Hanoi, Vietnam
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This city of Vietnam rose from the lagoon and marshes of the Red River Delta. Despite being a capital of Vietnam after its liberation in 1954, some parts remains laid back with some provincial town atmosphere. Central Hanoi is however catching up with modernization and has several hangouts, cafes, and lodges. In addition there are historical sites in the city which dates back to several years ago.
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Sights to See
- Hoan Kiem Lake
- Temple Of Literature
- One Pillar Pagoda
- Ho Tay Lake Water Park
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
- Municipal Water Puppet Theater
- Hanoi Opera House
- Halong Bay
Shopping Spree
- Dong Xuan Market - one of the shops in the Old Quarters of Hanoi where cheap stuff like bags and hats can be found. It is also good to walk around the area specially during weekend nights when it is full of stalls and people. In the Old Quarters, the series of streets are named according to merchandise that are sold.
- Ipa-Nima - a specialty shop who sells bags and shoes. It is located in 59G Hai Ba Trung Street. Contact number is +84 4 942 1872, and email is impanima@netnam.org.vn . You may also check out their website at www.ipa-nima-boutique.com.
- Mosaique- A showroom where you may find antique and contemporary Vietnamese home furnishing. You will find items as simple as a ceramic chopstick holder to a complete set of dining furnitures. You can have your goodies arranged for shipment anywhere around the world for an additional cost.
- Songs - Here you will find cloths and clothes, products by Valerie Gregori McKenzie. They sell trendy men and women's ready to wear outfit made from cotton, silk, and linen including pajamas. For the home, there are curtains, cushion, bed linen, kaftans. All of then, embroideries and hand finished. Price may be a bit expensive but they are worth the quality. Song has several outlets, the largest in front of the Cathedral in 27 Nha Tho, Hanoi . Website is www.valeriegregorimckenzie.com
Accommodations
Five and Four Stars
- Hilton Hanoi Opera
- Sofitel Metropole Hotel
- Sofitel Plaza Hanoi
- Hotel Nikko Hanoi
- Hanoi Daewoo Hotel
- Sheraton Hanoi Hotel
Three and Two Stars
- Pacific Hotel
- Hanoi Elegance Hotel
- Joy Hotel
Backpackers and Budget Lodge
- Hello Vietnam Hotel
- Bodega Hotel
Dining Places
Brother's Cafe - Vietnamese cuisine served in a fabulous lunch buffet style. They have a courtyard where you may enjoy some fresh air while listening to some classical music. $12 for a good meal isn't such a bad deal. Find it at 26 Pho Nguyen Thai Hoc, Hanoi Vietnam or call +84 4 733 3866 for more information. Open hours is 9 a.m. to 11 pm daily.
Al Fresco's The serve Mexican, Italian, Contemporary, Steak and Barbecue as alternative to rice and noodles delicacies. Enjoy your meal as your ears feast on English pop songs and eyes behold fellow foreigners as a familiar sight. 23L Pho Hai Ba Trung, Hanoi Vietnam. Contact number is +84 4 826 7782 . Open daily for lunch at 9:30am-2:30pm and Dinner at 5pm-10:30pm.
Cafe Z Live music performed on a well lit stage accompanies some sips of coffee or Vietnamese dining in which food is priced at US$4 at the minimum. Pool tables are also provided for an hourly charge. This resto is located at 17 Pho Tong Dan, Hanoi Vietnam with contact number: +84 4 9342898. They open 10 am to midnight daily. Place is famous among young generation.
Highway 4 the official headquarters of Hanoi's Minsk Motorcycle Club thus the name but is open to anyone who is possibly interested in Vietnamese food. Catfish Spring rolls is one of the recommendable "must-try". Address is at 5 Hang Tre Street, Hanoi Vietnam. Contact number is +84 (0)4 926 0639 and email to info@highway4.com. Visit their website at www.highway4.com
KOTO Restaurant A Vietnamese resto for a charitale cause. It aims to help streetchildren (16-22 years old) by teaching then giving them work. The name is an acronym for "Know One Teach One". It is located near the Literature Temple at 61 Pho Van Mieu, Hanoi Vietnam. Contact number is +84 4 747 0337 and email is kotohanoi@hn.vnn.vn. Open hours is 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, a perfect time to have yuor breakfast or lunch.
Little Hanoi - the venue for a satisfying meal after having toured the Old Quarter. They serve sandwiches and pastas along with popular Vietnamese dishes like spring rolls, and lotus salads. They also have an adjoining bamboo bar where one can enjoy cocktails and cognacs. Location is at 21 Pho Hang Gai, Hanoi Vietnam. Tel.no. +84 4 928 5333. Open Mon-Sun,7am-11pm.
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