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Hanoi - part 2

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April 3rd 2007
We had a 12 hour layover in Hanoi before taking a night flight to Seoul; we spent a fun day taking pictures and shopping! Vietnam is so picturesque, and the shopping is awesome. Among the things we got are silk cushioncases, an ornate box with a chopstick set, a silk duvet cover and pillowcases, a shirt of the vietnam flag, embroidered curtains, and much more! When we got to the airport we found ... read more

Asia » Vietnam » Red River Delta » Hanoi

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The conquest of Vietnam by France began in 1858 and was completed by 1884. It became part of French Indochina in 1887. Independence was declared after World War II, but the French continued to rule until 1954 when they were defeated by Communist forc... ... read more