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Ho! Ho! Ho! and alot of Bia Hanoi

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September 28th 2006
Ho from Hanoi! Today is our third and last day in Hanoi. Everyday is improving and so far today, no hitches. So our attitude towards the city is slowly changing. Early this afternoon was spent walking around the scenic Hoam Kiem lake in the old quarter. The lake was peaceful and a welcome change compared to the hustle and bustle of the rest of Hanoi. The streets of Hanoi, especially around the o ... 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