Hoan Kiem Lake
Situated in the heart of Hanoi, this delightful body of water also lies close to the hearts of the Vietnamese people. Legend has it that in the early 15th century, during the Minh Chinese occupation, General Le Loi was presented with a magical sword by a divine, golden turtle, which lived in the lake’s waters.
Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
Located west of the city center, the Bao Tang Dan Toc Hoc or the museum of ethnology offers informative and well documented displays on the country’s many ethnic groups.
Tran Quoc Pagoda
Tran Quoc Pagoda or Chua Tran Quoc is regarded as one of the oldest pagodas in Hanoi, Vietnam. It is located on a small peninsula on the eastern bank of Ho Tay or the West Lake in Hanoi. The history of Chua Tran Quoc can be traced back to 545 AD, during a revolt by the Vietnamese against their Chinese occupiers.
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