Quan Thanh Temple

Quan Thanh Temple (or Đền Quán Thánh in Vietnamese), formerly known as Tran Vu Temple, is a Taoist temple in Hanoi city, Vietnam. Dated back to the 11th century, the temple was dedicated to Xuan Wu, or Trấn Vũ in Vietnamese, one of the principal deities in Taoism. As one of the Four Sacred Temples of the capital, Quan Thanh Temple is located near West Lake and Truc Bach lake in a ward of same name - Quan Thanh Ward, and is one of the most interesting tourist attractions in Hanoi.

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Tran Quoc Pagoda

Tran Quoc Pagoda or Chùa Trấn Quốc in Vietnamese is regarded as one of the oldest pagodas in Hanoi city, 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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Hoa Lo Prison Museum - Hanoi Hilton

The Hoa Lo Prison, later known to American prisoners of war as the "Hanoi Hilton", was a prison used by the French colonists in Vietnam for political prisoners and later by North Vietnam for prisoners of war during the Vietnam War.

Hanoi Old Quarter

Quarter buzzing with noise and activity, the Old Quarter is the oldest and most lively commercial district in Hanoi. During the 13th century, several artisans settled along the Red River to cater to the needs of the palace. Later, the crafts became concentrated in this area, with each street specializing in a particular product.

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