Che (sweet soup) – the special of Hanoi
Hanoi is rich in sweet soups and each has its flavour, but they all look fresh, scented and something like smell of pomelo and jasmine. Sweet-soups are simply prepared but…
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Peach flowers bloom to welcome Vietnamese Tet
A happy atmosphere accompanied by peach blossoms is overflowing into Ha Noi streets as Tet, the country’s biggest holiday, approaches. Hanoians usually buy peach blossoms in Hang Luoc Street or…
Hoan Kiem Lake – The Heart Of Hanoi
Located in the centre of Hanoi, Hoan Kiem Lake (‘Lake of the Returned Sword) is regarded as the heart of the city. Once a marshy lagoon, it owes its name…
The Pagodas and Temples in Ha Noi
Quan Su Pagoda The Quan Su is Hanoi’s largest and most popular pagoda. It was first erected on land in An Tap village close to the southern gate of Thang…
Hanoi’s Markets discovery
Hanoi’s covered markets Covered markets (‘cho’ in Vietnamese) are usually housed in large, purpose-built structures, but often spill over into their surrounding areas. They sell wide range of commodities and…
Hanoi, Vietnam’s elegant capital
Smaller than Saigon, but more beautiful Hanoi and the surrounding area have plenty to interest visitors. Its central area is compact – most of the main attractions are within walking…
Ha Noi 36 streets
The Old Quarter of Hanoi is probably the city’s greatest asset from a tourism point of view. However, the adjective ‘old’ is something of a misnomer for a European because…
La Vong grilled fish – The specialties of Ha Noi
La Vong grilled fish is made of wheels, catfish, fish, fruit that is the specialties of Ha Noi. Fish fillet marinated with turmeric powder, monosodium glutamate, ginger fiber, fish sauce, shrimp…
Pho Ha Noi – The best delicious dish from Ha Noi
Pho is one of the pride of the Ha Noi people. Attractive noodle eaters because water (broth) can cool sweet flavor and nutritious, soft noodles, long associated with thin sliced beef…
Ha Noi discovery
Anyone who has ever visited Hanoi will probably tell you that it may be the most beautiful city in all of Asia. People have settled here along the Red River…