Things to do in Hanoi

(VEN) – Some attractive tourist destinations and culinary delights in Hanoi are listed. Attractive tourist destinations Hanoi’s Old Quarter: The buzzing heart of Hanoi for more than 1,000 years, the Old Quarter is still a hub of everyday life for locals. Its 36 streets were originally named after the goods once traded there, and a few still specialize in these specific items. Temple of Literature (Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam): Khue Van Cac (the pavilion of the constellation of literature) in Van Mieu-Quoc Tu Giam is one of the capital’s outstanding symbols. Tourists flock to the site, which was both a temple of literature and Vietnam’s first university. Imperial Citadel of Thang Long: Closely associated with the history of Hanoi. Over a thousand years old, this site is one of the priceless historical and cultural values of Vietnam. In addition to unique architectural relics, thousands of artifacts representing cultures of different dynasties have been unearthed at the site, reflecting Vietnamese history from the seventh to the 19th century under the Ly, Tran, Le, Mac and Nguyen dynasties. Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: This is a place of pilgrimage for many Vietnamese people who come to pay tribute to “Uncle Ho”, the man who led the fight for an independent, unified Vietnam. Queues to see Ho Chi Minh’s embalmed corpse can stretch for hours outside the gigantic mausoleum. Bat Trang Pottery Village: Bat Trang, a traditional porcelain and pottery village, is an interesting attraction. Located in an area rich in clay, the village has… [Read full story]