Farewell dinner Mike & Yen

Farewells in Hanoi

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March 19th 2007
Our last night in Hanoi had sadly arrived. Ha came and farewelled us at our hotel. Hugs all round and many thanks for making our visit so good. She also gave us some monk beads which have a special meaning for her and now us (tell you some time in private). Ha had to attend a meeting so could not stay too long. Thanks for the loan mate - will give you back 1 aussie dollar back home - ok? Tog ... 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