 luxurious cabins on board with the lowest size of 28 sqm, the cruise will promise the best experience you can take in the bay. La Casta Cruise is the perfect combination of modern design with steel & nostalgic tradition with wooden interior. Thanks to its architecture, all cabins in La Casta Cruise provide a full ocean view and a private balcony to let you have a panoramic view of the bay.

Tai chi has long been known as a discipline of health and longevity.
Tai chi has long been known as a discipline of health and longevity. In 30-45 minutes with professional teacher, you will have the opportunity to discover the principal of this method by observing the life of Hanoians in the early morning. It will be an unforgettable experience for your trip to Vietnam

Wander to the unspoiled natural charming scenery of Ao Ech.
Located in the East of Cat Ba Island is the Ao Ech area – a small pristine area belonged to Lan Ha Bay. The word “Ao Ech” means Frog Pond or Frog Lake but it actually does not have any for living there. As a sea area stays inside Lan Ha Bay, Ao Ech is famous for its unspoiled natural beauty with poetic and charming scenery, covered by many rocky karst mountains – the special geological that can be found only in Lan Ha and its brothers bay like Halong Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay. Ao Ech is an ideal place for water sports, especially kayaking. Exploring the Ao Ech area by kayak will bring new experiences that cruising cannot provide.

Explore the magnificent view of the bay by taking Sampan Paddle Boat
It's a small, low-cost boat found all over Southeast Asia made from local materials to a traditional design. All are flat-bottomed for use as close inshore or river fishing boats. The lightness and ease of maintenance makes the sampan ideal for relatively calm waters. All traditional boats are designed according to local conditions and the materials available. The Vietnamese ‘sampan’ is a good example. The most common design is a small circular craft made of woven bamboo affixed to a stronger bamboo hoop, caulked with pitch

Embark at Tuan Chua Marina Harbour,the only man-made port to receive the Guiness World Record as the largest one in Vietnam
Tuan Chau Marina Harbor is the only man-made port to receive the Guinness World Records as the largest one in Vietnam. With an area of 111,840m2 and a length of 8km, this harbor is home to over 2,000 boats.

SAPA: It Offers Wealth Of Trekking Opportunities Plus It's picturesque Hillsides and Ethnic Villages
Sapa is a remote town in northwestern Vietnam that's known for its pristine rice terraces, cool mountain atmosphere, and community of ethnic minorities. It offers a wealth of trekking opportunities that take you through the region's picturesque hillsides and smaller ethnic villages.

H'mong Dao Tay Ethnic People, the outstanding cultures of Sapa Ethnic Minorities
The H'mong are the eighth largest ethnic minority in Vietnam with a total population of just under 600,000. Belonging to the Sino-Tibetan and specifically the H'mong-Dao language group, they settled widely over northern Vietnam but most densely along the Lao and Chinese borders.

Explore Cat Cat Village for its natural beauty, culture and traditions plus their extremely sophisticated products.
Set in the Muong Hoa Valley, Cat Cat Village is known for its natural beauty, and H'mong culture and traditions. Cat Cat village is famous with manipulating silver, copper or aluminum jewelry, one of traditional and long term handicraft, which has creates extremely sophisticated products. Visiting here, tourists can buy women jewelry such as necklace, arms, rings… as souvenirs.

Muong Hoa Valley is the land not nearly under the impact of modernization and remains almost pristine beauty of nature
Muong Hoa Valley has its reputation for majestic nature, picturesque scenery, and colorful multi-culture of many ethnic minorities there. It is surrounded by high mountains standing side by side in Hoang Lien Son mountain range with craggy terrain and having Fansipan the roof of Indochina; therefore, this land is not nearly under the impact of modernization and remains almost pristine beauty of nature.

Tien Sa Waterfall (Cat Cat waterfall) - The fairy scene flowing to Cat Cat village.
Tien Sa Waterfall (Cat Cat Waterfall) is inside Cat Cat village with wild and romantic beauty that touches people. Having the opportunity to watch the gentle flowing waterfall, you will admire the lyrical and poetic features that bring together an emotional picture of nature.Tien Sa Waterfall is upstream, flowing through to the small Cat Cat stream among the beautiful terraced fields in Sapa. It brings a picture of nature to satisfy many souls who love beauty and recall the peaceful homeland in many people’s memories.

Explore the calmness of Sapa Town Square
Quang Truong Square is one of those tourist attractions that are famous for being a tourist attraction. It is the center of Sapa town and boasts a church as well as a small amphitheater at its center.

Sapa Church – An Ancient Symbol of the Sapa Misty Town
Sapa Church (a catholic church with a stone belltower) is considered the most attractive place for sightseeing in Sapa, Vietnam. Located in the center of the Sapa town, this old church was built in the 20th century by the French colonizers. It is also known as the Church of Our Lady of the Rosary and has become a suitable location for traditional cultural practices of ethnic minority groups there.

Sapa Museum- Place of Cultural Preservation
The museum specifically focuses on handicrafts of local people as part of the Sapa Fair Craft project to promote these traditional crafts and help provide new economic opportunities. The museum is housed in an attractive stilt house with a static exhibit upstairs which runs uninspiringly through the history of the Sapa region before moving on to some slightly more engaging exhibits about the culture of the ethnic minorities.

Sapa Market, best place to experience ethnic people's life.
The most impressive feature of Sapa market is its unique brocade products in vibrant colors, and subtle patterns of the H'Mong, Dao Do, and Giay. On the other hand, such products as fruits, vegetables, and spices are also favorite goods of tourists. Sapa Market is the biggest market in Sapa. It’s the shopping center for locals and tourists with a spacious 2-floor building. Located in the center of the town, near Sapa station, Sapa Market is very convenient for those who want to buy some specialties of Sapa as souvenirs to give to their friends and family.

Cong Caphe - Artisan Coffee and Cafe's in Hanoi
Vietnam is known for its exceptional coffee culture, and in such a city, Cong Caphe stands out because of its distinctive theme. It is based around the 60's and the 70's war period of Vietnam. This is an interesting cafe to take a break from walking around the Old Quarters of Hanoi. It is famous for its coconut coffee which is so tropical and delicious - definitely a must-try.