Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam is trending because of its beautiful colonial architecture. Formerly known as Thang Long, or "ascending dragon", has historically significant sites such as Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum and Hoa Lo Prison attest. The scenic lakes, parks, shady boulevards, and more than 600 temples and pagodas add to the appeal of this city, which is easily explored by taxi.
Place of Interest
Old Quarter
Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake)
Temple of Literature & National University