Looking left.

Farewell Hanoi

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March 6th 2014
5 mar - Wednesday Although we have just one full day to explore Vibrant Hanoi, it is difficult to leave the relative luxury of our Hotel. Taking about an hour to enjoy our substantial breakfast, we are eventually ready to leave at 10am. Incidentally, breakfast indulgence included miniature choux buns filled with confectioner's custard, and tiny cups of creme caramel, definitely embra ... read more

Asia » Vietnam

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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