Hanoi is Vietnam’s charming capital city with tree-lined streets full of authentic local restaurants, trendy cocktail bars, bustling markets and chic nightclubs. This dynamic city is a truly stunning region of the Far East with a treasure trove of rich cultures to immerse in and centuries-old architecture to admire. There is so much to discover and experience in Hanoi; catch a performance at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, stroll around the city’s Old Quarter to discover colonial buildings and stunning temples and visit the colourful Hang Da Night market to buy unique souvenirs. Don’t forget to visit the Cuc Phuong National Park, Vietnam’s oldest national park to discover prehistoric caves and go kayaking. Brightsun Travel offers a range of luxury holiday packages to Hanoi from India.
Hanoi is a famous arts and culture hub with lots of intriguing museums, galleries and other cultural venues to explore. The main must-visit venue of the city is the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, which is home to an exclusive collection of more than 15,000 tribal artifacts ranging from clothes and jewellery to everyday objects, such as pipes, utensils and baskets. Another notable museum worth visiting in Hanoi is the Vietnam Military History Museum which features lots of open-air exhibits, including weapons, guns, tanks, rockets, old machineries and equipment. You can also visit the Vietnamese Women’s Museum to admire a range of textiles, pottery, hats, photographs and wooden items related to the country’s ethnic minority groups.
Hanoi is home to several incredible buildings and landmarks. The most prominent among them is the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, a UNESCO World Heritage Site which features incredible arches and fortification layers. Another must-see attraction in Hanoi is the Perfume Pagoda, a grand Buddhist temple complex with various statues of Lord Buddha and Buddhist goddess Quan Am. You can also visit the Hanoi Opera House, constructed in 1911 with French architecture, sparkling chandeliers, giant Corinthian columns and stunning murals. Other great landmarks in Hanoi include Ho Chi Min Mausoleum and Temple of Literature. Brightsun Travel offers exclusive holidays to Hanoi, so you can visit and explore this Far East haven to your heart’s content.