Hanoi

Hanoi

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October 7th 2010
Arrived in Hanoi, decided to get the hostel to pick me up, probably cost more than usual, but i've heard that some taxi drivers just take you to another hostel as they get commission from certain hostels. Sat in the front seat wanting to take in the surroundings, but to busy focusing on the roads as bikes just flying around everywhere, people beeping on a constant basis. Bascially on dual carriage ... 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