Streets of Hanoi

Hanoi... Take a deep breath and step off the curb

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November 25th 2008
Crossing a road in Hanoi Wait until the road you are going to cross is mostly mopeds and fewer cars. Take a deep breath and step off the curb (avoiding the river of god knows what in the gutter) Keep a constant pace, don't speed up or slow down no matter what happens, just let the traffic deal with you. Arrive at the other side and change your underwear. ... 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