The Bus

Journey to Sapa

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July 20th 2013
After getting myself sorted in the room in Hanoi it was time to set off for the bus pick up. I left my bag at the hotel and hopefully it will be there intact when I return! I set off with a vague idea of where I was going, back to the Old Quarter through the maze of streets, shops and people. I could of caught a taxi but it was much more fun walking I just love this city! I arrived at the ... 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