The Ancient Capital of Hanoi, Vietnam, Joins whl.travel

Over 1,000 years after it was first established, Hanoi remains one of Vietnam's most important cities. Not only is it Vietnam's political capital, it is also at the heart of the nation's centuries-old history and cultural heritage.
 
April 11, 2012 - PRLog -- Over 1,000 years after it was first established, Hanoi remains one of Vietnam's most important cities. Not only is it Vietnam's political capital, it is also at the heart of the nation's centuries-old history and cultural heritage. A fine blend of East and West, Hanoi exhibits traces of the centuries under Chinese influence and decades of French colonialism, both still evident in the architecture, cuisine, language and people.

One area of Hanoi that draws most travellers is the Old Quarter. This charming district – a labyrinth of art shops, restaurants, bars and Hanoi hotels for every budget – still bounded by its original perimeter walls, was already a thriving commercial centre in the early 20th century. Each of the 36 streets specialised in a particular trade, such as silk or jewellery or woodworking. Today, some streets are still named after the artisanal focus of the original merchants. The picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake sits in the centre of it all – a haven for photographers and a peaceful place to take respite.

Anyone interested in Vietnam's colourful history should not miss paying respects to former President Ho Chi Minh, whose preserved remains can be found in a grand mausoleum in Hanoi but a few kilometres from the Old Quarter. Also not far away is the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's oldest university, which was established in 1070 C.E. As the country's cultural capital, Hanoi also boasts several national museums – just some of the many things to see and do in Hanoi.

Whether you are travelling in Hanoi for a few days, a week or a month, the best way to experience it all is by going on a Hanoi tour (http://www.hanoi-hotel.vn/hanoi-tours). You can enjoy the city's highlights in a day through a Hanoi city tour, or you can head out and explore neighbouring destinations like the traditional mountain villages of Sapa or the islets in mystical Halong Bay.

whl.travel is proud to have partnered with Vintour, a promising Hanoi travel agency with a passionate team led by Dr. Hoang Xuan Bach. "All my team and my friends know my dream, my plan to share wonderful Hanoi with the international community," Bach says. "I believe that with our local expertise and great support from whl.travel, we can bring to the fore the essential information about Hanoi that travellers need to prepare their trip."

http://www.hanoi-hotel.vn is whl.travel's latest destination in Vietnam, following Can Tho, Chau Doc, Danang, Hoi An, Hue, Nha Trang and Phu Quoc.

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