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This is an monolithic edifice with draconian security measures and [usually] a long line. No purses, no cameras, no breathing almost!! When I was there in December 2003 they had a metal detector to go through. . Uncle Ho looked peaceful and pink and not real at all!
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Directions: Ba Dinh District
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Things To Do: Ho Chi Minh's House
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Ho Chi Minh lived in this house for a number of years [dates later] -- it IS simple, but it is also very tasteful. It is amazingly open to the elements -- I just hope the rain in the rainy season comes straight down!
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Things To Do: Quan Thanh Temple
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This temple is at the side of a busy traffic circle between West Lake and the Ho Chi Minh/One PIllar Pagoda area. Built in 1010 it contains a 16 foot iron stature of the god Tran Vu -- one with Taoist origins -- made in 1667.
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West Lake: Tran Quoc Pagoda
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This beautiful pagoda is situated on an island in West Lake connected to the shore with a small bridge. It is a surprisingly big complex --and *almost* possible to get lost there! Don't be afraid to explore though as there is a second row of altars tucked way at the back
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Things To Do: Aerial view of Tran Quoc
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Taken from my window at the Sofitel Plaza. Sorry for the poor resolution, but it was at dusk. You can see the extent of the complex.
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Things To Do: Roofline Detail at Tran Quoc Pagoda
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There is so much to see at this pagoda. Tran Quoc Pagoda is reputedly the oldest in Hanoi dating, in part, from the 6th century.
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Things To Do: Statues of Kings at Tran Quoc Pagoda
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These kings lined one of the side walls in the back temple area. Not a clue on the names, but they sure look good in gold :) The temple was restored in 1815.
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Interesting page! Thank you! | iwys Sat Jan 1, 2005 13:23 UTC
I'll got for pho and Ho. | bpacker Wed Nov 24, 2004 07:04 UTC
Another cooking class, and this time in Hanoi too! Well, I'll be there in Dec so this sounds very tempting. Was it expensive? | kentishgirl Mon Oct 4, 2004 18:34 UTC
This is another of your masterpiece pages! Thankyou so much for sharing fabulous piccies and tips on a wonderful city that I will visit sooner rather than later! Ali xx |
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