Historic Destinations
1.)Hoan Kiem Lake and the Turtle Tower
The lake is full of tortoise, which is second to none to be found among Vietnamese lakes. If you are lucky, you will catch sight of these giant animals rising out of water. And because tortoise is considered a sacred animal in Vietnam’s culture (along with dragon, phoenix and unicorn), Hoan Kiem Lake then become a holy place that nurtures tortoise.
2.)Bat Trang Pottery Village
Located in an area rich in clay, the village has advantage of ingredients to create fine
ceramics. Visiting Bat Trang, tourists can take a walk or join a buffalo tour for sightseeing
and shopping. Besides many ceramic stores along the road in the village, tourists should visit
Bat Trang Porcelain and Pottery Market where they can directly make pottery products
by themselves.
3.)Van Phuc Silk Village
Van Phuc Silk Village visitors can learn how the fabric is woven and shop for textiles in a
traditional silk-making village just outside the Hanoi city limits. Tourists can also see silk
being spun and silkworms producing the fabric. There are many interesting sites
located throughout.
4.)Temple of Literature
The Temple of Literature is a Temple of Confucius in Hanoi. The temple hosts the "Imperial Academy" Vietnam's first national university.Offering ceremonies, study sessions and the strict exams of the Đại Việt took place. Just before the Vietnamese New Year celebration Tết, cal ligraphists will assemble outside the temple and write wishes in Hán characters.
5.)Old Quarter
The original “center” of the city, the old quarter is a maze of shops and vendors that are
sure to please every sense. This lively place hosts local entertainment, nightmarkets, delicious street food and more!
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