Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and situated in the north part of the country, located on the Red River banks. The city is not only administrative center, but also educational, culture and business center of the country. The city an exotic megalopolis, which has nice European architecture, combines with Asian culture and historical heritage. Definitely the city is beautiful, romantic and quaint town with its narrow streets and with scattered around the city of 16 lakes. The city of Hanoi is attractive for the visitors and give large abilities for tours and sightseeings. One of the best known place in the Vietnam capital is the Temple of the turtle, which is located in the middle of the lake has become a symbol of the city. The history of the city starts about a thousand years ago, so Hanoi has cultural and historical heritage. The atmosphere of the city can be felt by the old square of the ancient temples and monuments. Typical for this place are traditional puppet shows, musical and dance performances and concerts. The city is beautiful, full of greenery and a beautiful French colonial architecture. Some of the most significant sightseeings definitely are the Cultural Friendship Palace (Cung Van Hoa Huu Nghi), the Opera House, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ngoc Son Temple. The culture in the city is really on high level and there are many interesting tours and places, which you may visit there.
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Hoi An is a town with rich historical and cultural past. Located in Vietnam, the city is southern of Da Nang. The most convenient way to get to that announced by UNESCO’s World Heritage city is like land on the nearest airport in the city of Danang. From airport to old town road is about 45 minutes by car. The unique architecture en Hoi An is a consequence of the fact that in the 16th and 17th century city was a major international port where European ships have supplied lead, sulfur and weapons, but departure from here, loaded with spices, oils, silk and porcelain. Although shipping and trade go here, the port moved to Danang. As a result, many foreigners who arrive by commercial ships Tu Bon River here on local port Fo Fay, today still in the buildings of Hoi An is famous prints of the Japanese, Vietnamese, European, Chinese architectural style. Perhaps the biggest attraction here is the Japanese covered bridge, which is a kind of emblem of Hoi An. On it are built several temples, most of which is Taoist. The bridge was built around 1600 by a Japanese community living here. Only 40 years after the bridge is ready, however, its the drivers are forced to leave their homes because of the strict policy of the Japanese Tokugawa shogunate.
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