6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi

(ilovetravelingvietnam) - Hanoi is one of two largest city in Vietnam, famous for many attractive destinations that captures thousand hearts of visitors. In this article, I will introduce 6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi.

Hoan Kiem Lake

Hoan Kiem Lake - one of 6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi

A fresh atmosphere in the morning and sparkling beauty at night are the very first impressions of tourists about the “Lake of the Restored Sword”. You could easily grasp a stunning view through your lens when walking around the poetic lake. It is also the place in which daily entertaining activities of Hanoians take place, including doing exercises, playing chess and the likes. Having a seat at a bench to contemplate people walking back and forth is one of best way to savor the peaceful atmosphere in Hanoi.

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum - 6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi

It is unusual attraction and somewhat surreal, but interesting indeed. It is a pretty quiet place compared to the hustling and bustling of the city. It is solemn with strict atmosphere. Coming here, you definitely know more about Uncle Ho and how Vietnamese love him. A chance to see the hero of Vietnam in your eyes is worth your time. Most of tourists recommend this place as an absolute must see attraction. Just believe them and the mausoleum will not let you down.

Temple of Literature (Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam)

Temple of Literature (Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam)

Apart from Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the temple is another place for tourists to get out of all the maddening buzz of the traffic for a while and find the peace in your soul. It is the first university of Vietnam and in the world, perhaps. However, if you have been to a Confucius Temple before, it becomes not as interesting as you expected. Otherwise, it is a nice stop on your city tour of Hanoi worth a visit.

Hanoi's Old Quarter

Hanoi's Old Quarter is one of 6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi.

As a rule, any tourist coming to Hanoi flocks to The Old quarter right away. The 36 old streets are full of vitality both days and nights. Wandering around the streets seems like losing your way in a maze; the more you discover the streets, the more you find it interesting.

Vietnam museum of Ethnology

Vietnam museum of Ethnology - one of 6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi

The museum is totally different from other museums in Vietnam, and thus you are supposed not to miss a chance to explore it. More than just a boring museum with symbolic objects exhibited inside large buildings, the museum opens a spacious ambiance full of sunshine and full of vitality. Coming here, you have a golden chance to have a comprehensive knowledge about 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam. More interestingly, their houses, their living space as well as their way of living are featured so animated that it comes as no surprise when you feel as if you are part of their community.

One Pillar Pagoda

One Pillar Pagoda is one of 6 must-visit places in the center of Hanoi that tourists cannot miss

One Pillar Pagoda or Mat Pagoda or Lien Hoa Dai, located in the center of Hanoi, one of many pagodas that has the most unique architecture in Vietnam. One Pillar Pagoda is considered as a witness of Vientamese history.

The pagoda was made of wood, to worship Guanyin Buddha statue. In 1105, Ly Nha Tong King extended extended architecture of  pagoda, added Linh Chieu Lake. But now, the pagoda only remains a small pagoda lied on a stone column.

One Pillar Pagoda plays an improtant role in culture and history of Vietnam, the pagoda has been selected as one of the symbols of the capital and carved on the back of copper coins of VND 5000.

 In short, there are many attractive destinations in Hanoi that all visitors cannot miss. Hanoi is considered as one of the best places to visit Vietnam to the North.

To discover more woderful places in the country, you can refer to "Destinations in Vietnam".

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