All right, so this post is rather straightforward as all food posts should be. So, you read the title of this post right. I’m listing down all the food that […]
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Things to See and Do at the Hanoi Zoo in Hanoi
I admit the Hanoi Zoo wasn’t exactly what I expected. Although I kinda knew that I’d see a big body of water somewhere near the zoo (note: Vietnam has numerous […]
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10 Things I Love About the Old Quarter in Hanoi
Probably one of the most exciting places in the whole of Hanoi is the popular Old Quarter in the Hoan Kiem District. Featuring the chaotic but beautiful street life of […]
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Walking Around Bac Ninh City in Northern Vietnam
The City of Bac Ninh in northern Vietnam is a pretty small city. Located 30 minutes from the capital city of Hanoi, Bac Ninh is home to some of the […]
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A Look Inside the Vietnam Military History Museum in Hanoi
Admit it, when you hear the word Vietnam, the very first thing that comes to your mind is the Second World War. Do not worry, you are not alone. To […]
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Finding the One Pillar Pagoda in Hanoi by Chance
One day in 2018, I decided to set my eyes on the famous Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum in Hanoi. I wanted to locate it without asking for help because I […]
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In Photos: Cho Dong Xuan (Dong Xuan Market) in Hanoi
One of my most favorite spots in the Old Quarter of Hanoi is the Cho Dong Xuan or the Dong Xuan Market. Located very close to the famous tourist destinations […]
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Exploring the Gorgeous Ly Bat De Temple in Bac Ninh, Vietnam
One day, when we were all bored out of our wits, Tea suggested that we all go on a short road trip around Bac Ninh. (Bac Ninh is the smallest […]
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Hanoi, Vietnam on Foot: Journey Through the Streets of the Vietnamese Capital
My year-long stay in Vietnam was nothing short of amazing. I guess I can say that the whole thing was one of my most unforgettable experiences ever. And since I […]
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A Closer Look at Hoan Kiem Lake – The Heart of Hanoi
I know I have already made an entry about Hanoi’s Hoan Kiem Lake in the past. However, I decided to make another one to further talk about this particular area […]
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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: Paying Respects to Vietnam’s Beloved ‘Uncle Ho’
During one of my weekend adventures in Hanoi, I decided to do something unusual. Nope, I didn’t decide to befriend other tourists or try to find love. Instead, I simply […]
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Phat Tich Pagoda: A Memorable Visit to Vietnam’s Cultural Giant
During my last month in Vietnam, I got an invite from the Relic Management Board of the Province of Bac Ninh to do a special project. The goal was to […]
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My Super Cool Detour to Da Lat City in Vietnam
Hanoi can be pretty hot in the summer. Actually, it can get oven-hot. If you can picture that out, then yes, things can get really uncomfortable. So, a day trip […]
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Visiting the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long in Hanoi, Vietnam
One of the many points of interest in the beautiful city of Hanoi is the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long or simply the Hanoi Citadel. Considered a must-visit, the citadel […]
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Tay Ho: An Afternoon at the Biggest Lake in Hanoi, Vietnam
The West Lake (more popularly known as Tay Ho Lake) is one of Hanoi, Vietnam‘s most important tourist and cultural destinations. With a shoreline totaling to approximately 17 kilometers, the […]
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Hoa Lo Prison: Visiting Vietnam’s Infamous “Hanoi Hilton”
One of the most important historical spots in Vietnam is the Hoa Lo Prison in Hanoi. Built by the French in the 1880s, the prison used to house Vietnamese political […]
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My Very Memorable First Winter in Hanoi, Vietnam
To tell you the truth, I never really thought that winter could get pretty cold in Vietnam. In fact, I packed for my Hanoi trip believing that the whole country […]
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Hoan Kiem Lake: The Heart of Hanoi, Vietnam
Although I lived for several months in Bac Ninh (which is less than an hour away by bus,) I never really got a chance to fully explore the capital city […]