Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is known for its centuries-old architecture and a rich culture with Southeast Asian, Chinese and French influences.
At its heart is the chaotic Old Quarter, where the narrow streets are roughly arranged by trade.
There are many little temples, including Bach Ma, honoring a legendary horse, plus Đồng Xuân Market, selling household goods and street food.
The current population of Hanoi in 2023 is 5,253,000,
The word Hanoi means “the land between rivers”.
TRANSPORTATION
In Hanoi it is very easy to move around, from the airport the best way and the safer is a shuttle from your hotel little bit more expensive then a taxi but very convenient.
To move in Hanoi the taxi is the one way, just make sure they use the meter, but since the traffic is like a jungle, the best way is walking. Just watch carefully when crossing the street, go at once do not stop in the middle of the road.
To find the best place to visit in Hanoi, the bus hop on hop off is a very good idea, you can discover the place you would like to see and go back later on.
The ticket is 450000 Vnd or $20 US.
WHERE TO SLEEP
There is plenty of hotel in Hanoi and for every budget, we personally stay at Hong Ngoc Cochinchine boutique hotel & spa, very good location and quieter area, since Hanoi is a very noisy city we really appreciate.
Good service, big room and good breakfast.
The hotel is at the middle point between the western lake and the Hoan Kiem lake.
WHERE TO EAT
To find food in Hanoi there is no problem, just be careful about the time for lunch,
Street food is very popular in Hanoi.
By chance we discover a very good place just behind our hotel open late at night.
The restaurant name is the 1946, try their chicken is very spectacular and very good.
WHAT TO SEE
There is so many thing to see in Hanoi, then is very difficult to recommended place to see
