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Hanoi Train Street
Hanoi Train Street is a famous narrow street in the Old Quarter of Hanoi where trains pass just inches away from homes and cafés. It's a unique and thrilling place where locals and visitors share space with an active railway. To visit safely, you usually need to enter through a café and follow local rules.
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Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple - Scenic Urban Oasis
In the city center, Hoan Kiem Lake offers a tranquil escape from Hanoi's busy streets. The iconic red Huc Bridge leads to Ngoc Son Temple, a small island sanctum steeped in legend. It's a perfect spot for peaceful strolls and memorable photos.
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Temple of Literature - Vietnam's First University
Founded in 1070, this historic site exemplifies traditional Vietnamese architecture and reverence for learning. Once Vietnam's first university, the Temple of Literature is admired for its serene courtyards, ancient steles, and picturesque gateways.
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Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex - A Place of Reverence
This grand complex honors Vietnam's beloved leader, Ho Chi Minh. Visitors can view his mausoleum, explore the Presidential Palace, visit Ho's simple stilt house, and admire the iconic One Pillar Pagoda—all powerful symbols of Vietnamese history.
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Hoa Lo Prison ("Hanoi Hilton") - A Window to History
Built during the French colonial era, Hoa Lo Prison is now a museum telling the story of Vietnamese revolutionaries and American POWs. The exhibits provide a sobering yet important glimpse into the struggles and resilience of its prisoners.
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Tran Quoc Pagoda - The Oldest Buddhist Temple
Set on West Lake's peaceful shore, Tran Quoc Pagoda is Hanoi's oldest temple, dating back over 1,400 years. Its striking red tower, lotus ponds, and shady gardens offer visitors tranquility and insight into Buddhist traditions.
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