The communist North Vietnamese army once had its headquarters in this Vietnam capital city. Today, it serves as a stunning and instructive window into a nation whose southern, tropical Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, is the most frequently travelled route. The North has tall, sharp Rocky Mountains, waterfalls, deep emerald waters with pearl farms, and a culture that is as unique as it is beautiful, while the South has beaches and palm trees.

Travellers can discover a fascinating mix of the East and West when they visit Hanoi. Bicycles, automobiles, and other motorized vehicles line the bustling streets; an elegant combination of communist block buildings, French Colonial relics, and Asian pagodas; Additionally, for the adventurous traveller, Hanoi offers a plethora of fun and distinctive attractions.